- Tehran University of Medical Science
- Associate Professor of Neuromuscular Disease
- Department of Family Medicine, School of Medicine, Ziaeian Hospital
Basic and Higher Education:
• Specialty in neurology: Tehran University of Medical Sciences, 2006-2010
• General Medicine Course: Tehran University of Medical Sciences; 1998-2006
• MSc in digital health; 2023-2024.
Teaching Interests
• Neurological disorders
• Neuroanatomy
• Neuroscience
• Clinical Neuroscience
• Cognitive Science
• Motor Speech Disorder
2024.
Teaching Experiences and Activities
Tehran University of Medical Sciences (Iran)
• Neuroanatomy – Medical Students (2010–present)
• Neuroendocrinology – Neuroscience Students (2013–present)
• Neurological Disorders – Medical Students (2019–present)
• Neurological Disorders – Family Medicine Residents (2019–present)
Al-Sibtain University (Iraq)
• Early Clinical Exposure for First-Semester Medical Students
• Vertical Integration Courses for Medical Students (4 groups)
• Nervous System Block for Third-Semester Medical Students (6 groups)
• Psychology for Rehabilitation Students (speech therapy, physiotherapy, occupational therapy)
• Psychology for First-Semester Medical Students
• Neuroanatomy for Third-Semester Physiotherapy Student
Research Interests
• Neurological; Disorders & Treatments with neurorehab approach
• Cognitive Sciences
• Clinical Neuroscience
• Neuromuscular Diseases
• Digital Health
• Autism spectrum disorders
Research projects
1. The effectiveness of a Cognitive Static Movement Therapy program on cognitive functions, sensory processing, motor planning, motor development, behavioral problems, anxiety, and social skills in children aged 7 to 10 years with Autism Spectrum Disorder. 2025
2. Analysis of Prescription Patterns and Healthcare Costs for Elderly Patients with Alzheimer’s Disease Using Artificial Intelligence Algorithms: A Case Study of Electronic Prescriptions at Ziaian Hospital. 2024
3. Investigation of Physician and Hospital Visit Patterns and Medication Use in Alzheimer’s Patients with Comorbidities: A Machine Learning-Based Approach.”
4. Examining the Impact of Vertical Integration in the Biochemistry Course on Learning and Attitudes of Subtain International Students and Exploring Their Experiences of Integration: A Mixed-Methods Study. 2024
5. Examining the Effectiveness of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and Spiritual Intelligence Training on Quality of Life and Well-Being of Medical Students at Tehran University of Medical Sciences. 2023
6. Investigation of the Prevalence of Depression and Its Contributing Factors among International Medical Students at Tehran University of Medical Sciences in the 2023 Academic Year. 2022
Articles and Abstracts Published or in Press
• MA Saeed, OA Jaber, F Lami, SM Jasim, ND Nayeri, MS Sabet, … . Awareness of autism spectrum disorder among public primary school teachers in Iraq, BMC psychology 2025, 13 (1), 1075.
• HQK Al-Juhaishi, OA Jaber, F Lami, SM Jasim, ND Nayeri, MS Sabet,… . Risk factors for low knowledge and negative attitudes among caregivers of children with autism spectrum disorder in Iraq: a multi-center cross-sectional study, 2025 Frontiers in Psychiatry 16, 1568467.
• A Kamil Toman, H Raoof Abdulrasool, F Lami, S Mohammed Jasim, MS Sabet,… Exploring co-occurring conditions in Iraqi children with autism spectrum disorder: prevalence, characteristics, and potential risk factors. 2025, Frontiers in Psychiatry 16, 1592374.
• N Kadhim Nayyef, S Mohammed Jasim, F Lami, O Abbas Jaber, MS Sabet,… . Patterns of needs among Iraqi families caring for children with autism spectrum disorder: a cross-sectional study. 2025, Frontiers in Psychiatry 16, 1562083.
