Dr. Zahid Lalani

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Zahid Lalani, DDS, PhD, MBA, is a Clinical Assistant Professor in Oral Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of Washington. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral Maxillofacial Surgery and has completed advanced training in Oral Maxillofacial Surgery from the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston. Additionally, he has undergone training in India and the UK. Dr. Lalani's doctoral studies specialized in Molecular Biology with an emphasis on wound healing as part of a joint residency/PhD program. Before joining the University of Washington, he had 19 years of experience in private practice in Houston, where he practiced full-scope oral maxillofacial surgery. His expertise spans several areas, and he is actively involved in academic teaching, bringing his extensive clinical experience to the educational environment. Dr. Lalani's research interests focus on medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaws, the regulation of wound healing in bone and soft tissues, and the role of growth factors in wound healing.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Washington

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Letters of Recommendation
  • Resume/CV
  • English proficiency scores (for international students)
Specialization Notes

Standard Graduate School requirements for University of Washington apply to most departments listed unless specified otherwise by the program.