Dr. Hamid Jafarzadeh Bakooei, a resident in the endodontics advanced education program at the West Virginia University School of Dentistry, has been inducted into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and one of the most selective all-discipline honor societies.
Founded in 1897, Phi Kappa Phi recognizes exceptional academic achievement across all fields of study. Membership is highly selective and by invitation only, extended to undergraduate, graduate, and professional students who rank within the top 10% based on academic performance and to faculty and staff who have demonstrated scholarly distinction.
Dr. Jafarzadeh Bakooei was invited to join the 2026 induction class in recognition of his outstanding scholastic achievements throughout his postdoctoral training at WVU, including the American Association of Endodontists Paper of the Year Award for Clinical Research in 2025.
A formal recognition banquet and initiation ceremony for new members took place on April 25 in Morgantown and featured remarks by WVU President Michael T. Benson.
Membership in Phi Kappa Phi is recognized as a distinction of academic achievement and provides access to a range of scholarships, grants, and professional development opportunities. The society awards more than $1 million annually to support education, research, and community initiatives that further members' academic goals and career development.
The advanced education program in endodontics at the WVU School of Dentistry provides the education and training necessary for graduate dentists for specialty clinical practice, teaching, and research. To learn more, visit dentistry.wvu.edu/students/master-of-science/endodontics.
Photo at Top: Dr. Hamid Jafarzadeh Bakooei (left) receives a certificate of inducation into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi. (submitted photo)
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