• Z Jafaryparvar, F Bahramnezhad, F Hajibabaee, MS Sabet, … . Explaining the Concept of Palliative Care in Patients With Stroke, Development and Validation of a Questionnaire: A Mixed-Method Study Protocol. 2025, International Journal of Qualitative Methods 24, 16094069251352052
• Shayan Alijanpour, Fatemeh Bahramnezhad, Ashkan Mowla, Mahdi Shafiee Sabet, Nahid Dehghan Nayeri. Updated Protocol for Stroke Code Management in Prehospital Settings: The Iranian Comprehensive Stroke Code Management Program (ICSCM Phase II). Archives of Academic Emergency Medicine. 2025, 13 (1): e43.
• Raghad AbdulKareen Abdoun Al-Janabi, Zainab Ali Saleem, Faris Lami, Osamah Abbas Jaber, Shatha Mohammed Jasim, Nahid Dehghan Nayeri, Mahdi Shafiee Sabet, Ghaith Al-Gburi. Demographic, ecological and social predictors of quality of life among parents of autistic children: A multi-centre cross-sectional study. Autism, 2025.
• Samira Poursaleh, Nahid Dehghan Nayeri, Farnaz Khatami, Atieh Bakhshi, Nasim Ebadati Nakhjiri, Mahdi Shafiee Sabet (corresponding author). Investigating the Effect of COVID-19 Vaccination on the Course of Disease and Recurrence of Attacks in Patients with Multiple Sclerosis. Jundishapur Journal of Chronic Disease Care, 2025, January; 14 (1), e154203
• F Bahramnezhad, M Shafiee Sabet, N Dehghan Nayeri, Qualitative interviews in cognitive disorders caused by dementia: Addressing methodological, ethical challenges (Part II). Hayat, 2024, pp. 213-221.
• Fahimeh Salasar Moghaddam, Mobina Tabibian, Moloud Absalan, Gholamreza Tavoosidana, Mohammad Hossein Ghahremani, Nasrollah Tabatabaei, Mansoreh Abdolhosseini, Mahdi Shafiee Sabet, Elahe Motevaseli. Comparative analysis of Escherichia coli Nissle 1917 ghosts’ quality: a study of two chemical methods. Archives of Microbiology. Sep 2024, 206 (9), 386.
• Kourosh Farzin, Azita Kheiltash, Abbas Tafakhori, Nasim Ebadati Nakhjiri, Mahdi Shafiee Sabet (corresponding author), Nahid Dehghan Nayeri. The effectiveness of agomelatine on headache severity and frequency in episodic migraine without aura; a parallel randomized. controlled trial study. BMC Neurology. 2024 Jan 2;24(1):2.
• Nahid Dehghan Nayeri, Kourosh Farzin, Mahdi Shafiee Sabet (corresponding author), Abbas Tafakhori. The study protocol for assessing the effectiveness of agomelatine on headache severity and frequency in episodic migraine without aura; a parallel randomized controlled trial. Shiraz E-Medical Journal. 2024 Apr 23.
• Mahdi Shafiee Sabet. Bahramnezhad, F., Nayeri, N.D. The role of qualitative interviews in cognitive disorders caused by dementia: Methodological ethical challenges (part one). HAYAT, 2024, 29(4), pp. 343–347.
• Amir Monfaredan, Fakher Rahim, Gholamreza Tavoosidana, Mohammad Hossein Modarressi, Alaviyehsadat Hosseininasab, Ali-Akbar Aghajani-Afrouzi, Mahdi Shafiee Sabet, Elahe Motevaseli. Imatinib Loaded Body Fluids Derived Exosomes Using Microfluidics System: An In Vitro Analysis. Systematic Reviews in Pharmacy, March 2024, 15(3).
• Amir Monfaredan, Fakher Rahim, Gholamreza Tavoosidana, Mohammad Hossein Modarressi, Ali-Akbar Aghajani-Afrouzi, Mahdi Shafiee Sabet, Elahe Motevaseli. The Downregulation of LGALS3 Gene Expression Can Stimulate the Release of Exosomes in the JKB1 Cell Line. Systematic Reviews in Pharmacy, Nov 2023, 14(11)
• Mahdi Shafiee Sabet, Vahedi, S.Bahramnezhad, F. Nayeri, N.D. Investigating the relationship between presentism and resilience of critical care nurses of hospitals Payesh, 2023, 22(6), pp. 727–735.
