Meet Our Team

Rod moved to the East Coast in 2011. Originally from Ventura, California, he managed a private practice in the West Los Angeles/Beverly Hills area of Southern California. A graduate of Western Illinois University, he has been active in the dental field since 1991, attending many courses and lectures, including courses from the Northern Virginia Dental Society and The Stewart Center for Occlusal Studies in Texas.

In his off time, he enjoys visiting with friends and family. He and his wife, along with their two dogs and cat, now live in Charles Town, West Virginia, where they enjoy the quiet country life.

Suzanne graduated with a degree in biology at Denison University in Granville, Ohio, and joined us in 2021. She is an essential part of maintaining our office’s efficiency. She enjoys the camaraderie and teamwork and the fun we all have in and outside of the office.

Suzanne is the proud mother of two adult children who live on the West Coast. Away from work, she embraces the outdoors. Transitioning from a long-distance runner to a national champion road cyclist, Suzanne is an endurance athlete who cherishes a healthy lifestyle, exploring new ways to stay active and energized.

Colleen graduated with an associate degree in applied health science of dental hygiene from Northampton Community College in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, in 1994. She joined us in October 2004 and is about to hit her 30-year mark as a practicing dental hygienist this Spring and feels so blessed to have spent almost 20 years of those years here at Falls Church Comprehensive Dentistry. She enjoys everything about our office, from her awesome employer to her very helpful and knowledgeable teammates, to the patients that feel like friends after all the years she has seen them. She contributes to the success of our office by assessing any changes or issues patients may be having with their oral health, making sure the doctors have all the information they need to make a diagnosis, as well as educating patients on their oral health status and encouraging any positive changes they may need to implicate.

After working with Dr. Rowhani and Dr. Hauptman for so long, Colleen feels like she knows their philosophy and approach to treatment, which helps her explain treatment procedures and answer any questions patients may have. She is very proud to be a part of their team.

Colleen has been married to her husband, Gino, for 20 years and says she got lucky because aside from being a great husband, Gino, is also a great cook. Together, they have two teenage children and a crazy Shih-Poo named Phelps. Colleen loves being with family and spends most if not all her time with them. They love the outdoors and going “home” to Pennsylvania to be with the rest of the family to go hiking, camping and fishing. Otherwise, she stays busy cheering on her kiddos in their sports whether it is swimming, field hockey or basketball.

Chris graduated with a Bachelor of Science from the University of Maryland at Baltimore Dental School in 1996. She joined us in 2008 and brings a big smile and lively and bubbly personality to work every day. She appreciates how everyone here takes care of each other like family, bringing a true sense of camaraderie and making “work” not feel like work.

Chris has been married for 23 years to her husband, Thomas, who is a retired Marine Corps Officer. They have four awesome kids who like to keep her on her toes. She enjoys baking, traveling, photography and fitness and nutrition.

Parisa graduated with a Bachelor of Science in biology and minor in business and chemistry from Viriginia Commonwealth University in 2010, and later went on to receive a Bachelor of Science in dental hygiene from Medical College of Virginia where she garnered the VCU MCV AA scholarship for outstanding service to the community and university. She also made the Dean’s list and received recognition of academic excellence for leadership.

Parisa knew becoming a dental hygiene was the right career pathway for her after receiving much experience and praise from her first visit with her dental hygienist. She joined our practice in 2018 and does a wonderful job stressing the importance of patient education and providing gentle and thorough whole-body care, treating patients as a whole. She enjoys working as a team and appreciates the given tools and freedom to do her job properly as well as the appreciation shown to our new staff and long-standing patients.

Parisa is bilingual in English and Laotian. When she is not caring for patients, she is often donating her time and volunteering at several Mission of Mery projects and the VCU Jamica Projection. She is also a state record holder for power lifting and enjoys tennis, pickleball, cooking and baking cosmetic formulations.

Michelle joined us in 2019 and takes pride in the patient care she provides by ensuring every appointment is a comfortable one. She has multiple skills and can often be found providing support in all areas of the practice. She values the kindness and respect shown by each team member, making every day at work a genuinely enjoyable experience.

When she is not at the office, Michelle spends time with her three cats, which she adores. She loves going out to eat or enjoying a coffee at a cozy café or bakery. With a love for trying new foods, especially sweets, Michelle is always on the lookout for new food and restaurants, especially if it is a bakery or patisserie.

Manisha joined Falls Church Comprehensive Dentistry in 2021 and quickly became a key part of our team. Whether she is keeping our workspace tidy, making patients feel at ease or helping our doctors with procedures, her efforts make our office a better place. She loves contributing to our patients’ health and enjoys the family-like atmosphere of our team. We support each other through thick and thin and celebrate our victories together, creating a positive environment for everyone. Manisha always aims to ensure that everyone leaves our office with a smile.

She is thankful for the unwavering support of her husband, parents, brother and sister-in-law, who are her personal cheer squad, keeping her motivated and grounded. Manisha is also a devoted cat mom to her beloved Misty.

In her leisure time, Manisha loves to hike, paint and play the guitar. These activities provide her with a balanced life, enabling her to excel at work every day.