OUR Board of Trustees

Dr. Iram Nasir

Assistant Professor, Georgia School of Orthodontics; GSO Alumna

Dr. Iram Nasir is an orthodontist, educator, and dedicated healthcare professional. She brings a strong combination of clinical expertise, academic experience, leadership, and commitment to advancing the dental profession.

Dr. Nasir began her dental education in India, earning her Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) from Government Dental College and continuing her academic journey at Mahatma Gandhi University of Medical Sciences and Technology. She later pursued her advanced dental education in the United States and graduated from New York University College of Dentistry.

She subsequently pursued specialty training in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics Residency at the Georgia School of Orthodontics, where she received advanced training in contemporary orthodontic treatment and comprehensive dentofacial care. Her dedication to clinical excellence and leadership was recognized through her role as Chief Resident for 2026.

Dr. Nasir is also passionate about education and mentorship. In 2025, she served as a Teaching Assistant, contributing to the education and development of dental residents and supporting the next generation of dental professionals.

Dr. Nasir currently practices Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics in Chicago, Illinois. Through her clinical practice, teaching, and service as a Board of Trustees member, she is committed to fostering professional excellence, supporting education and mentorship, and contributing to the continued growth and advancement of the dental profession.

  • Hometown: INDIA
  • Graduate Year: 2023
  • Education Dental: NYU College of Dentistry
  • Undergraduate: Mahatma Gandhi University
  • Hobbies: Exploring places, watching movies

Mauricio Gonzalez, Ph.D.

Chairman, GSO Board of Trustees; Former VP, Student Affairs & Prof. Emeritus, College of Ed. & HR, UNF

Christopher Lazzara

President, Georgia School of Orthodontics
CEO, MountainStar Partners

The Honorable Casey Cagle

Former Lieutenant Governor of Georgia

Nathaniel Glover, Jr., Hon. LL.D.

Trustee Emeritus, GSO; President Emeritus, Edwards Waters College; Former Sheriff of Jacksonville

Kellyn Hodges, D.M.D., M.S.

Founder & Owner Kellyn Hodges Orthodontics

Nizar Kifaieh, M.D.

President & CEO, Hudson Regional Health

Brenda Kitchens, R.D.H.

President, B.K. Dental Line Solutions, Inc.

Randy Kluender, D.D.S., M.S.

Sr. Advisor to the President and Former President of GSO, Former Assoc. Dean & Director., University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine

Dr. Gasper Lazzara

Assistant Professor, Georgia School of Orthodontics

Carol Lynch, CPA

Managing Director, MountainStar Partners

John E. Maupin, Jr., D.D.S., M.S.

Sr. Advisor, CINQCARE, Inc.; Former President, Morehouse School of Medicine & Meharry Medical College

Dr. Iram Nasir

Assistant Professor, Georgia School of Orthodontics; GSO Alumna

Dave S. Sargent, M.D.

Assistant Professor of Radiology, Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth

Nandakumar Janakiraman, B.D.S., M.D.S.

Ex-Officio Member, Georgia School of Orthodontics,
Dean, Chief Academic Officer, and Professor

Hannah Hale

Ex-Officio Member, Georgia School of Orthodontics,
General Counsel, Executive Vice President

Emily Coutouné

Board Liaison,
Director of Strategic Initiatives Special Projects Manager, Office of the CEO at MountainStar Partners