Summary

Dr. Getachew Afre is an internal medicine physician who earned his medical degree from Addis Ababa University Faculty of Medicine before completing his residency at Howard University Hospital. With 46 years of medical experience, he brings extensive knowledge to the care of patients with complex internal medicine conditions. Dr. Afre practices with fluency in English.

He maintains his hospital affiliation with Howard University Hospital and sees patients in Washington, DC. Dr. Afre focuses on managing serious kidney conditions, including advanced chronic kidney disease and stage 5 kidney disease. He also provides comprehensive care for patients with type 2 diabetes and performs dialysis procedures. His practice includes chronic wound care and surgical nail removal when needed. Patients have given Dr. Afre an average rating of 3.5.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.5
  • 46 years of experience
  • 25 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Howard University Hospital
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Getachew Mebrate Afre has 2 locations

Nile Healthcare Of Dc

6323 Georgia Ave NW Ste 104Washington, DC 20011
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Getachew Afre Md

6323 Georgia Ave NW Ste 106BWashington, DC 20011

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Getachew Mebrate Afre

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Avesis
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare
  • DC Medicaid - Medicaid
  • DC Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MedStar Family Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • United Behavioral Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Getachew Mebrate Afre has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Getachew Mebrate Afre has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Howard University Hospital

Medical School

Addis Ababa University Faculty Of MedicineGraduated in 1980

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Which hospitals is Dr. Getachew Afre affiliated with?
Dr. Getachew Afre is affiliated with Howard University Hospital.
What languages does Dr. Getachew Afre speak?
Dr. Getachew Afre speaks English.
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