• Asadi, F.F. Abolghasemi, S. Mahdi Shafiee Sabet (corresponding author). The Effects of Spiritual Intelligence Training on the Quality of Life and Happiness of Medical Students. Journal of Isfahan Medical School, 2023, 41(727), pp. 575–583.
• Ranji, S., Shahbazi, M. Mahdi Shafiee Sabet, Tafakhori, A. Effects of deep brain stimulation in a patient with chronic refractory pain: a case report. Tehran University Medical Journal., 2023, 81(4), pp. 319–322.
• Pargol Balali, Seyedeh Sajedeh Marashi, Elmira Agah, Mahdi Shafiee Sabet, Aghamollaii, Tafakhori, A. Safety and Efficacy of Memantine in Improving Cognitive Function of Patients with Epilepsy. Caspian Journal of Neurological Sciences. 2022, 8(4), pp. 197–205.
• Babak Ghelichnia, Pargol Balali, Ghasem Farahmand, Mahdi Shafiee Sabet, Somaye Feizi, Bahareh Pourghaz, Melika Jameie, Abbas Tafakhori. Effects of Botulinum Toxin Injection on Reducing Myogenic Artifacts during Video-EEG Monitoring: A Longitudinal Study. Neurodiagnostic Journal., 2022, 62(4), pp. 222–238.
• Mahdi Shafiee Sabet, Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Combined with Intensive Conventional Rehabilitation for Chronic Stroke Hemiplegia: A Case Series Study. Journal of Vessels and Circulation. 2021
• Marbouti, L., Zahmatkesh, M.Riahi, E., Mahdi Shafiee Sabet. GnRH protective effects against amyloid beta-induced cognitive decline: A potential role of the 17beta-estradiol.” Molecular and Cellular Endocrinology, 2020, 518, 110985.
• Mahdi Shafiee Sabet, M. H. Harirchian. The Different Effects of Endogenous and Exogenous Hormones on Cerebrovascular Diseases.” Advances in Biosciences & Clinical Medicine, 2017.
• Mahdi Shafiee Sabet, Behnam Shariati. Neurobiological pathways of mania: a three-case report and literature review. Razi Journal of Medical Sciences. 2017
• Mahdi Shafiee Sabet. Farokhnia, M. et. Al. Comparing the efficacy and safety of Crocus sativus L. with memantine in patients with moderate to severe Alzheimer’s disease: A double-blind randomized clinical trial. Human Psychopharmacology, 2014, 29(4), pp. 351–359.
• Shahin Akhondzadeh, Mahdi Shafiee Sabet, MH Harirchian, M Togha, H Cheraghmakani, S Razeghi, S Sh Hejazi, MH Yousefi, R Alimardani, A Jamshidi, F Zare, A Moradi. Saffron in the treatment of patients with mild to moderate Alzheimer’s disease: A 16-week, randomized and placebo-controlled trial.” Journal of Clinical Pharmacy and therapeutic. 2010; 35 (5), 581-588
• Shahin Akhondzadeh, Mehdi Shafiee Sabet, Mohammad Hossein Harirchian, Mansoreh Togha, Hamed Cheraghmakani, Soodeh Razeghi, Seyyed Shamssedin Hejazi, Mohammad Hossein Yousefi, Roozbeh Alimardani, Amirhossein Jamshidi, Shams-Ali Rezazadeh, Aboulghasem Yousefi, Farhad Zare, Atbin Moradi, Ardalan Vossough. A 22-week, multicenter, randomized, double-blind controlled trial of Crocus sativus in the treatment of mild-to-moderate Alzheimer’s disease. Journal of Human Psychopharmacology. 2010; 207, 637-643. 2025
Preparation
1- Diagnostic accuracy of the children’s Autism Rating Scale 2 Standard form in Iraq: A cross-sectional study.
2- Knowledge and attitudes among caregivers of children with autism spectrum disorder: A cross-sectional study.
3- Restrictive and repetitive behaviors among Iraqi children with autism: A cross-sectional study.
4- Association between coping strategies, anxiety and depression among parents of children with ASD.
5- Comorbidities among children with ASD from Iraq: a cross-sectional study.
6- Quality of life among parents of children with ASD from Karbala: A cross-sectional study.
7- Association between severity of autism and family needs in Iraq: a cross-sectional study.
