Rami Abazid | Clinical Trials | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Rami Abazid | Clinical Trials | Research Excellence Award

Northern Ontario School of Medicine University | Canada

Dr. Rami Abazid is a distinguished cardiologist and academic leader recognized for his extensive expertise in advanced cardiovascular imaging and his long-standing contributions to clinical cardiology. He currently serves as an Assistant Professor at the Northern Ontario School of Medicine University and practices as a cardiologist at Sault Area Hospital in Ontario, Canada, where he is deeply engaged in delivering high-level patient care, mentoring trainees, and advancing imaging-based diagnostic excellence. Dr. Abazid’s professional journey reflects a progressive expansion of knowledge across multiple cardiology subspecialties, supported by a rich portfolio of prestigious board certifications, including cardiovascular CT, nuclear cardiology, echocardiography, and certifications from renowned institutions in internal medicine and cardiovascular diseases. His training includes high-level fellowships in echocardiography, cardiovascular CT, and nuclear cardiology, complemented by hybrid imaging training that strengthened his multidisciplinary approach to cardiac diagnostics. Throughout his career, he has practiced in several leading medical centers, holding roles such as consultant cardiologist, specialist, senior registrar, and fellow in cardiovascular medicine, which allowed him to cultivate mastery across inpatient care, emergency cardiac assessment, outpatient management, and complex imaging modalities. Dr. Abazid is well known for his proficiency in echocardiography, including transthoracic, transesophageal, three-dimensional and intraoperative imaging, as well as stress testing and structural heart assessments. His expertise extends to cardiovascular CT for coronary assessment, congenital heart evaluation, aortic imaging, TAVI planning, prosthetic valve analysis, and calcium scoring using advanced imaging platforms. Additionally, he is experienced in nuclear cardiology, including SPECT, PET, viability assessment, amyloid imaging, sarcoidosis evaluation, and various stress testing protocols. Dr. Abazid has held significant administrative and leadership roles, including chairing the cardiac CT unit and the cardiac outpatient department, while also serving on ethics committees and leading scientific abstract committees within major cardiology organizations. As an active member of international professional societies and a contributor to authoritative educational modules, he continues to influence the evolution of cardiovascular imaging practice worldwide. Driven by academic excellence, clinical precision, and a passion for innovation, Dr. Abazid remains a respected figure in modern cardiology, dedicated to advancing patient outcomes and shaping the next generation of cardiovascular specialists.

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Featured Publications

Stocker, T. J., Deseive, S., Leipsic, J., Hadamitzky, M., Chen, M. Y., Rubinshtein, R., … Abazid, R.
Reduction in radiation exposure in cardiovascular computed tomography imaging: Results from the PROspective multicenter registry on radiaTion dose estimates of cardiac CT. European Heart Journal, 39(41), 3715–3723.

Einstein, A. J., Pascual, T. N. B., Mercuri, M., Karthikeyan, G., Vitola, J. V., … Abazid, R.
Current worldwide nuclear cardiology practices and radiation exposure: Results from the 65-country IAEA Nuclear Cardiology Protocols Cross-Sectional Study (INCAPS). European Heart Journal, 36(26), 1689–1696.

Ewid, M., Sherif, H., Allihimy, A. S., Alharbi, S. A., Aldrewesh, D. A., Alkuraydis, S. A., … Abazid, R.
AST/ALT ratio predicts the functional severity of chronic heart failure with reduced left ventricular ejection fraction. BMC Research Notes, 13(1), 178.

Abohamr, S. I., Abazid, R. M., Aldossari, M. A., Amer, H. A., Badhawi, O. S., … Jadaan, M. M.
Clinical characteristics and in-hospital mortality of COVID-19 adult patients in Saudi Arabia. Saudi Medical Journal, 41(11), 1217.

Abazid, R. M., Khalaf, H. H., Sakr, H. I., Altorbak, N. A., Alenzi, H. S., Awad, Z. M., … AlMubarak, N.
Effects of Ramadan fasting on the symptoms of chronic heart failure. Saudi Medical Journal, 39(4), 395–401.

