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Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD

Accepting New Patients
Specializes in: Adult Rheumatology
Professional interests include: discoid lupus erythematosus (DLE), arthritis, osteoarthritis, and more.
11234 Anderson Street Suite 1516
Loma Linda, CA 92354

Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD is a rheumatologist in Loma Linda, CA specializing in adult rheumatology. Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD is affiliated with Providence, St. Joseph Heritage Medical Group, Providence Medical Foundation and St. Joseph Hospital (Orange).

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Office Locations

11234 Anderson Street Suite 1516
Loma Linda, CA 92354
(909) 558-4909
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2501 East Chapman Avenue Suite 301
Orange, CA 92869
(714) 628-3230
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Some issues Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD can help you with:

Joint Injections

A joint is any area of the body where two bones connect. Due to injury or disease, the space between the two bones can sometimes become swollen and inflamed, which leads to pain and a loss of mobility. Injection and aspiration are two tools that physicians use to treat joint pain locally without needing to perform surgery.

Both injection and aspiration are techniques that involve inserting a needle connected to a syringe directly into the joint. Aspiration involves the removal of excess fluid, and injection is the placement of medication directly into the joint space via the needle. Both procedures may be performed at the same time. In both cases a local anesthetic may be used, the skin will be cleaned and disinfected, and then the needle will be inserted. In some cases, especially if the injection or aspiration is in a large and deep joint such as the hip or spine, ultrasound may be used to guide the needle to the exact location desired.

In some cases, irritation to the joint can cause fluid to build up so significantly that the joint hurts and can no longer move well. Aspiration removes some of the excess fluid and relieves the pressure. In addition, aspiration can be used to provide a sample of joint fluid if it needs to be examined microscopically for the presence of white blood cells, bacteria, or crystal formations.

Certain injuries and diseases that affect joints are inflammatory in nature, such as rheumatoid arthritis, tendonitis or gout. These diseases may be helped by the local injection of anti-inflammatory medications directly into the affected joint. In this case, corticosteroids such as methylprednisone are usually used. Relief from the pain may be felt right away and may last for weeks or even months.

In some cases, such as with osteoarthritis, the cartilage buffer between the two bones wears down and pain comes from bones rubbing against each other. In this case, injection of a lubricating agent such as hyaluronic acid may be beneficial. It provides a slippery cushion between the bones to relieve pain that can last for months.

Lung Issues

Every cell in the body requires oxygen to function and produces carbon dioxide as a waste product. In order to keep the body's tissues constantly supplied with fresh oxygen and to keep waste from building up, the lungs pump air in and out, even while sleeping or unaware. Unfortunately, diseases and disorders affecting the lungs are some of the most common medical problems afflicting people around the world. Some of the most common lung problems include asthma, COPD, pneumonia, and lung cancer.

Asthma is a chronic disease where swollen, inflamed airways make it hard to breathe. It is often brought on by specific triggers. While asthma is a common condition, affecting millions of people, it can also be serious and even fatal in severe cases. Treatment involves avoiding triggers and using inhaled corticosteroid medications.

COPD, or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, is the name given to two illnesses that both cause difficulty breathing: emphysema and chronic bronchitis. In emphysema, the air sacs of the lungs become damaged, while with bronchitis they become clogged with mucus. COPD is the fourth leading cause of death in the United States. It is almost always caused by breathing irritants into the lungs, such as smoking or heavy pollution.

Pneumonia is a lung infection that can be caused by bacteria, a virus, or fungi. Most healthy people recover from pneumonia in a week or two, but for some people pneumonia can be fatal. There are treatments available for pneumonia, but the best treatment is to prevent getting sick in the first place. People who are at risk should make sure they get a flu shot every year. There is also a vaccine available for the type of bacteria that causes pneumonia.

Lung cancer occurs when abnormal cells inside the lung grow into a tumor, destroying healthy tissue. Because it is so difficult to detect lung cancer in early stages when it has few symptoms, it is the deadliest form of cancer, responsible for the most cancer deaths both in the U.S. and worldwide. Most lung cancer is caused by exposure to tobacco smoke, but between 10-15% of cases are not linked to smoking.

Some problems with the lungs are minor and are not cause for concern. However if symptoms have lasted for a month or more, even if they are minor, it is worth checking with a healthcare professional. A cough, shortness of breath, or excess mucus production that lingers for weeks are all worth getting looked at.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD in 2024

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 25%

By Affordability:

musculoskeletal imaging
X-rays

In 2012, Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD had a list price for musculoskeletal imaging, and X-rays that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of providers in related specialties within California. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD treated as a rheumatologist in Loma Linda, CA during 2012 were aspiration and injections.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration 19
doctor visit 182
injections 19

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD treated as a rheumatologist in Loma Linda, CA during 2013 were aspiration and injections.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration 39
doctor visit 247
injections 39

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD.