8- The role of RTMS in the management of patients with epilepsy.
9- The role of vertical integration in the attitude of medical students to basic science courses.
10- Co-morbid neuromuscular disorders in ASD in Iraq: a cross-sectional study.
11- Digital learning as a part of Brain-based learning strategies.
12- The role of spiritual intelligence in deep learning.
13- The role of RTMS in the management of addiction through serotonergic, dopaminergic, and norepinephrine pathways.
14- Management of neurological and psychiatric emergencies in mass gatherings.
15- The role of artificial intelligence in quality of life improvement in Alzheimer’s Disease management.
Administrative Experience and Executive Positions
• Instructor, Anatomy and Neuroscience Group, Tehran University of Medical Sciences (2010–present)
Teaching Neuroanatomy and Neuroscience courses to medical and graduate students.
• Instructor, Neuroscience Group, Tehran University of Medical Sciences (2013–present)
Teaching Neuroendocrinology courses focused on the neurobiological regulation of endocrine functions.
• Founder and Director, Neurology Clinic, Arash Hospital (Affiliated Teaching Hospital, TUMS) (Established 2014)
Established and supervised a specialized neurology clinic within Arash Hospital, a leading referral center in obstetrics and gynecology.
• Assistant Professor, Department of Family Medicine, School of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences (2020–2025)
Involved in teaching, clinical training, and curriculum development within the Family Medicine program.
• Associate Professor, Department of Family Medicine, School of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences (2025–present)
• Vice Chancellor for Scientific Affairs, International Branch of Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Iraq (2022–present)
Contributed to the establishment of TUMS International Branch in Iraq; overseeing academic and research development.
• Research Infrastructure Development, TUMS International Branch, Iraq
Founded six research centers, including:
• Autism Megaproject
• Medical Education and Digital Learning Department
• Mass Gathering Studies Center
• Substance Abuse Research Center
• Epilepsy Research Center
• Neuromuscular Diseases Research Center
Research Publications: Books
• Authorship a book named “Neuroendocrinology”, a reference for neuroscience students in 2018.
• Authorship of a book named “Cognitive Dysfunctions”, a reference for neuroscience students in 2024.
Conference Presentations and Invited Lectures
2008
• Evaluation of Nitric Oxide Effects on the Cerebellum in Pregnant Rats Using Morphometric Methods. Presented at the 15th International Neurology Congress, Iran.
2010
• Effectiveness of Crocus sativus in the Treatment of Alzheimer’s Disease. Presented at the 17th International Neurology Congress, Iran.
2012
• Delivered three lectures at the Basal Ganglia Workshop, Tehran University of Medical Sciences.
2015
• Biomarkers of Inflammatory and Autoimmune Central Nervous System Disorders.
Presented at the 4th International Neuroscience Congress, Iran.
• Trigeminal Neuralgia. Presented at the International Pain Congress, Iran.
• Began delivering a weekly lecture series titled Gyneco-Obstetrical Neuropsychiatry for faculty and students of the Gynecology and Obstetrics Department, Tehran University of Medical Sciences.
2016
• The Different Effects of Endogenous and Exogenous Sex Hormones on Alcoholism. Presented at the 10th International Addiction Congress, Iran.
• Endogenous Role of Neurosteroids in the Pathogenesis of Multiple Sclerosis and Their Therapeutic Potentials. Presented at the 13th International Multiple Sclerosis Congress, Iran.
• Brain Dimorphism in Normal Aging: Estrogen Actions in the Brain. Presented at the 5th International Neuroscience Congress, Iran.
• Neuroprotective Actions of Erythropoietin in Cerebral Ischemia. Presented at the 5th International Neuroscience Congress, Iran.
• The Importance of Sex Hormones in Chronic Pain Control. Presented at the 1st International Congress of Rehabilitation in Neurological Diseases, Iran.
• The Effects of Gender on Traumatic Brain Injury Outcomes. Presented at the 1st International Congress of Rehabilitation in Neurological Diseases, Iran.
• The Role of Sex Hormones in Lower Urinary Tract Dysfunction During Menopause. Presented at the 1st International Neurourology Congress, Iran.
