Dr. Panahi received his medical degree from the University of Tabriz Medical School in Iran, and completed his pediatric residencies at Elmhurst General Hospital and Brooklyn Hospital, both in New York. While in New York, Panahi met his wife Bonita and upon completion of his residency moved back to Iran, where he finished a three-year assignment with the Ministry of Health of Iran. In 1995 Panahi's practice became part of the University of Michigan Health System and he has been a dedicated employee until his retirement in July of this year. Panahi and his wife plan to spend time traveling and visiting their children and grandchild, continuing the active participation in their faith, promoting racial equality and unity, and serving as medical volunteers. I wish them all the very best.
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