Somayeh Jahedi- O'Leary, DMD

 

​Dr. Somayeh Jahedi- O'Leary is a University of Chicago graduate, and went on to receive her Master’s degree at the Illinois Institute of Technology, followed by her dental degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago. 

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A Hinsdale Central Alumnus, Dr. Jahedi- O'Leary is excited to return to her hometown to establish her dental practice.  She is one of a long line of dentists in her family, and proudly shares a space with her mother, Dr. Maliheh Jahedi, in her private practice in Oakbrook Terrace.

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Dr. Jahedi- O'Leary believes that no one should have to live with pain, and everyone deserves a fresh & healthy smile, delivered with compassion. She prides herself in staying up-to-date with the latest dental advancements through attending continuing education courses regularly.  

 

When she is not busy creating a healthy, sparkling smile for her patients, she enjoys cooking, nature, traveling, photography, and spending time with her friends and large family (she is one of seven kids). Dr. Jahedi- O'Leary is married, and has a son who is a toddler, whom she adores. 

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Dr. Jahedi- O'Leary completely understands that not many people enjoy coming to the dentist, so she strives to provide a unique and positive experience for her patients, delivered with a gentle touch-- from her family to yours. 

 

EDUCATION-

• University of Illinois at Chicago; Doctor of Dental Medicine

• Illinois Institute of Technology; Master's in Cell & Molecular Biology

• University of Chicago; Bachelor of Arts in Biology, Minor in Visual Arts

 

AWARDS/HONORS-

• Schweitzer Fellow

• Leo and Sabien Class of 1955 Scholarship

• Straumann Scholarship Pre-Doctoral Implant Award

• American Academy of Oral Medicine Certificate of Merit and Award

• American Association of Public Health Dentistry Award

• Brian D. Stone Memorial Award

 

RESEARCH-

• Hinman Basic Science Award

• Omicron Kappa Upsilon Best Basic Science Award

• Schour Memorial Student Research Award

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PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS-

• American Dental Association

• Chicago Dental Society

• Illinois State Dental Society

 

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