**In Loving Memory Of Dr. Shokrolah Kamrava**
Dr. Shokrolah Kamrava was born in Tehran, Iran, where he spent his childhood and early years.
He lost his father at a young age, and from the age of 15 he took on responsibility to help support himself.
He began by assisting his classmates with their studies and later taught younger students , an early sign of the lifelong educator he would become.
Driven by a deep love of learning, Dr. Kamrava entered Tehran University Medical School, where he earned his Doctor of Medicine degree.
He later continued his medical education in France, specializing in pediatrics, and became a highly respected pediatric physician.
Alongside his medical career, Dr. Kamrava had a profound passion for education.
He authored several textbooks that were used in Iranian schools for many years. Among his best-known works were:
*An Arithmetic textbook taught in schools for over 30 years.
1- Hesab-e-Nastaren (Nastaran Arithmetic) in two volume.
2- Hendeseh-ye-Nastaran( Nastaran Geometry ) in one volume.
3- A chemistry solution guide written for second grade elementary classes.
*A Hebrew–Persian dictionary
*A religious studies book
He was fluent in French and Hebrew, and his scholarly work reflected both his medical knowledge and his dedication to intellectual and spiritual learning.( Nastaran Arithmetic) in two volumes.
Dr. Kamrava married Mrs. Maliheh Yashar, a well-educated and accomplished midwife.
Together, they began their medical service at Namazi Hospital in Shiraz.
Their partnership became widely known for its dedication to maternal and child health.
It is said that through their years of service, more than 10,000 children were delivered under their care.
Later, they returned to Tehran, where Dr. Kamrava first opened a private practice and then established a women’s and maternity clinic by the name of Kamrava women’s and maternity clinic.
His tireless day-and-night service earned him deep respect from patients and colleagues alike.
In the years that followed, Dr. Kamrava founded a hospital, Kamrava Hospital, and a maternity center that became known for its compassionate care and medical excellence.
Over the course of his career, he helped bring over 40,000 babies into the world and treated thousands of patients.
His contributions extended beyond medicine. He was:
*Founder and instructor of nursing classes for the Women’s Organization of Tehran
*Founder of Sheybani Elementary School in Shiraz
After the Iranian Revolution, Dr. Kamrava and his family immigrated to the United States. Even in his later years, he continued writing and reflecting.
His final book, titled “Divine Wisdom”, was written and published in Persian while he was living in America.
Dr. Shokrolah Kamrava passed away in Los Angeles, California, USA. He was laid to rest at Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
He is remembered as a devoted physician, a passionate educator, a prolific author, and a compassionate humanitarian whose life’s work touched tens of thousands of families.
His legacy lives on through his students, his readers, his patients, and the many lives he helped bring into the world.
May his memories be a blessing to all.