MASHHAD UNIVERSITY OF MEDICAL SCIENCES

Dr. Sara Rahsepar, after 15+ years of training, now practices dermatology in Cape Breton, improving local access to care. Her journey included mandatory service in Iran, Canadian licensure exams, and a supportive community at Northside General Hospital. Cape Breton's healthcare system benefits from streamlined credentialing for international doctors, aiming for long-term physician retention through community integration.

A randomized clinical trial involving 74 elderly hypertension patients in Mashhad University of Medical Sciences evaluated the impact of peer-led training sessions on medication adherence. The study, approved by the University's Ethics Committee, used the Morisky Medication Adherence Scale (MMAS-8) to measure adherence before and after the 6-week intervention. The cost-effectiveness of the training method was analyzed using the Average Cost-Effectiveness Ratio (ACER), considering direct costs such as manpower, consumables, and venue rental.