10 Inspiring Insights into Masoud Pezeshkian: Heart Surgeon and Reformist Politician

Political Career

Minister of Health and Medical Education

From August 22, 2001, to August 24, 2005, Masoud Pezeshkian served as the Minister of Health and Medical Education under President Mohammad Khatami. During his term, he focused on improving Iran’s healthcare system and implementing reforms aimed at increasing the accessibility and quality of medical services.

Member of Parliament

Masoud Pezeshkian has been a member of the Iranian Parliament since May 27, 2008, representing Tabriz, Osku, and Azarshahr. He won his seat with a majority of 261,605 votes, accounting for 36.27% of the vote in his constituency. In the Parliament, he has served alongside Farhanghi, Alirezabeigi, Saei, Saeidi, and Bimeghdar.

First Deputy Speaker of the Parliament

From May 29, 2016, to May 26, 2020, Masoud Pezeshkian held the position of First Deputy Speaker of the Parliament. In this role, he was known for his outspoken stance on various issues, including his speech condemning violence against alleged electoral fraud in the 2009 Iranian presidential election.