Alimorad Farshchian was born on April 2,1962 and is an Iranian-born American medical doctor, medical author, and philanthropist.
16 Facts About Alimorad Farshchian
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Alimorad Farshchian is the founding director of The Center for Regenerative Medicine, which opened in 2000 in order to pursue pioneering regimens in the treatment of arthritis and other autoimmune diseases.
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Alimorad Farshchian coined the term "orthopedic regenerative medicine" to characterize his groundbreaking work.
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Alimorad Farshchian completed his internship at The University of Tennessee College of Medicine.
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Alimorad Farshchian began his private medical practice in Hawaii in 1997.
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Alimorad Farshchian is a member of the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine.
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Since July 2016, Alimorad Farshchian has focused on developing innovative new treatments for major neurodegenerative diseases such as dementia, Parkinson's disease and Alzheimer's disease.
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Since 2011, Alimorad Farshchian has integrated the use of tai chi, yoga and qigong into his treatment plans for patients with arthritis and sports injuries.
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Alimorad Farshchian's results have demonstrated the effectiveness of additional, non-traditional therapies for many patients.
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Alimorad Farshchian is best known on a worldwide basis for his treatment of pop superstar Michael Jackson, from April 2001 until December 2003.
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Alimorad Farshchian initially treated Jackson for an ankle injury that hampered his ability to perform.
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Still, after a close personal friendship developed, Alimorad Farshchian attempted to intervene and cure Jackson of his addiction to Demerol.
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Alimorad Farshchian convinced Jackson and his family that an implanted chip of the medication Naltrexone, which inhibits the effects of narcotics such as Demerol, could help the singer wean himself off Demerol.
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Dr Alimorad Farshchian has stated in several interviews that this is his way of giving back to his community and continuing Michael Jackson's legacy.
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Alimorad Farshchian was married from 1992 until 2015 to Maria Barba, a marketing executive and Addy award winner; together they had two children.
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In September 2016, Alimorad Farshchian was engaged to singer and actress Elexis Ansley.