On Monday, May 12, 2026, a significant farewell meeting was held at the School of Medicine to honor the contributions of the former Dean, Dr. Shabahang Jafarnejad, and to introduce the new Dean, Dr. Shahram Agah. The event took place in the school’s main hall and was graced by the esteemed presence of Dr. Nader Tavakoli, the President of the Iran University of Medical Sciences.

During the meeting, Dr. Tavakoli expressed heartfelt gratitude for Dr. Jafarnejad's dedicated service and leadership throughout his tenure. He acknowledged the former Dean’s efforts in advancing the school’s mission and enhancing the academic environment for both faculty members and students. Dr. Tavakoli also conveyed his optimism regarding Dr. Agah's appointment, emphasizing the importance of continued diligence in fostering academic excellence and addressing various institutional matters.

As part of the ceremony, Dr. Tavakoli presented Dr. Jafarnejad with a plaque of appreciation, recognizing his significant contributions to the School. Subsequently, he officially handed over the appointment order to Dr. Agah, marking the beginning of a new chapter for the School of Medicine.

The ceremony was attended by a diverse group of stakeholders, including faculty members, departmental officials, vice deans, managers, and other distinguished guests, all of whom gathered to celebrate this transition in leadership.

This event underscores the commitment of the School of Medicine to uphold its standards of excellence and to support its leadership in driving forward the academic and administrative objectives of the institution.

Dr. Shahram Agah Appointed as Dean of the School of Medicine, IUMS