Aaron Ali, MD

Aaron Ali, MD, is the Co-Founder and CEO of Life Tree Anatomical, a company focused on anatomical donations and education. He is a board-certified anesthesiologist with over 23 years of experience in the medical field, having graduated from the University of Texas Health Sciences Center at San Antonio in 2000.12

Dr. Ali's career includes significant leadership roles, such as serving as the chief resident at Duke University Anesthesiology Residency program in 2004. His military background includes service in the US Army Reserves from 1991 to 1997.1 He has been actively involved in community care, particularly for veterans, and has worked closely with hospice programs and donor families. Notably, he helped establish Texas's first private, non-university willed body program, which is approved by the state.12

In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Ali serves as the Chairperson of the State Anatomical Advisory Committee, focusing on ethical practices surrounding anatomical donations.1 He resides in Austin, Texas, where he continues to advocate for health and well-being in his community.1