Gender
Male 58
Female 111
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 109
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 67
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 64

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD in 2013

Hypertension 72
High Cholesterol 55
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 36
Depression 37
Chronic Kidney Disease 29
Asthma 12
Osteoperosis 13
Atrial Fibrilation 11
Heart Failure 26
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 12
Diabetes 32
Dementia 0
Cancer 9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD treated as a rheumatologist in Loma Linda, CA during 2014 were aspiration and injections.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration 15
doctor visit 165
injections 15

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD.

Gender
Male 34
Female 106
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 99
Black 30
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 54
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 51

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD in 2014

Hypertension 68
High Cholesterol 47
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 34
Depression 32
Chronic Kidney Disease 24
Asthma 16
Osteoperosis 11
Atrial Fibrilation 14
Heart Failure 23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 19
Diabetes 29
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD treated as a rheumatologist in Loma Linda, CA during 2015 were aspiration and injections.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration 36
doctor visit 510
injections 36

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD.

Gender
Male 136
Female 454
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 420
Black 50
Hispanic 66
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 270
From 75 to 84 148
85 and over 38
Less than 65 134

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD in 2015

Hypertension 57
High Cholesterol 42
Stroke 4
Ischemic Heart Disease 23
Depression 30
Chronic Kidney Disease 24
Asthma 14
Osteoperosis 19
Atrial Fibrilation 5
Heart Failure 17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 12
Diabetes 23
Dementia 0
Cancer 7

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD treated as a rheumatologist in Loma Linda, CA during 2016 were aspiration and injections.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration 42
doctor visit 691
injections 42

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD.

Gender
Male 84
Female 271
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 260
Black 29
Hispanic 35
Asian 18
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 152
From 75 to 84 94
85 and over 18
Less than 65 91

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD in 2016

Hypertension 57
High Cholesterol 40
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 23
Depression 27
Chronic Kidney Disease 32
Asthma 17
Osteoperosis 15
Atrial Fibrilation 7
Heart Failure 15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 14
Diabetes 21
Dementia 3
Cancer 8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 544

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD.

Gender
Male 102
Female 337
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 271
Black 47
Hispanic 84
Asian 22
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 175
From 75 to 84 103
85 and over 29
Less than 65 132

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD in 2017

Hypertension 59
High Cholesterol 36
Stroke 4
Ischemic Heart Disease 26
Depression 28
Chronic Kidney Disease 34
Asthma 13
Osteoperosis 31
Atrial Fibrilation 7
Heart Failure 19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 15
Diabetes 23
Dementia 7
Cancer 8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD treated as a rheumatologist in Loma Linda, CA during 2018 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 377
hospital care 37
inpatient care 37

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD.

Gender
Male 42
Female 184
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 122
Black 33
Hispanic 50
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 85
From 75 to 84 57
85 and over 17
Less than 65 67

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD in 2018

Hypertension 69
High Cholesterol 45
Stroke 7
Ischemic Heart Disease 33
Depression 30
Chronic Kidney Disease 36
Asthma 18
Osteoperosis 42
Atrial Fibrilation 7
Heart Failure 22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 16
Diabetes 30
Dementia 11
Cancer 12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD treated as a rheumatologist in Loma Linda, CA during 2019 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 393
hospital care 58
inpatient care 58

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD.

Gender
Male 57
Female 202
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 132
Black 35
Hispanic 64
Asian 14
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 94
From 75 to 84 77
85 and over 16
Less than 65 72

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD in 2019

Hypertension 69
High Cholesterol 44
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 34
Depression 25
Chronic Kidney Disease 37
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 42
Atrial Fibrilation 6
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 17
Diabetes 36
Dementia 0
Cancer 8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 249

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD.

Gender
Male 63
Female 184
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 121
Black 32
Hispanic 67
Asian 16
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 90
From 75 to 84 80
85 and over 19
Less than 65 58

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD in 2020

Hypertension 68
High Cholesterol 45
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 38
Depression 27
Chronic Kidney Disease 44
Asthma 15
Osteoperosis 36
Atrial Fibrilation 7
Heart Failure 34
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 15
Diabetes 38
Dementia 13
Cancer 9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD treated as a rheumatologist in Loma Linda, CA during 2021 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 213
hospital care 69
inpatient care 69

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD.

Gender
Male 51
Female 152
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 109
Black 21
Hispanic 47
Asian 13
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 80
From 75 to 84 68
85 and over 15
Less than 65 40

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD in 2021

Hypertension 72
High Cholesterol 50
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 31
Depression 30
Chronic Kidney Disease 44
Asthma 16
Osteoperosis 39
Atrial Fibrilation 10
Heart Failure 33
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 16
Diabetes 35
Dementia 17
Cancer 11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD treated as a rheumatologist in Loma Linda, CA during 2022 were hospital care, inpatient care, minimally invasive procedures and chemotherapy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD for Medicare patients.

biological response modifier (BRM) therapy 36
chemotherapy 36
doctor visit 132
hospital care 102
inpatient care 102
minimally invasive procedures 69

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD.

