Nergess Taheri (she/her)

Assistant Program Director, Outpatient Family Medicine Preceptor

 

Hometown

Wellington, FL

 

Medical School

DO from Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Davie, FL

 

Additional Degrees

BS, Biology, minor in Psychology from Nova Southeastern University

MS, Biomedical Informatics from Nova Southeastern University

 
 

Where did you complete your residency and fellowship?

Family Medicine Residency at Lakeside Medical Center in Belle Glade, FL

What do you like most about Lakeside?

The Unopposed Training

What are your interests in medicine?

Full Scope Family Medicine. I like to treat the whole family. I also have an interest in Sports Medicine and Nutrition.

Do you speak any languages other than English?

Yes - Farsi

What is your favorite flavor of ice cream?

Mint Chocolate Chip

What interests do you have outside of medicine?

Triathlons, Drawing, Baking and Cooking

What other job would you have wanted, if not the one you have?

I’d have been a Medical Illustrator

Tell us one random fact about anything else you like

I’m a twin but we have separate birthdays.

What is your favorite spot in Florida?

The Beach

What advice would you give to a new doctor just starting their residency or their career?

Any goal is attainable if you work for it.

Always believe in yourself.

Treat patients like you would your own family.