Iran. and was then admitted to the United States as an intern in the obstetrics and gynecology department at the Greater Baltimore Medical Center from July 1. 1975. to June 30. 1976. He served his second year of internship at the Franklin Square Hospital in Baltimore. Md.. from July 7. 1976. to February 23. 1977. Dr. Shervin then left the United States and returned to Iran. He was readmitted to the United States on September 23. 1977. From July 1. 1979. to June 30. 1980. he was chief resident in obstetrics and gynecology at Maryland General Hospital. Shortly before his visa was due to expire. Dr. Shervin made arrangements to return to Iran.