• The Role of Sex Steroids in Traumatic Brain Injury Outcomes. Presented at the 2nd National Trauma Congress, Iran.
• Side Effects of Testosterone Abuse in Athletes: Potential Brain Damage. Presented at the 11th National Congress of Sports Medicine, Iran.
• The Role of Endogenous and Exogenous Sex Hormones in the Development of Osteoarthritis. Presented at the 4th National Congress of Musculoskeletal Diseases, Iran.
2017
• The Role of Inflammation in the Pathogenesis of Status Epilepticus: Neurosteroids as a Novel Treatment. Presented at the 13th International Epilepsy Congress, Iran.
• Protective and Therapeutic Role of Erythropoietin in Acute Ischemic Events and Risk of Brain Tumors Associated with Exogenous and Endogenous Sex Hormones. Presented at the 1st National Social Medicine Congress, Iran.
• Conducted a practical workshop on The Use of EEG in Psychiatric Disorders at the 1st Mood Disorders Congress, Iran.
• The Different Effects of Endogenous and Exogenous Sex Hormones on Cerebrovascular Diseases. Presented at the 9th International Stroke Congress, Iran.
• Does Migraine Increase the Risk of Preeclampsia? Presented at the 5th International Pain and Headache Congress, Iran.
• Low Back Pain in Pregnancy. Presented at the National Congress of the Federation of Pain Study and Research, Iran.
• Maternal Mortality: Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome. Presented at the Congress on Pregnancy and Neurological Complications, Iran.
• The Effects of Hormone Therapy on Dementia in Postmenopausal Women. Presented at the 6th International Neuroscience Congress, Iran.
2018
• Intracerebral Hemorrhage in Pregnancy. Presented at the Congress on Maternal Mortality Due to Neurological Pregnancy Complications, Iran.
2023
• Oral Presentation: Brain Networks Perspectives on Neuropsychopharmacology. Presented at the 12th Basic and Clinical Neuroscience Congress, Iran.
2024
• Oral Presentation: Neurotransmitters Involved in Neuropsychopharmacology. Presented at the First International Conference on Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Iraq.
• Oral Presentation: New Methods of Neurorehabilitation in Neuromuscular Disorders. Presented at the First International Conference on Neuromuscular Disorders, Iraq.
Presenting an article in the 5th national congress of neuromuscular disorders in Iran in 2024: “Co-morbid Neuromuscular Disorders in Patients with Autism Spectrum Disorder
2025
• The role of PRMS in neuromuscular disorders” at the second International Conference on Neuromuscular disorders in Iraq, in 2025
Reviewer in Peer-Reviewed Scientific Journals and Conferences
- Review of 7 articles in “Iraqi National Journal of Nursing Specialties” from 2023
- Review of 10 articles in “Iranian Journal of Neurology” in 2017 and 2018
- Review of 22 articles in “Hayat” from 2023
Professional Memberships
• Member of the scientific committee of the first international neuromuscular disorders conference in Karbala in 2024
• Member of the scientific committee of the Second International Neuromuscular Disorders Conference in Karbala in 2025
• Member of the scientific committee of the first international medical education conference in Karbala in 2024
Clinical Experiences
• 2006–2010: Neurology Resident, Imam Khomeini Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
• 2010–2020: Consultant Neurologist, Mazandaran Province, Iran.
• 2013–2020: Consultant Neurologist, Arash Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
• 2020–2025: Consultant Neurologist, Ziaiyan Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
• Since 2023: Consultant Neurologist, Autism Center and Neuromuscular Disorders Center, Karbala, Iraq.
Academic Events, Symposia, and Workshops Organized
2024:
• Conference: Exploring the Neurogenetics of Autism, Organized and delivered in Iraq.
• Workshop: Brain-Based Learning. Delivered for university faculty members.
2023:
• Conference on How to Deal with Headache in Primary Health Care.
• Conference on Management of Neurological Emergencies in Mass Gatherings.
• Workshop on Educational Challenges of Foreign Language Students (for university faculty members).
• Conference on Management of Neurological Complications Caused by Autism Spectrum Disorders.
• Workshop on Principles of Conducting Scientific Lectures (for university faculty members).
• Conference on Brain–Gut Axis Interventional Strategies in the Treatment of Neurological Diseases.