Gender
Male 39
Female 134
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 85
Black 16
Hispanic 54
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 57
From 75 to 84 50
85 and over 20
Less than 65 46

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD in 2022

Hypertension 68
High Cholesterol 61
Stroke 12
Ischemic Heart Disease 23
Depression 28
Chronic Kidney Disease 34
Asthma 17
Osteoperosis 54
Atrial Fibrilation 16
Heart Failure 27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 20
Diabetes 34
Dementia 10
Cancer 17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD treated as a rheumatologist in Loma Linda, CA during 2023 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 161
hospital care 11
inpatient care 11

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD.

Gender
Male 36
Female 114
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 83
Black 15
Hispanic 34
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 49
From 75 to 84 48
85 and over 20
Less than 65 33

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD in 2023

Hypertension 73
High Cholesterol 61
Stroke 9
Ischemic Heart Disease 19
Depression 23
Chronic Kidney Disease 32
Asthma 12
Osteoperosis 59
Atrial Fibrilation 10
Heart Failure 21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 11
Diabetes 31
Dementia 11
Cancer 15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2024 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD treated as a rheumatologist in Loma Linda, CA during 2024 were X-rays and musculoskeletal imaging.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 218
musculoskeletal imaging 42
X-rays 42

2024 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD.

Gender
Male 22
Female 66
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 56
Black 0
Hispanic 12
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 42
From 75 to 84 33
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD in 2024

Hypertension 63
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 18
Depression 22
Chronic Kidney Disease 20
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 58
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 15
Diabetes 20
Dementia 0
Cancer 18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2024

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD treated as a rheumatologist in Loma Linda, CA were minimally invasive procedures, hospital care, inpatient care and X-rays.

aspiration 30
biological response modifier (BRM) therapy 36
chemotherapy 36
doctor visit 314
hospital care 55
injections 30
inpatient care 55
minimally invasive procedures 69
musculoskeletal imaging 42
X-rays 42

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2024

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD.

Gender
Male 55
Female 178
Ethnicity
Black / African American 23
Asian / Pacific Islander 6
Non-Hispanic White 143
Native American / Alaskan Native 0
Hispanic 39
Other 0
Age
75 to 84 58
85 and over 14
Less than 65 60
65 to 74 93

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD From 2012 - 2024

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, osteoperosis and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 61
High Cholesterol 46
Stroke 3
Ischemic Heart Disease 26
Depression 26
Chronic Kidney Disease 30
Asthma 11
Osteoporosis 32
Heart Failure 19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 14
Diabetes 27
Atrial Fibrillation 7
Dementia 5
Cancer 9

Education & Training

She is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, Rheumatology and has a state license in Ohio.

Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine, Rheumatology

Licensed In: Ohio

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Aetna PPO, Aetna HMO, CIGNA PPO, CIGNA HMO, Blue Shield of California, MultiPlan PPO, Medicare Advantage, HealthSmart, Interplan PPO, TriWest, Anthem Blue Cross HMO, Anthem Blue Cross PPO, Health Net PPO, Health Net HMO, Anthem, Coventry PPO, United Healthcare PPO, Providence, United Healthcare HMO, US Family Health Plan, Aetna Medicare PPO and CoventryFirst Health PPO.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Aetna PPO
Aetna HMO
CIGNA PPO
CIGNA HMO
Blue Shield of California
MultiPlan PPO
Medicare Advantage
HealthSmart
Interplan PPO
TriWest
Anthem Blue Cross HMO
Anthem Blue Cross PPO
Health Net PPO
Health Net HMO
Anthem
Coventry PPO
United Healthcare PPO
Providence
United Healthcare HMO
US Family Health Plan
Aetna Medicare PPO
CoventryFirst Health PPO

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.76 out of 5 stars based on 576 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Loma Linda, CA. 

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
Amgen Inc. $77,503 Tavneos
$49,695 		UPLIZNA
$16,104 		Enbrel
$457 		Otezla
$308 		EVENITY
$206 		Other
$10,733
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. $44,338 NUCALA
$32,836 		BENLYSTA
$11,083
$418
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP $6,573 FASENRA
$6,174 		SAPHNELO
$368
$30
AbbVie Inc. $2,182 Rinvoq
$1,201 		Skyrizi
$875 		Humira
$21
$85
UCB, Inc. $1,687 Cimzia
$283 		Bimzelx
$109
$1,295
Other $6,032 Tremfya
$652 		COSENTYX
$437 		LUPKYNIS
$406 		XELJANZ
$396 		ACTHAR
$389 		Other
$3,752
Types of Payments
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program $86,761
Consulting Fee $30,633
Food and Beverage $12,610
Travel and Lodging $7,420
Honoraria $825
Other $65

Research Payments

Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati, MD has received 20 research payments totaling $84,793.

Biography

Dr. Mehrnaz Hojjati is a specialist in adult rheumatology. She works in Loma Linda, CA and Orange, CA. She is rated 5.0 stars (out of 5) by her patients. Her clinical interests include psoriatic arthritis, polymyositis, and dermatomyositis. Dr. Hojjati is professionally affiliated with St. Joseph Heritage Medical Group. She appears to be in-network for Anthem, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, and HealthSmart, in addition to other insurance carriers. Dr. Hojjati welcomes new patients at her office inOrange, CA as reported by Providence Medical Foundation. She speaks Persian.

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