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Children first and then eat cyanide yourself so that we can die together” a great lesson for young doctors by Dr Amir Feily Iranian dermatologist.

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Jones shouted into the loudspeaker that people should not deprive themselves of the “joy of death”. Cyanide tablets were distributed among the people. 913 people were killed, 276 of whom were child victims. Jones also shot himself. The largest mass suicide in human. History took place in 1978 in the Republic of Guyana under the leadership of Jim Jones. Jim Jones, a popular leader who misled the people with his ideas, after influencing his followers on a certain date, invited everyone to commit suicide on their farms and en masse. Most people took part in the mass suicide, and those who refused to do so were either shot with guns or shot at to scare them and take poison pills. A total of 913 people committed mass suicide, 276 of whom were children. After this tragic event, in American culture, the above-mentioned story was adapted with the title (Drinking the Kool-Aid): which is equivalent to the Persian proverb that do not go to the well with the rotten rope of others. This irony is used at the end of one of the articles of Iranian dermatologist Dr Amir Feily who is increasingly getting famous nowadays. In his article he mentioned that a patient came to me with a sheet test positive for leishmaniasis. The patient stated that he had seen dozens of doctors for two years and had undergone several treatments for leishmaniasis, but all had failed. The patient showed me a positive leishmaniasis test and was very helpless in seeking a solution to his illness because the lower eyelid was gradually destroyed and the eyelashes disappeared and the eye was involved and destroyed. After looking at the result of the test and his examination, I emphasized to the patient that your disease is not leishmaniasis and the positive answer of the laboratory is completely incorrect. My suspicion was skin lupus, or DLE, which was confirmed by a simple biopsy, and the patient was easily treated and the eyelids and eyelashes completely healed. The interesting point of this case was the lack of proper examination of the patient by previous physicians and their trust in the incorrect answer of the laboratory, which reminded me of a sentence by professor Yaghoobi at Jundishapur University of medical sciences who has a great right on my neck and always emphasized that do not go to the well with the rotten rope of others (here is the laboratory) and trust your examination and clinical suspicion.

This is the great lesson from Dr Amir Feily for specially young doctors to trust on your own clinical examination then labratuary result. If you have strong clinical suspicion to any disease but the labratory result showed any other disease check again and again then give up your suspicion. You can find the original of the article in pubmed or the official instagram page of dr Amir Feily.

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Precision with Compassion: How Dr. Nader Amiran Balances Clinical Expertise with Human Connection

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Somewhere along the way, healthcare became fast, technical, and transactional. Patients learned to nod along, accept explanations they barely understood, and hope the treatment worked.

Dr. Nader Amiran chose a different path. At AIRE Dental Group, he has built a reputation not just for clinical accuracy, but for the way he connects with people before he ever connects the data. His work sits at the intersection of science and trust, where listening is not a courtesy, but a diagnostic tool.

For Dr. Amiran, empathy is not a soft skill layered on top of technical expertise. It is the foundation of precision. He believes you cannot treat what you do not fully understand, and understanding begins long before imaging or exams. It starts with hearing how a patient lives, where their discomfort shows up, and how long they have been carrying it.

This philosophy shapes every interaction in his practice. Consultations are unhurried. Questions are encouraged. Patients are not rushed toward conclusions. Instead, Dr. Amiran takes time to understand the full picture, knowing that pain rarely exists in isolation. Jaw discomfort, headaches, or bite changes often come with frustration, fear, or confusion after years of unanswered questions. Those emotions matter because they influence how patients experience care.

One of the defining elements of his approach is how he explains complex findings. Dentistry, especially TMJ and functional care, can feel overwhelming. Dr. Amiran makes it accessible. He uses visuals, models, and imaging to show patients what is happening inside their own bodies. The goal is clarity, not complexity. When patients understand what is causing their symptoms, anxiety gives way to confidence. Studies have shown that patients forget between 40% and 80% of the medical information provided by healthcare practitioners immediately, which highlights the importance of clear explanations and visual education during consultations.

This commitment to education did not come without challenges. Early in his career, Dr. Amiran often treated patients who had already seen multiple providers and still felt stuck. Many had received treatment without ever truly understanding their diagnosis. Those experiences reinforced an important lesson: even the most accurate clinical decision loses impact if the patient feels excluded from the process. The role of patient education in improving compliance and treatment outcomes has been widely supported in clinical literature evaluating communication strategies in healthcare (Kessels, 2003).

In response, he made education central to care. Treatment plans are discussed in plain language, with a clear explanation of why each step matters. Patients are invited into the decision-making process rather than being handed instructions. This approach builds trust, but it also improves outcomes. When people understand their condition, they are more engaged and more invested in maintaining progress. Studies evaluating patient-centered care models have demonstrated that involving patients in treatment decisions improves adherence and satisfaction rates (Street et al., 2009).

Precision still plays a critical role. Dr. Amiran relies on advanced diagnostics, careful evaluation, and evidence-based planning. Technology provides valuable insight, but he is clear about its role. Data informs decisions; it does not replace judgment. Imaging shows structure, but listening reveals context. Together, they create a more complete understanding than either could alone.

What sets his work apart is how seamlessly these elements come together. Clinical accuracy does not overshadow compassion, and empathy does not dilute rigor. Each strengthens the other. By treating patients as partners rather than problems to solve, Dr. Amiran creates an environment where healing feels collaborative, not imposed.

At AIRE Dental Group, patients often describe a shift in how they experience care. For the first time, they feel heard. For the first time, the explanation makes sense. That sense of clarity changes everything. It turns treatment from something that happens to them into something they actively participate in.

Dr. Nader Amiran’s approach challenges a common assumption in modern medicine: that efficiency and empathy cannot coexist. His work proves they can. When precision is guided by understanding, results last longer, trust runs deeper, and care feels human again.

In a field driven by innovation, his philosophy is a reminder that the most powerful tool in dentistry is still the ability to listen.

References:

Kessels RPC.
Patients’ memory for medical information.
Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine. 2003.

Street RL, Makoul G, Arora NK, Epstein RM.
How does communication heal? Pathways linking clinician–patient communication to health outcomes.
Patient Education and Counseling. 2009.

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