Dr. David Tabaroki did not follow an easy path. His career reflects discipline, long-term focus, and steady execution. Today, he is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon based in Forest Hills, New York, and the owner of three practices. But his story starts much earlier, and much farther away.<\/p>\n
His rise was shaped by education, training, and a clear view of what it takes to build something that lasts.<\/p>\n
From Tehran to New York: Early Foundations<\/strong><\/p>\n Dr. Tabaroki was born in Tehran, Iran. At age 12, he immigrated to New York with his family. The transition was not simple. New language. New culture. New expectations.<\/p>\n \u201cI learned early that effort mattered more than comfort,\u201d he says. \u201cYou adjust, or you fall behind.\u201d<\/p>\n That mindset stayed with him through school. He earned a full scholarship to Yeshiva University. He later attended New York University on a full scholarship as well. At NYU, he graduated in the top 5 percent of his class and earned honors and Dean\u2019s List recognition.<\/p>\n \u201cI treated school like a job,\u201d he says. \u201cYou show up prepared every day.\u201d<\/p>\n Advanced Training in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery<\/strong><\/p>\n After dental school, Dr. Tabaroki entered a four-year oral and maxillofacial surgery residency at Montefiore University Hospital. The program is considered one of the strongest in the country.<\/p>\n Residency was demanding. Long hours. High standards. Constant pressure.<\/p>\n \u201cThat training teaches you how to think under stress,\u201d he says. \u201cYou learn how to make decisions when there is no margin for error.\u201d<\/p>\n The experience shaped how he approaches surgery and leadership. Precision. Preparation. Accountability.<\/p>\n Opening Queens Blvd Oral Surgery<\/strong><\/p>\n Twenty years ago, Dr. Tabaroki opened Queens Blvd Oral Surgery. At the time, he focused on one thing: delivering consistent surgical care.<\/p>\n \u201cI wasn\u2019t thinking about growth,\u201d he says. \u201cI was thinking about doing the work the right way.\u201d<\/p>\n Early years were hands-on. He managed patients, staff, and operations himself. Over time, the practice built a reputation through outcomes and referrals.<\/p>\n That foundation allowed expansion later without changing standards.<\/p>\n Growing a Multi-Practice Operation<\/strong><\/p>\n Today, Dr. Tabaroki owns and operates three practices. Queens Blvd Oral Surgery. Jamaica Estates Oral Surgery. Gramercy Dental Group.<\/p>\n Each location follows the same core structure. Clear processes. Skilled teams. Focused care.<\/p>\n \u201cSystems matter,\u201d he says. \u201cThey protect quality as you grow.\u201d<\/p>\n He remains involved in clinical decision-making while overseeing operations. That balance is intentional.<\/p>\n \u201cYou cannot lead a medical business from spreadsheets alone,\u201d he explains. \u201cYou need to stay close to patients and staff.\u201d<\/p>\n Leadership in a Technical Field<\/strong><\/p>\n Oral and maxillofacial surgery blends medicine, dentistry, and technology. Dr. Tabaroki stays current by treating learning as ongoing work.<\/p>\n \u201cMedicine does not stand still,\u201d he says. \u201cIf you do, you fall behind.\u201d<\/p>\n He is open to new tools and techniques but cautious about trends. Adoption follows evidence and training, not marketing.<\/p>\n Technology supports outcomes. It does not replace judgment.<\/p>\n Building Trust Over Time<\/strong><\/p>\n Dr. Tabaroki believes trust is built slowly. Through consistency. Through follow-through.<\/p>\n \u201cPatients remember how you treat them when they are anxious,\u201d he says. \u201cThat matters more than anything else.\u201d<\/p>\n He applies the same principle internally. Clear expectations. Direct communication. Respect for time and effort.<\/p>\n Leadership, in his view, is operational. Not theoretical.<\/p>\n Life Outside the Practice<\/strong><\/p>\n Dr. Tabaroki lives on Long Island with his wife and five children. Family life keeps perspective.<\/p>\n \u201cMy schedule is demanding,\u201d he says. \u201cBut family keeps you grounded.\u201d<\/p>\n Outside of work, he follows New York sports closely. The Giants. The Knicks. The Yankees.<\/p>\n Sports, he says, reinforce lessons about preparation and resilience.<\/p>\n \u201cYou don\u2019t win every game,\u201d he says. \u201cYou focus on the process.\u201d<\/p>\n A Career Built on Discipline<\/strong><\/p>\n Dr. David Tabaroki\u2019s career reflects long-term thinking. From immigration to education to surgical practice ownership, each step was built carefully.<\/p>\n There was no shortcut. No single turning point. Just steady work.<\/p>\n \u201cConsistency compounds,\u201d he says. \u201cPeople underestimate that.\u201d<\/p>\n His story shows how technical skill, structured thinking, and patience can shape a lasting career in healthcare. Not through promotion. Through execution.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Dr. David Tabaroki did not follow an easy path. His career reflects discipline, long-term focus, and steady execution. Today, he is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon based in Forest Hills, New York, and the owner of three practices. But his story starts much earlier, and much farther away. 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