Dr. Firoozeh Samim

Dr. Firoozeh Samim, a specialist in oral medicine and oral and maxillofacial pathology, is among the physicians and faculty members at McGill University in Montreal, Canada. She holds specialty certifications from recognized Canadian and American organizations in Oral Medicine and Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology and works in the diagnosis and management of diseases and lesions of the mouth and the jaw and facial region.

Dr. Samim received her dental degree from Shiraz University of Medical Sciences in Iran and, after immigrating to Canada, completed specialty training in oral medicine and oral pathology at the University of British Columbia (UBC). She also holds a Master of Science degree in craniofacial sciences. Her professional background includes teaching and research at the University of British Columbia and collaboration with the division related to oral cancers at the BC Cancer Agency.

Dr. Samim’s areas of practice include the examination and diagnosis of oral lesions, diseases of the oral mucosa, chronic orofacial pain, temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders, and oral problems associated with certain systemic diseases or medical treatments. The assessment of suspicious lesions and conditions that may require specialized evaluation to diagnose precancerous or cancerous diseases of the mouth is also among the areas related to her specialty. The type of examination and management approach for each case depends on the patient’s condition and the specialist’s assessment.

Dr. Samim holds an assistant professor position at McGill University’s Faculty of Dental Medicine and Oral Health Sciences and also participates in the university’s educational activities and specialty programs. According to information published by McGill, she is involved in educating students and training specialists in oral medicine.

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