Meet Our Members
Justin Shafa
Justin is a 4th year Psychobiology major born and raised in Los Angeles, CA. Passionate about making a difference, he joined CDO in search of gaining clinical exposure and contributing dental services to underrepresented communities. He stays involved on campus by immersing himself in dental research at the UCLA School of Dentistry as well as leading organizations such as PDSOP and the Jewish Pre-Health Society. When he’s not hitting the books, you can find him mixing beats at live venues, finding LA’s most unique culinary experiences, and staying active outdoors.
Anthony Pham
Anthony is a 3rd year Biology major from Redding, CA. He was intrigued by CDO's opportunities with hands-on experience in dental assisting and believes that the learned practical skills will carry on outside of the club itself within future workplaces. He is excited to continue making fun memories with the other club members and is looking forward to getting to know all of the members on a deeper level! Anthony is also involved in the Vietnamese Student Union as a Family Head, PDSOP, acts as the Treasurer for First-Gen Dentists, and Smiles Beyond Boundaries. Some of his hobbies include going to concerts, running on trails, and watching horror movies!!
Nina robertson
Nina is a 4th Year Molecular, Cell, and Developmental Biology major from Carmel, CA. She joined CDO because she wanted to find a place to use her passion for dentistry to help people in underserved communities. She is excited to spend time with people who share the same excitement and passion for dentistry! Other than CDO, Nina is involved in the Bruin Experiment. In her free time, relaxing and binge-watching MasterChef. Some of her hobbies include running, reading, hiking, and working out!
Arman Entezari
Arman is a 4th Year Psychobiology major from Danville, CA. He joined CDO because he wanted to help underserved communities around Los Angeles and is excited to get to know other members and learn about dental specialties! Other than CDO, Arman is the president of the Community Outreach Program, does research in the Sork Lab, and is part of PDSOP. In his free time, he enjoys going to the gym and hanging out with friends! Some of his hobbies include skiing, camping, and traveling — very outdoorsy! And a fun fact about Arman is that his favorite place to get coffee is Philz!
Nicole Mazaheri
Nicole is a 3rd Year Psychobiology major from Los Angeles, CA. She joined CDO because she truly wanted to help underserved communities to ensure that they receive access to essential care while learning more about my passion for dentistry. She is not only excited for the ability to gain hands on clinical exposure but also the chance to connect with more students both passionate about dentistry and making a difference in underserved communities. Nicole is also the Sisterhood chair of PSCO, a Persian Interest Sorotity, Active Minds, Flying Samaritans, and is a research assistant. In her free time, she loves to spend time outdoors going to the beach and hiking! Some of her hobbies include traveling, cooking, and playing volleyball!!
Savonnah wong
Savonnah is a 3rd Year Physiological Sciences major from the Bay Area, CA. She joined CDO to help make dental care accessible to underserved communities while gaining valuable hands-on experience. She finds CDO a meaningful way to combine my passion for service with her love for dentistry. What excites her the most about CDO is the chance to gain hands-on experience in the field while connecting with fellow pre-dents in UCLA's vast community. Savonnah is also part of Scope PHA, the Igor Spigelman Lab, and is AFVP for Gamma Phi Beta Sorority. In her free time, she loves hiking and exploring the beautiful trails around LA. She’s also a huge foodie and enjoys diving into the plethora of cuisines the city has to offer and is always on the lookout for new spots to try!