The classes are led by Dr. Hossein Shahrasbi, DDS, MSD, who is our primary instructor. Dr. Shahrasbi is a highly qualified dental professional – he earned his Master’s degree and certification from the University of Florida, graduating with honors in 2001[. He has decades of experience and was even recognized in 2005 as one of the best prosthodontists in the U.S. Beyond running Emerald’s program, Dr. Shahrasbi serves as an affiliated professor at the University of Washington School of Dentistry[, so he’s actively involved in dental education at multiple levels. He also maintains a full-service dental practice in Federal Way, which keeps him current with the latest techniques and real-world practices in dentistry. Students benefit from his real-world insights and personal mentorship. In short, you’ll be taught by an instructor who is not only an expert in the field but also passionate about teaching and helping students launch their dental careers.