Biography

Bio: Born in March 1959 in Teheran Iran. I am a husband. Father of 3 sons (13,11, and 6 yrs old) and practicing dentistry in Ottawa, Canada. Have lived and studied in different parts of the world. I am a member of the Baha'i community

Education: Graduate of intermediate college in India. Attended and graduated from Concordia University, Montreal in Biochemistry. Obtained DDS degree from McGill Dental School in 1987. Committed to continuing education forever.

Philosophy: To grow spiritually and socially through service to humanity. To strive to achieve my best in my professional and personal life. To be a part of, and contribute to an ever-advancing civilization. To leave the world a bit better.

Hobbies and interests: Love to travel the world with my best friend and companion,my wife
and soulmate, Laurie. Enjoy meeting people and getting to know them or deepen my friendships over coffee (expresso). An avid reader, love to hang out in giant bookstores (Chapters) with my ten-year-old son, Ilya. Enjoy cycling and swimming.