Mehrnaz Izadnegahdar (Dr Izad) graduated from UBC dental school in 2002 and practiced for 6 years full time in Chilliwack with her husband, Dr Hehn before taking time off to have a baby and spend some time with him. She loves dentistry and is very fond of working with children. She is very gentle and patient. She has joined the office part time due to her desire to also stay home with her son Leon.

When not at work, she can be seen with Leon, at the pool, swimming lessons, or music lessons. Her hobbies include hiking, skiing and snowshoeing and spending time with friends and family.