DDS, MS, Orthodontist Cert.
Dr. Amitis Sarbaz
Candidate for RCDSO Council 2026
A new bridge between dentists and patients
Bringing international clinical experience, research, teaching, and a commitment to thoughtful collaboration to Council discussions—with patient safety and public trust at the centre.
Voting Period
Opens: November 23, 2026 at 2 p.m.
Closes: December 9, 2026 at 2 p.m.
Dr. Amitis Sarbaz
DDS, MS, Orthodontist Cert.
About Amitis
An international journey. A commitment to thoughtful care.
I am a Canadian orthodontist with an international educational and clinical background. I completed my initial dental education at Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences in Tehran, Iran, before pursuing advanced academic and clinical training in the United States.
My journey includes an orthodontic research fellowship at CTOR Academy, a Master of Science in Oral Biology from New York University, and orthodontic specialty training in Atlanta, Georgia. During specialty training, I served for two years as a Teaching Assistant, supporting residents and faculty in clinical education and treatment planning.
I am currently pursuing an Advanced Fellowship in Non-Surgical Complex Orthodontic Cases at CTOR Academy, working directly with Dr. Mani Alikhani on advanced treatment approaches, complex case management, and interdisciplinary care. I also contribute to teaching and professional lectures at CTOR Academy.
Dr. Amitis Sarbaz, Orthodontist
Clinical Practice & Patient Care
Clinical experience in both Canada and the United States has exposed me to different healthcare environments and approaches to teamwork. Growing up with two parents who are dental professionals also gave me early insight into clinical care, practice operations, and the responsibilities of serving patients.
These experiences have taught me to listen carefully, remain curious, and consider different perspectives before reaching conclusions.
“Listening. Understanding. Public trust.”
Grounding regulatory discussions in real clinical experience, continuous scientific learning, and public interest stewardship.
Dental Education
Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
Initial dental education.
Orthodontic Research Fellowship
CTOR Academy
Advanced academic and clinical training in the United States.
Master of Science in Oral Biology
New York University
Graduate research and scientific training.
Orthodontic Specialty Training
Atlanta, Georgia
Specialty training, with two years as a Teaching Assistant supporting residents and faculty.
Advanced Fellowship
CTOR Academy
Non-Surgical Complex Orthodontic Cases, working with Dr. Mani Alikhani; teaching and professional lectures.
Why I am seeking Council service
Thoughtful decisions begin with listening.
Behind every policy, standard, and regulatory decision is a person placing their trust in dental care. I am seeking election to Council to contribute my experience in clinical practice, research, education, and collaboration to decisions that serve the public interest.
I would approach Council service with preparation, integrity, openness, and respect for the responsibilities of professional regulation.
Regulatory principle
“Council members serve the public interest. They do not act as representatives of a profession, specialty, association, or geographic area.”
Professional collaboration & continuous learning
Engaging with colleagues, interdisciplinary teams, and the broader healthcare community.
Vision
A commitment to patient safety, inclusion, and trust.
Patient safety and public protection
Keep patient well-being, safe care, and public trust at the centre of Council discussions.
Equity and inclusion
Listen respectfully to different experiences and recognize that people encounter healthcare systems in different ways.
Evidence and continuous learning
Bring a commitment to research, professional education, and thoughtful evaluation of emerging ideas.
Accountability and collaboration
Prepare carefully, communicate respectfully, and contribute constructively to collective decision-making.
Commitments
What I would bring to Council.
Patient safety and public protection
Keep patient well-being, safe care, and public trust at the centre of Council discussions.
Equity and inclusion
Listen respectfully to different experiences and recognize that people encounter healthcare systems in different ways.
Evidence and continuous learning
Bring a commitment to research, professional education, and thoughtful evaluation of emerging ideas.
Accountability and collaboration
Prepare carefully, communicate respectfully, and contribute constructively to collective decision-making.
Areas for constructive discussion
Topics to explore — subject to evidence and Council’s mandate.
These are introduced as topics Dr. Sarbaz hopes to explore, subject to evidence, Council’s mandate, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Safe, capable dental teams
Explore whether additional training pathways and appropriately defined responsibilities for Level II dental assistants could support safe orthodontic care. Any discussion must consider competencies, supervision, patient safety, and regulatory standards.
Interdisciplinary care and airway-related concerns
Encourage evidence-based education and collaboration involving orthodontists, sleep physicians, ENT specialists, pediatricians, and other healthcare professionals. Support appropriate recognition and referral of patients who may benefit from further assessment, while maintaining clear professional boundaries.
How to Vote
Your guide to the 2026 Council election.
- The election is province-wide.
- There are 25 candidates for seven Council positions.
- Eligible voters receive an email from BigPulse providing access to their secure online ballot.
- Voting opens November 23, 2026 at 2 p.m.
- Voting closes December 9, 2026 at 2 p.m.
- Voters may select a minimum of one and a maximum of seven candidates.
- A submitted ballot cannot be changed.
- Dr. Amitis Sarbaz appears on the candidate list under Sarbaz.
Follow the official RCDSO and BigPulse instructions for eligibility, ballot access, voting times, and assistance.
Voting Period
Opens
November 23, 2026 at 2 p.m.
Closes
December 9, 2026 at 2 p.m.
Confirm official election details before publication.
Frequently asked questions
Questions and answers.
To contribute her experience in clinical practice, research, education, and collaboration to Council decisions that serve the public interest — approaching the role with preparation, integrity, openness, and respect for the responsibilities of professional regulation.
An international educational and clinical background, an orthodontic research fellowship, a Master of Science in Oral Biology from New York University, orthodontic specialty training, teaching experience, and ongoing advanced fellowship work in complex orthodontic cases.
Patient safety and public protection, equity and inclusion, evidence and continuous learning, and accountability and collaboration — without guaranteed outcomes that an individual Council member could not deliver.
Eligibility is determined by the RCDSO. For the most accurate and current eligibility guidance, please refer to the official RCDSO election information.
Eligible voters receive an email from BigPulse providing access to their secure online ballot. If you have not received expected ballot access, please refer to the official RCDSO and BigPulse instructions.
Voters may select a minimum of one and a maximum of seven candidates.
No. A submitted ballot cannot be changed.
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