Dr. Farah received his dental degree from the University of St. Joseph in Beirut, Lebanon and his periodontal specialty training at Boston University. He then received a second dental degree, and a Masters, from Case Western Reserve University. Dr. Farah is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and Associate Clinical Professor of Periodontics at the Case School of Dental Medicine.
Dr. Farah is the Director of the Spear Study Club; the Comprehensive Dental Excellence Forum and the Renaissance Dental Hygiene Forum, affiliates of the Seattle Study Club. He is a Fellow of the Pierre Fauchard Academy, a Fellow of the International College of Dentists, and a Fellow of the American College of Dentists. Additionally, Dr. Farah was the recipient of the 2016 American Academy of Periodontology Educator Award.
Dr. Farah has lectured publicly at various levels on the specialty of periodontics and implant dentistry. In addition to his devotion to private practice, Dr. Farah is extremely passionate about music and his family.
At the Center for Advanced Periodontal & Implant Care, my mission is to lead my team and my patients to embrace and achieve the highest level of periodontal and implant care, through an atmosphere of trust and mutual respect. As a leader, I participate in establishing framework and goals of the practice and take a solution-based approach to all opportunities and concerns. I am engaged in the daily operations of the business and ensure that my schedule reflects my goals.
At the Center for Advanced Periodontal & Implant Care, we maintain our high standards by providing and supporting continuing education for all team members. Our practice is based on mutual trust and respect for our patients and our team members. We believe in, and encourage, team involvement. We believe in creating leaders in our organization. We maintain an efficient practice that inspires personal fulfillment and satisfaction through team involvement. We pride ourselves on superior customer service and quality treatment with an office culture of excellence!
Randa graduated from Purdue University with a dual degree in Business Management and Industrial Management. As Dr. Farah was starting his dental practice, Randa spent 13 wonderful years focusing on raising their three children. In 2001, Randa decided to join the Farah Team by undertaking the management aspect of the practice. She oversees the finances and marketing aspects of the business, as well as creating a positive office environment. In addition, Randa is the coordinator of the Comprehensive Dental Excellence Forum, The Renaissance Dental Hygiene Study Group (two local dental study clubs affiliated with the Seattle Study Club), as well as the two CFF Spear Study Clubs OH and IO. She is a devoted wife and mother. She loves socializing with family and friends, staying active through working out, cooking, and ballroom dancing.
Melissa graduated from Kent State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Leisure Studies. She has a hospitalitymanagement backgroundwhich has enabled her to develop exceptional organizational and customer service skills. Melissa has been part of the team since 2009. She oversees the operations of the office to ensure that our standard operating procedures and systems are running consistently. Her computer talents as well as her organizational skills make our everyday administrative duties and operations run faster and more smoothly. She lives in North Canton with her husband Jeff, and two children Damian & Raegan. The family pets include two rescue dogs; Cali & Boo, a Panda Hamster named Hammy and a rescue Bearded Dragon named Thunder. Melissaloves spendingtime with her family, being outdoors, playing soccer, andreading. She recently became the troop leader for her daughters Girl Scout troop.
Amanda has 20 years of medical experience with certificates in Blood Bank Technology, Phlebotomy, Emergency Medical Technology ,and Medical Assisting. She loves to cook and bake, and is an avid animal lover with a heart for rescues including her two dogs, three cats, and a cockatiel. Residing in Minerva with her husband Chris, they enjoy traveling, trying new restaurants, and exploring the outdoors with their dogs accompanying them.
Julie has lived in Massillon, Ohio all her life. She graduated in 2010with her Associates Degree in Dental Assisting from Akron Institute ofHerzing University. She highly enjoys her position as Treatment Coordinator here atDr. Farahs office. Especially since she gets to use her learned skillsand education on busy days, working clinically along side the otherassistants.When Julie is not at work she is spending time with her five daughters,they keep her very busy with school, extra curricular activities and sportschedules. She does a lot of baking, as she started a home baking businessin 2011; where she creates her favorite decorated cut out cookies.
Maria has over 37 years in customer service. And additionally, has 6 yearsin the medical field as a medical assistant and phlebotomist. When Mariais not working with all of us at the Farahs office, she enjoys gardening,bicycling, entertaining, cooking, baking and spending time with friends andfamily. She is also involved in several groups including a book club, cardclub and is active with an area garden club.
Mickey has an Administrative Assisting Certificate from Stark State Collegeand has also completed the Modern Dental Concepts Dental AssistingProgram. She resides in Canton with her husband Nick, enjoying newlywedlife as of September 2019. Together they enjoy traveling, trying newrestaurants and spending time with family. When shes not working in theoffice, she also enjoys shopping, crafting and spending time with herlabradoodle, Molly.
Dee is a 1987 graduate of Camden County Community College in southern New Jersey. She has nearly 26 years of experience as a dental hygienist and a passion for periodontal therapy and getting to know her patients. She enjoys leading edge dentistry and staying abreast of new research and treatment modalities. Dee now resides in Green with her husband Vince, and two children, Jacob and Katelyn. She enjoys volunteering in the Green elementary schools, supporting the PTA, and spending time with her family, especially when theygo to Disney. One of the things Dee and her family love the most about Northeast Ohio is the Metro parks, where they spend lots of time on the hiking trails. She and her husbandare avid Philadelphia Phillies fans, but also enjoy attending Akron Aeros games as a family. Their pets include a Chihuahua named Chico and a cat name Fern.
Caitlin is from Dover and graduated from Buckeye Career Center as a Certified Ohio Dental Assistant in 2018.She has just begun her career in periodontal care, but she has developed a sincere passion for it.She cares deeply about patients during treatment, and she is excited to be a part of our team!
Outside of the office, Caitlin enjoys spending time with her husband; the two of them are newlyweds as of July 4th, 2018.She loves all things Disney and the couple look forward to planning a trip in the near future.They spend a lot of time with their pets.The have a Siberian Husky, Luna, and a cat, Kiki, who both enjoy family walks and bike rides!
Kayla is from Traverse City Michigan. She has lived in Ohio for the last 18 years and resides in Hartville Ohio. She has two daughters, a son on the way and a dog. Her favorite color is blue. Kayla has been in the dental field for 6 years. She attended the Dental Assistant Program at Ashland County Career Center, where she obtained her certificate as a certified Dental Assistant. When Kayla is not at work she enjoys spending time with her kids, going camping, on nature walks, swimming and going to visit her family in Michigan where they enjoy seeing the beautiful Lake Michigan.
Rachel is from Navarre and completed the Modern Dental Concepts Dental Assisting Program. She has just begun her career in periodontal care. She loves her new role at Dr. Farahs office as a certified Dental Assistant.
Dr. Farah enjoys sharing his love and passionfor the field ofperiodontics and implant dentistry.Over the last 37 years, Dr. Farah has lectured to the undergraduatestudents and residentsat Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine, the residents atMercy MedicalGeneral Practice Resdency, andto numerous local and state study clubs.In addition,Dr.Farah continues to share his knowledgewith his peers, patients, and team members on a regular basis.
