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Dr. Ghassan Abboud, Founder & President
Dr. Abboud is founder and President of 1st Family Dental. He opened the flagship office at the Clark Street location in 1996. He received his dental and specialty training at Loyola University concentrating in full mouth rehabilitation, removable dentures, and implants. Dr. Abboud practices at nearly all clinics and sees patients full-time. Dr. Abboud also handles executive management of the 1st Family clinics. Despite his busy schedule he manages to find a bit of time to enjoy some of his interests, which include traveling, horses, and nature.
Dr. Joseph Akhikar, General Dentist
 Dr. Akhikar joined 1st Family Dental in 2006. He graduated from Boston university school of dental medicine with High Honors. Dr. Akhikar's post graduate study and residency program in advanced education in general dentistry was completed at Boston university school of dental medicine. Dr. Akhikar is a fellow of American Dental Implant Association, and fellow of International Congress of Oral Implantologist. He is the recipient of several awards and distinctions. Dr. Akhikar is an active member at American Dental Association, American Academy of General Dentistry, American Dental Implant Association, Illinois State Dental Society, Chicago Dental Society, International congress of oral implantology.
Since joining 1st Family Dental, Dr. Akhirar has acquired more than 600 continuing education hours in the field of general and implant dentistry. Dr. Akhikar practices at the suburban 1st Family Dental clinics in Elgin and Aurora, as well as our downtown clinic on Division St. and Wells.
Dr. Joumana Basha, General Dentist
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Dr. Ramzi Duaibis, Orthodontist
 1st Family Dental is pleased to welcome Dr. Ramzi Duaibis to our team. Dr. Duaibis grew up in Jordan, and where his family still resides. He graduated from the Univesity of Jordan Dental School in 2004 at the top of his class with many awards and honors. He went on to pursue his orthodontic education at the University of Illinois at Chicago and graduated in 2010. Dr. Duaibis is aiming to be certified by the American Board of Orthodontics in 2011, which is the highest certification in the orthodontic field and is only achieved by one in four orthodontists in the USA. Dr. Duaibis is keen on keeping his knowledge up to date and has several publications in well known scientific journals such as the European Journal of Orthodontics and the Journal of Oral and Maxofacial Surgery.
The Duaibis household is passionate about orthodontics – Dr. Duaibis will be getting married this year, and his fiancee is currently completing her orthodontic residency at the University of Illinois as well! Dr. Duaibis practices and is available for consultations in the following 1st Family Dental clinics: 26th St. in Little Village, Kedzie Avenue in Albany Park, as well as the suburban locations of Arlington Heights, Elgin, and Aurora/Fox Valley.
Dr. Carrie Hedin, Orthodontist
Dr. Carrie Hedin-Thangamani practices orthodontics at the 1st Family Dental clinic at Logan Square on Milwaukee Avenue. She did her undergraduate work at the University of Notre Dame, her dental training at the University of Michigan, and her orthodontic specialty training at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Dr. Carrie is a member of the American Dental Association, American Board of Orthodontics, American Association of Orthodontics, Illinois Society of Orthodontists, the Illinois State Dental Society and the Chicago Dental Society. In her spare time, she enjoys fitness and running, travel, and spending time with her husband, Vijay. Dr. Carrie aims to improve the smiles of patients of all ages and is excited to be part of the 1st Family Dental Team.
Dr. Georgia H. Kalkanis, General Dentist
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Dr. Nidal Obeid, General Dentist
 Dr. Nidal Obeid has been with the 1st Family Dental team since 2004. Dr. Obeid graduated from dental school in the Ukraine in 1993, and also completed extensive training for a specialization in orthodontics at the University of Moscow in Russia. Dr. Obeid has also completed two rigorous programs in the United States, including a 1-year Prosthedontic fellowship at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC), and a 2-year fellowship for advanced education in general dentistry at the University of Miami. Dr. Obeid is also a proud recipient of the Nova South University 2009 “John Tobak Memorial Award for Special Care Dentistry” for his work with patients with developmental disabilities and other special needs.
Dr. Obeid grew up in Syria, and has family there as well as in the U.S. Through his travels and studies, Dr. Obeid has become fluent in Arabic, Russian and English. In his spare time, Dr. Obeid enjoys sport fishing and playing pool. Dr. Obeid practices at all 1st Family Dental locations.
Dr. Inah Park, General Dentist
Dr. Park has been with 1st Family Dental since 2003. She practices general dentistry, including Lumineer and Invisalign at our clinics in Andersonville on Clark St. and in Elgin in the northwest suburbs of Chicago. Dr. Park received her dental degree at the University of Michigan. Dr. Park enjoys golfing, playing tennis and skiing, as well as spending time with her two children.
Dr. Bilus Poles, General Dentist
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Dr. Irene Renieris, General Dentist
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Dr. Robert Sandusky, General Dentist
Dr. Bob graduated from Northwestern University Dental School, and completed his formal education with a post-graduate degree from Marquette University Dental School. He has been an attending faculty member at Northwestern's TMJ clinic and attending staff at Children's Memorial Hospital.
Dr. Bob was instrumental in the early research and development of today's popular Bonding materials, doing initial clinical trials of sealants, restorations, and veneers. This lead to teaching and lecturing about bonding. Dr. Bob is one of the founding members of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. He enjoys all aspects of dental care, but he is especially passionate about providing patients with an extra-pleasant experience. His motto: "An ultimate Treat…meant for the mouth." In his free time, Dr. Bob enjoys golf, biking, flying, and a good book. Dr. Bob practices at the Andersonville Clinic on Clark St, as well as the Lincoln Avenue Clinic and downtown Clinic at Division & Wells.
Dr. Irene Sheynman, General Dentist
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Dr. Lawrence Velano, General Dentist
Dr. Velano joined 1st Family Dental as a general dentist in 2003. He received his dental degree at the top-ranked University at Buffalo, New York. He completed advanced training in the Navy for exodontia at the Naval Dental Center in San Diego, CA, and extensive training in prosthodontics and aesthetic dentistry at the Naval Dental Center in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Velano served our country for 4 years as a Dental Officer in the U.S. Navy, and was stationed at Camp Pendleton, CA and Great Lakes Naval Dental Center. He also served for 4 years in the Navy Reserves. Dr. Velano practices at our Little Village Clinic on 26th St, as well as the Adersonville Clinic on Clark St., and the Kedzie Avenue Clinic in Albany Park. During his free time Dr. Velano enjoys, running, photography, golf, and motor sports.
Dr. Bonciel Washington, Orthodontist
Bonciel Washington is a Chicago native. She currently practices orthodontics at our Clark St. office in Andersonville. She recieved her BA in Biology for Albion College. She later attend the University of Michigan School of Dentistry where she reicieved her DDS. Dr. Washington later completed an Orthodontic residency at Howard University College of Dentistry. When not working, Dr. Washington enjoys spending time with her family.
Dr. Nada Zayzafoon, General Dentist
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