• Conference on Early Diagnosis and Treatment of Developmental Disorders of the Nervous System.
• Conference on Brain Death and Organ Donation: The Role of Nurses.
• Conference on Principles of Neuropharmacology and its Relationship with Clinical Neurosciences.
• Conference on Neurological Manifestations of Paraneoplastic Syndromes and Management Strategies.
• Workshop on The Role of Cognitive Neuroscience in Enhancing Students’ Learning Skills.
• Workshop on How to Develop Creative and Critical Thinking in Students (for university faculty members).
• Conference on Comprehensive Management of Alzheimer’s Disease.
• Conference on Sleep Apnea from the Integrated View of Iranian and Conventional Medicine.
• Conference on Step-by-Step Diagnostic and Treatment Measures in Patients with Delirium Symptoms.
• Conference on Nursing and Care Management in Alzheimer’s Patients.
• Conference on Management of Systemic Complications of Neurodegenerative Diseases.
• Conference on Complications and Management of Lewy Body Dementia.
• Cultural Workshop on Ethical and Legal Considerations in Bedside Education of Foreign-Speaking Patients (for university faculty members).
• Conference on New Treatments for Speech and Motor Disorders.
• Conference on How to Manage Smell and Taste Disorders of Neurogenic Origin.
• Conference on Diseases Caused by Developmental Disorders of the Nervous System.
2022:
• Symposium on Acute Stroke Management.
• Symposium on How to Deal with Headache During Pre-Puberty.
• Symposium on How to Deal with Headache During Pregnancy.
• Conference on How to Deal with Headaches During Menopause.
• Conference on Neuromuscular Diseases During Pregnancy.
• Conference on Neuromuscular Diseases During Menopause.
• Symposium on How to Deal with Neuromusculoskeletal Complications of Menopause in Primary Health Care.
• Conference on Diagnosis and Treatment in Neurogenic Dysphagia.
• Conference on Sleep Disorders in Alzheimer’s Disease.
• Conference on New Treatments in Tinnitus.
• Conference on How to Deal with Neurocognitive Disorders in People with Diabetes.
• Symposium on Comprehensive Diagnostic and Treatment Approaches for Vertigo and Balance Disorders.
• Symposium on The Role of Nursing in Managing Patients with Dizziness and Balance Disorders.
• Symposium on Stroke Management in Primary Health Care.
• Symposium on How to Deal with Parkinsonism Syndromes Using a Family Medicine Approach.
• Symposium on Brain Death and Its Ethical and Legal Challenges.
• Symposium on New Treatments for Alzheimer’s Disease with a Neuroendocrinology Approach.
• Conference on Neuropsychological Complications of COVID-19.
• Conference on Management of Diabetic Neuropathy.
• Conference on Diabetic Neuropathy and the Role of the Nurse.
• Conference on Neurodegenerative Diseases and Dementia: Prevention and Treatment Strategies.
• Conference on How to Deal with Headaches in Primary Health Care.
• Conference on Neuromuscular Diseases During Pregnancy in Primary Health Care (for Midwives).
• Conference on Diagnosis and Treatment in Patients with Seizures.
• Conference on Neurological Complications Caused by Nutritional Disorders: A Family Medicine Approach.
• Training Course for Professors Traveling to Iraq to Teach at Subtain University.
• Cultural Workshop on Ethical Considerations in Managing Anxiety and Homesickness Among International Students (for university faculty members).
• Cultural Workshop on Ethical and Legal Considerations in Scientific Collaborations with Other Countries (for university faculty members).
• Cultural Workshop on Professional Ethics for Teaching Abroad (for university faculty members).
• Workshop on Communication Skills with Arabic-Speaking Students (for university faculty members).
• Workshop on Creating a Happy and Ethical Educational Environment (for university faculty members).
2021:
• Symposium on Brain Death and Its Ethical and Legal Challenges.
• Symposium on New Treatments for Alzheimer’s Disease with a Neuroendocrinology Approach.
• Conference on Neuropsychological Complications of COVID-19.
• Conference on Diabetic Neuropathy and the Role of the Nurse.
• Conference on Management of Diabetic Neuropathy.
