Instructors
Sina Shekarsaraei
Director
Sina Shekarsaraei graduated from Azad Medical University of Tehran in 1999. He became a certified trainer in the field of cosmetic surgery within several European companies.
Besides clinical practice, he has worked as a medical cosmetic practitioner and gained more than 20 years of experience in Iran and Canada.
Dr. Sina Shekarsaraei completed the certification program for Medi Spa Therapist at Bryan College and is certified by the North American Academy of Cosmetology and Aesthetic in Toronto as both Speciality Trainer and Course Instructor in Advanced Aesthetic Medicine. Dr. Shekarsaraei speaks in both English and Persian.
Dr. Bahram Sarang
MD, CCFP: Medical Director
Dr. Bahram Sarang earned his medical degree from Iran.
He has been practicing since 2014 as a Family Physician in Canada and became a Canadian board-certified family physician in 2017
He has over 20 years of experience treating patients in a variety of settings, including as a hospitalist and family practice. He specializes in variety of cosmetic and dermatologic procedures including cosmetic injectables and technologies.
Linda Johnson
Nurse Practitioner (NP)
Linda Johnson is a primary care nurse practitioner who completed a Master’s of Science/Family Nurse Practitioner (NP) from D’Youville University in 2006. Linda has had a focus in Neurology related care including stroke and Traumatic Brain Injury with a sub-specialty in Headache Treatment. Since 2016 Linda began training in cosmetic treatments, including Botox and Dermal Fillers.She has since expanded her scope through additional training at CANFES. With the breadth of knowledge Linda has built, CANFES is proud to add Linda Johnson as a Faculty Member in 2023.
Ali Khalifa
(Dermatologist)
Ali Khalifa is a Board-Certified Dermatologist (from YSMU), Board-Certified and Licensed Holistic Health Practitioner, specializing in Cosmetic Dermatology, Laser, and Aesthetic Medicine. He is a Teaching Professor of the Medical Aesthetics Technology Program at the Academy of Facial Esthetics. He is serving as an Editorial Board Member of the Journal of Clinical Research in Dermatology, Symbiosis Publishing.
Navid Tofighirad
MD(Iran)board-certified interventional Radiologist
Dr. Navid Tofighirad earned his medical degree from Iran in 1999 and became a board-certified interventional Radiologist in 2005.
He is assistant professor at Azad Medical University of Tehran since 2007. He has CT. Scan, MRI, and Neuroradiology fellowship degree from United state of America. He specializes in in using ultrasound in cosmetic procedures including complication management and vascular lesions.
Shahrokh S.Namin
MD(Iran), Registered Acupuncturist-R.Ac(Canada)
Shahrokh Sarhangpour–namin received his Medical Doctorate Degree (MD) from Iran and has practiced for more than 15 years. He continued his education for three years in traditional Chinese medicine and Acupuncture and since 2018, he is a member of CTCMPAO and practicing as a registered Acupuncturist (R.Ac) in Toronto, Canada.He was certificated by CANAMA Academy in Toronto, for advanced administration of Cosmetic Botulinum Toxin & Cosmetic Filler Injection, Platelet-Riched Plasmatherapy in dermatology, Micro-needling and Mesotherapy, etc.His background in both conventional and alternative medicine makes him able to combine two modalities and bring them to the educational forefront. He has taught a wide variety of science courses at various colleges in Ontario such as this Academy for the past few years. His expertise are pain management and relief and also Cosmetic Acupuncture. Dr.Namin speaks English, Farsi, Azari and Turkish.
Elaheh Teymouri
MD(Iran) Advanced Aestheticians
Having graduated from medical university of Bandarabbas in 2001, Elaheh Teymouri is now an esteemed instructor at the Canadian Academy of Facial Aesthetics. With over two decades of medical experience and a focus on aesthetics for 17 years, she serves as your knowledgeable mentor in mastering the art of facial aesthetics. Join Elaheh for an enriching learning experience, where her extensive expertise meets the latest innovations in the field.
Atefeh Safariamin
Dr. Atefeh Safariamin graduated from Azad Tehran University of Medicine in Sep 2000. She became a Family Physician in Sep 2000. Besides clinical practice, he worked as a Medical Affairs Manager in Pharmaceutical Companies.
She gained 20 years of experience in Iran and Canada. Dr. Safari completed the degree program for EMBA at the Institute of Industrial Management and the certification program for Clinical research & Marketing at Seneca College, and Pharmacovigilance at Crown Medical Research and Pharmaceutical Sciences College of Canada.
She was certificated by NAACAA Academy in Toronto, for advanced administration of Cosmetic Botulinum Toxin Type A & Cosmetic Filler Injection in May 2018. Dr. Safariamin speaks both English and Farsi.
Allah Yar Atlas
Dr. Allah Yar Atlas earned his medical degree in Afghanistan. He had been practicing plastic surgery and dermatology from 2016 to 2022. He completes cosmetic injection procedures in Canada in 2023.
He has worked as a medical doctor, cosmetic surgeon, and dermatologist assistant for more than five years, providing patient care in a range of settings. He has particular expertise in a range of dermatological and cosmetic injectables.
Aakash Shah
He is an aesthetic physician from India and has been practicing in this field since 2015. He successfully completed his fellowship in Aesthetic Medicine in Mumbai, India in 2015. He earned his Master of Science in Aesthetic Medicine (Merit) from Queen Mary University of London, United Kingdom in 2017. He has successfully passed several training workshops and became a certified trainer of Allergan company in 2020.
Alireza Sadeghi
Dr. Alireza Sadeghi graduated from Tehran Azad Medical University in 2004, and after passing several related courses from different institutes, became a medical cosmetic practitioner in 2010. He was the Publisher and Editor-in-chief of medical science magazine n Iran.
He received his Canadian certificate from the Canadian Academy of Medical Aesthetics. He has over seventeen years of experience treating patients. He specializes in dermal filler Injections, botulinum toxin Injections, fat Dissolving Injections, non-surgical thread lifting, Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) injections, hair loss treatment, and cosmetic laser procedures.
Mohammad Moghaddasi
He graduated from Shahid Beheshti Medical School as a medical doctor in 1997 and worked as a general practitioner for more than 23 years. He is working in the medical cosmetic field as a certified injector and instructor for more than 12 years in Canada
Sara Abbaszadeh
Registered Nurse
Sara Abbaszadeh is a healthcare professional with ten-plus years of experience and a master’s in nursing (Professional stream) graduated from Dalhousie University and has been practicing in Canada since 2020, specializing in cosmetic procedures. She is an academic instructor and hands-on trainer in several courses at the Canadian Academy of Facial Esthetics.
Sohaila Tabibi
Advanced Aestheticians
Soheila Tabibi is a medical aesthetician with more than 14 years of experience in the cosmetic and skin care industry. She combined her passion and skills for artistry and skin care as a medical aesthetician when she achieved her certificate in advanced Medical Aesthetician from Canadian Aesthetic Academy in Canada.
She has gained valuable knowledge and experience in all aspects of professional skincare and cosmetic lasers. She has more than 7 years of experience as an instructor in a different academic institutions in Canada.