Mercuri, M., Pascual, T. N. B., Mahmarian, J. J., Shaw, L. J., Dondi, M., Paez, D., … Abazid, R.
Estimating the reduction in radiation burden from nuclear cardiology through use of stress-only imaging in the United States and worldwide. JAMA Internal Medicine, 176(2), 269–273.

Elli Anna Kotsailidi | Clinical Trials | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Elli Anna Kotsailidi | Clinical Trials | Best Researcher Award

University of Rochester | United States

Assist. Prof. Dr. Elli Anna Kotsailidi is a distinguished academic and clinician specializing in periodontology, implant dentistry, and health professions education. She serves as an Assistant Professor of Clinical Dentistry at the University of Rochester, School of Medicine and Dentistry, and is a key faculty member at the Eastman Institute for Oral Health. With a strong foundation in dental surgery and advanced expertise in periodontal and implant sciences, she has built a remarkable career combining clinical excellence, academic leadership, and educational innovation.Dr. Kotsailidi’s academic journey began with her dental degree from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, where she demonstrated early dedication to clinical precision and scientific inquiry. Her pursuit of advanced specialization led her to the Eastman Institute for Oral Health at the University of Rochester, where she completed rigorous training in periodontology and implant dentistry, refining her skills in evidence-based patient care and complex surgical procedures. Further expanding her professional vision, she completed a master’s degree in Health Professions Education at the Warner School of Education, University of Rochester, focusing on curriculum development, equitable teaching, and the enhancement of academic excellence in dental education.Her professional career reflects an unwavering commitment to both patient-centered care and academic mentorship. As Program Director and former Clinic Director in the Department of Periodontology at the Eastman Institute for Oral Health, she has played a pivotal role in shaping clinical programs, overseeing resident training, and ensuring adherence to the highest standards of quality assurance and ethical practice. Her role integrates patient management, surgical supervision, curriculum coordination, and leadership in interdisciplinary dental education involving periodontics, prosthodontics, and general dentistry.Dr. Kotsailidi’s teaching philosophy is deeply rooted in inclusivity, collaboration, and innovation. She has co-directed and taught numerous courses, including Cell Biology of Disease, Introduction to Periodontology, Oral Implantology, ABP Mock Boards, and the Literature Review Series in Periodontics and Dental Implantology. Her approach emphasizes integrative learning, clinical reasoning, and the practical application of scientific knowledge in patient care. She is also an active mentor, serving on research committees for master’s students, guiding systematic reviews and meta-analyses that contribute to evidence-based dentistry and global oral health advancement.

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Featured Publications

Umbrio, L. R. N., Pham, H. M., Barmak, A. B., Assery, N., & Kotsailidi, E. A. (2025). Association between selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors and the periodontal status: A systematic review and meta-analysis of observational clinical studies. Evidence-Based Dentistry.

Benzaquen, S. I., Torabi Ardakani, M., Tsigarida, A., Ercoli, C., Barmak, B., Chochlidakis, K. M., & Kotsailidi, E. A. (2025). Biologic complications with removable partial dentures assisted by short implants: A 34-month pilot randomized controlled clinical trial. The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry.

Kotsailidi, E. A., Johnson, L., Burns, C., Rossouw, P. E., & Michelogiannakis, D. (2025). Surgically facilitated orthodontics with clear aligners for severe malocclusion and gingival recessions. Clinical Advances in Periodontics.

Burns, C., Kotsailidi, E. A., Alshuraim, F., Dadjoo, S., Tzouma, K., Pedrinaci, I., Rossouw, P. E., & Michelogiannakis, D. (2024). Interdisciplinary orthodontic treatment with digitally-guided autotransplantation in a patient with a missing permanent maxillary left lateral incisor and a supernumerary mandibular incisor. AJO-DO Clinical Companion.