Career
Serving Humanity—
As a Surgeon and Soldier
A career rooted in the service of others, combining the art of healing with the honor of duty
Professional Overview
EDUCATION - Credentials, Certifications & Licensures:
- Postgraduate Fellowships in Surgery
- Royal College of Surgeons, Ireland. (FRCSI)
- American College of Surgeons. (FACS)
Professional Overview
CIVIL EDUCATION
Credentials, Certifications & Licensures:
Postgraduate Fellowships in Surgery
- Royal College of Surgeons, Ireland. (FRCSI)
- American College of Surgeons. (FACS)
American Board of Surgery Certifications
- Diplomate American Board of Surgery (DABS)
- General Surgery
- Trauma /Surgical Critical Care
Military Education
Direct Commission & Leadership graduation
- US Army Medical Center of Excellence, MEDCoE – Ft. Sam – TX
- Army Medical Department (AMEDD) Direct Commission – Ft. Sill – OK
American Board of Surgery Certifications
Diplomate American Board of Surgery (DABS)
- General Surgery
- Trauma /Surgical Critical Care
Military Education
Direct Commission & Leadership graduation
- US Army Medical Center of Excellence, MEDCoE – Ft. Sam – TX
- Army Medical Department (AMEDD) Direct Commission – Ft. Sill – OK
LICENSURES
Credentialed to practice medicine by the following authorities in: NY, PA and IL.
1
New York State Education Department (NYSED), Office of the Professions
2
Illinois State Medical Board, Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
3
State Board of Medicine, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
4
Army Professional Medical Command (APMC)
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
Civilian Career
Advancing Excellence in General, Trauma and Critical Care Surgery
Dr. Zamani is a skilled trauma, acute care, and critical care surgeon committed to advancing surgical care through innovation, education, and patient advocacy. In her civilian practice, she delivers comprehensive care to patients facing life-threatening injuries and complex surgical conditions. She is deeply dedicated to mentoring healthcare providers and surgical trainees, fostering the next generation of medical professionals. Dr. Zamani’s work emphasizes improving access to high-quality healthcare, advocating for patients’ needs, and ensuring excellence in the delivery of surgical services. Her unwavering focus on education, evidence-based practice, and collaboration has made her a trusted leader in Surgery.
Military Career
Dr. Zamani serves as a commissioned officer in the United States Army Reserve, holding the rank of Major (MAJ) since September 2021. As a member of the Army Medical Corps, she combines her surgical expertise with a commitment to providing acute, trauma, and critical care in combat support field hospitals and on the far-forward resuscitative surgical fronts in both combat and noncombat zones, advancing military healthcare systems in deployed settings.
Her service in the U.S. Army has been integral to her professional journey, blending technical excellence with the values of Loyalty, Duty, Respect, Selfless Service, Honor, Integrity, and Personal Courage—integrating them into both her career and life, whether on or off duty. Dr. Zamani has excelled in demanding roles requiring expertise and an unwavering commitment to her troops, comrades, and the mission.
A dedicated veteran, Dr. Zamani has earned military awards and medals for her exceptional performance. These experiences have deeply influenced her role as a resilient surgeon, human rights advocate, and global freedom fighter.
Military Career
Dr. Zamani serves as a commissioned officer in the United States Army Reserve, holding the rank of Major (MAJ) since September 2021. As a member of the Army Medical Corps, she combines her surgical expertise with a commitment to providing acute, trauma, and critical care in combat support field hospitals and on the far-forward resuscitative surgical fronts in both combat and noncombat zones, advancing military healthcare systems in deployed settings.
Her service in the U.S. Army has been integral to her professional journey, blending technical excellence with the values of Loyalty, Duty, Respect, Selfless Service, Honor, Integrity, and Personal Courage—integrating them into both her career and life, whether on or off duty. Dr. Zamani has excelled in demanding roles requiring expertise and an unwavering commitment to her troops, comrades, and the mission.
A dedicated veteran, Dr. Zamani has earned military awards and medals for her exceptional performance. These experiences have deeply influenced her role as a resilient surgeon, human rights advocate, and global freedom fighter.
Global Health Career
Dr. Zamani has made invaluable contributions to global health engagement through her distinguished role as a Surgeon. Her efforts have had a lasting impact on underserved and remote regions, where she has introduced modern surgical practices and fostered sustainable healthcare development.
Key Contributions:
- Introduced modern surgical practices in underserved regions
- Mentored and trained local healthcare providers
- Performed complex surgeries for patients with long waiting times
- Promoted sustainable healthcare by sharing resources and training local medical professionals
- Dr. Zamani’s work exemplifies her commitment to improving healthcare access globally. By empowering medical professionals and addressing healthcare disparities, she aligns her initiatives with the goals of the U.S. Army's global health engagement and the American College of Surgeons' principles of collaboration, innovation, and education.
CIVIL RECOGNITION
Recognized by Rolling Stone and featured as the second-ranked entrepreneur on its “10 Entrepreneurs to Watch in 2024” list (November 13, 2024), for contributions to innovation and leadership.
MILITARY HONORS
- Army Commendation Medal – ARCOM – 9/5/2024
- Army Commendation Medal – ARCOM – 9/1/2024
- Army Achievement Medal – AAM – 5/9/2024
- Army Reserve Component Achievement Medal – 4/6/2024
- National Defense Service Medal – 4/6/2024
- Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal – 4/6/2024
- Global War on Terrorism Service Medal – 4/6/2024
- Armed Forces Reserve Medal W/M device – 4/6/2024
- Army Reserve Components Overseas Training Ribbon – ARCOTR – 7/12/24
- Army Service ribbon – 2022
ARCOM – 9/5/2024
Army Commendation Medal
ARCOM – 9/1/2024
Army Commendation Medal
AAM – 5/9/2024
Army Achievement Medal
4/6/2024
Army Reserve Component
Achievement Medal
4/6/2024
National Defense Service Medal
4/6/2024
Global War on Terrorism
Expeditionary Medal
4/6/2024
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
4/6/2024
Armed Forces Reserve Medal W/M device
ARCOTR – 7/12/24
Army Reserve Components
Overseas Training Ribbon
2022
Army Service ribbon
