Summary

Dr. Aster Assefa is a family medicine physician with over four decades of experience caring for patients of all ages. She earned her medical degree from Martin-Luther-Universitaet Halle-Wittenberg Medizinische Fakultaet and completed her residency training at McKeesport Hospital. With 42 years in practice, Dr. Assefa has developed extensive expertise in comprehensive family care. She is fluent in English.

Dr. Assefa practices at Independence Health System locations in Latrobe and Mount Pleasant, Pennsylvania. She specializes in managing common health conditions including high blood pressure and high cholesterol in both children and teenagers. Her practice emphasizes preventive care through services like flu vaccinations and wellness programs that incorporate physical therapy and strength training. Patients have given Dr. Assefa an average rating of 4.0 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • 4
  • 42 years of experience
  • 40 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Mc Keesport Hospital
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Aster Assefa has 2 locations

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42 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English
Latrobe , PAMission , TXOrlando , FLHouston , TX
Med School: Martin-Luther-Universitaet Halle-Wittenberg Medizinische Fakultaet Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Aster Assefa

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Allwell - HMO
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - HMO
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • Gateway Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Highmark Blue Shield
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • National Vision Administrators
  • Priority Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • UPMC Health Plan - HMO
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Aster Assefa has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Aster Assefa has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Mc Keesport Hospital

Medical School

Martin-Luther-Universitaet Halle-Wittenberg Medizinische FakultaetGraduated in 1984

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Aster Assefa speak?
Dr. Aster Assefa speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Aster Assefa?
You can find contact information for Dr. Aster Assefa here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Aster Assefa accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Aster Assefa has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Aster Assefa's office located?
Dr. Aster Assefa's office is located at 1 Mellon Way, Latrobe, PA, 15650.
Does Dr. Aster Assefa accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Aster Assefa accepts on their Vitals profile.

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