• Conference on Neurodegenerative Diseases and Dementia: Prevention and Treatment.
• Conference on How to Deal with Headaches in Primary Health Care.
• Conference on Prevention of Degenerative Diseases and Dementia for Nurses.
Honors and Awards
• First Rank, National Comprehensive Pre-Internship Examination, Iran (2004)
• First Rank, Specialty Entrance Examination in Neurology, Tehran University of Medical Sciences (2006)
• High-Ranking Graduate, Iranian Board of Neurology (2010)
• First Place, Specialty Category, 12th Avicenna (Ebne-Sina) Festival (2011)
• Eminent Physician Award, National Medical Council of Iran (2011)
• Letter of Commendation, Chancellor of Tehran University of Medical Sciences (2024) — in recognition of outstanding leadership and achievements as Vice Chancellor for Scientific Affairs at the International Branch of TUMS in Iraq, contributing to advancements in educational, research, cultural, and social development.
• Letter of encouragement, as the vice chancellor for scientific affairs, for the achievements of “International Branch of Tehran University of Medical Sciences in Iraq” in the educational, research, cultural, and social fields and regular scientific activities, from the chancellor of the university, in 2025.
Supervisor of thesis
First supervisor:
1. Investigation of the Prevalence of Depression and Its Contributing Factors among International Medical Students at Tehran University of Medical Sciences in the 2022–2023 Academic Year
2. Examining the Relationship between Spiritual Intelligence, Resilience, and Self-Efficacy among Medical Students at Tehran University of Medical Sciences in 2024
3. Examining the Migration Intentions of Medical Students at Different Academic Levels and Their Relationship with Resilience among Students at Tehran University of Medical Sciences in 2024
4. Examining the Relationship between Sleep Quality and Marital Satisfaction in Patients Attending the Sleep Clinic of Imam Khomeini Hospital, Tehran, Before and After Intervention in 2023
5. Evaluating the Impact of COVID-19 Vaccination on Disease Course in Patients with Multiple Sclerosis under the Supervision of the Iranian MS Society
6. The Effectiveness of Agomelatine on the Severity and Frequency of Migraine Attacks in Patients Attending the Neurology Clinics of Imam Khomeini and Ziaian Hospitals, Tehran
7. Examining the Effect of Alpha-Lipoic Acid on Neuropathy in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Attending the Family Medicine Clinic of Ziaian Hospital
Second supervisor:
- Evaluating Interns’ Feedback on the Elective Family Medicine Internship at Tehran University of Medical Sciences in 2023.
- Prevalence of Restless Legs Syndrome in Patients with Focal Epilepsy Attending Imam Khomeini Hospital in 2021–2022
Advisor:
- Conceptualization of Palliative Care in Stroke Patients and Development and Validation of an Assessment Tool
- Design, Implementation, and Evaluation of a Gamified Self-Management Program for Individuals with Mild Cognitive Impairment
- A Comparative Study of Fall Risk in Elderly Individuals With and Without Diabetes Using the Get Up and Go Test at Imam Mohammad Baqir Comprehensive Health Center and Ziaiyan Hospital in 2024
- Investigation of the Relationship Between Head Pediculosis Infestation and Iron Deficiency Anemia Among Elementary School Students Covered by Imam Mohammad Baqir Health Center in 2024
- Investigation of the Effects of Concurrent Administration of Nicotine and Citalopram on Anxiety-like Behavior in Morphine-sensitized Rats
Media Articles
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References and Dissertation Committee Members
• Dr Shahriar Nafissi
Tehran University of Medical Science, Professor of Neuromuscular Disease, Department of Neurology, School of Medicine
Shariati Hospital, Neuromuscular Research Center
tumspr[@]tums.ac.ir
• Dr Faris Lami
Professor, Head of Community and Family Medicine Department, College of Medicine, University of Baghdad, and Chair of Scientific Council, International Academy of Public Health (IAPH)
farislami[@]gmail.com
farislami[@]comed.uobaghdad.edu.com
• Dr Shahin Akhondzadeh
Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Professor of Neuroscience
Department of Psychiatry, School of Medicine
Roozbeh Hospital, Psychiatry and Psychology Research Center
S.akhond[@]tums.ac.ir
