Dr. Sara Syed
In 1994, Dr. Syed graduated from the University of Saskatchewan where she won the award for “student who best exemplified compassionate care for patients”. Following graduation, she moved to Ottawa and has been providing a safe, compassionate, and educated dentistry ever since. Dr. Syed is continually reinvesting in her clinic, her own education, and her staff. She is a leading-edge dentist who continues to attend courses and seminars from the world’s leading dental experts. Despite having travelled and studied dentistry internationally she continually pours her heart and soul into her practice right here in Ottawa.
Dr. Syed is a member of the Spear Dental Continuing Education Group, an organization committed to lifelong learning and self-improvement. She is also a longstanding member of the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario, Ontario Dental Association, Ottawa Dental Society, and Academy of General Dentists. Through these memberships, Dr. Syed is continually advancing her dental knowledge, educating other dentists, and providing her patients with the high quality dental care available in Ottawa. Moreover, Dr. Syed is passionate about sharing her knowledge and wisdom with her patients so they can remain well informed about their own dental health and treatment options.
OUR TEAM
Dr. Syed and her team are devoted to providing a high standard of dental care and patient education to everyone who walks through the clinic door. Book your appointment today!
Dr. Meriam Saboor
Dr. Meriam Saboor received her DMD degree from the University of Montreal in 2008. She then completed a residency in Advanced Education in General Dentistry at the University of Rochester Eastman Dental Center. She has since completed a mini residency in implant dentistry with The Institute for Dental Excellence and taken continuing education courses in moderate sedation amongst many others. Dr. Saboor’s priority as a dentist is for her patients to reach optimal oral health. Her purpose is to develop a strong relationship with her patients built on trust and open communication. When not at work, her goal is to create happy memories with the three men in her life: her husband and two little boys.
Angelica Llanes
Angelica obtained her dental assisting level II diploma in 2000, she joined our team in August 2021. Angelica has many years of experience in the dental field and has a natural ability to make you feel comfortable at any moment. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her friends and family.
Leah Holbrough
Leah has worked in dentistry since graduating from CDI College of Dental Assisting Level 2 in 2007. With a background in nursing, Leah has experience in dental fields that include periodontics and oral surgery. In her spare time Leah is busy with her kids activities and enjoys baking and cooking
Dr. Isabelle Kieu
Dr. Isabelle Kieu received her DMD degree from the Université de Montréal in 2014, completed a residency in Advanced Education in General Dentistry at the University of Detroit Mercy, and has been providing dental care to patients in Ottawa since 2015. She is fluent in English and French and can speak Vietnamese at a conversational level.
As an oral health professional, Dr. Kieu is passionate about health, prevention and education. She is a part-time clinical instructor at the Dental Hygiene program at the Canadian National Institute of Health. In her spare time, she enjoys reading and exploring the city.
Melina Mitsou
Melina graduated from the Dental Hygiene program at La Cité Collégiale in 2003. She is fluently bilingual in English and French. Melina joined our team in 2018, Melina pays lots of attention to detail and her calm energy will make you feel comfortable during your care. Melina loves the outdoors and spending time with her friends and family.
Mélissa Ouellet
Mélissa graduated from the Canadian National Institute of Health in 2018. She joined Dr. Syed’s team in the fall of 2021. She comes to our office with experience working in periodontics and oral surgery. Fluently bilingual in French and English, Mélissa has a great sense of humour and will always find a way to make you smile. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, practicing martial arts and piano.
Rebecca Langevin
Rebecca Graduated Dental Hygiene in 2014 from La Cité Collégiale. She joined our team in January 2021. Rebecca is fluent in both French and English, she is also a part time clinical instructor in the Dental Hygiene program at the Canadian National Institute of Health. Rebecca comes to our office with experience working in periodontics and completed specific training in advanced Laser dentistry. Out of the office she enjoys playing soccer, cycling and cooking nice meals for friends and family.
Elmira Farrashzadeh
Dr. Elmira Farrashzadeh, known to her patients as Dr. E, originally hails from Halifax, Nova Scotia. Dr. Farrashzadeh graduated from Dalhousie University with a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology and Immunology. She then obtained her dental degree with distinction from the Doctor of Dental Surgery program at Dalhousie. During her time in the program, she was the recipient of numerous awards and dedicated her time to student and community involvement. Dr. Farrashzadeh is passionate about providing excellent patient care, as patient comfort and support are her top priority. She has a keen interest in exploring the latest in dental technology and places the health and well-being of her patients at the forefront of all treatments. She loves all aspects of dentistry, and particularly enjoys crown and bridge as well as esthetic dentistry. When Dr. Farrashzadeh isn’t practicing dentistry, she is a foodie at heart. She loves exploring the amazing Ottawa food scene. She loves to travel and explore different cultures and cuisines. She also lives an active lifestyle enjoying hiking, skiing, and going to the gym with her partner Connor.
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