Samina Afreen, MD | Charlottesville, VA | Endocrinologist

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Dr. Samina Afreen is an endocrinologist who specializes in diabetes and metabolism disorders. She earned her medical degree from Calcutta National Medical College at West Bengal University of Health Sciences and completed her residency at Howard University Hospital in 2017. Dr. Afreen further advanced her expertise through a fellowship at UPMC-University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in 2019, bringing 17 years of medical experience to her practice. She is fluent in Bengali, English, Hindi, and Urdu.

Dr. Afreen practices at multiple locations throughout Virginia, including the UVA Health Diabetes Education and Management Program and UVA Health University Medical Center in Charlottesville, as well as UVA Health Specialty and Same Day Care in Culpeper. She maintains an affiliation with Howard University Hospital and focuses on treating conditions such as osteoporosis, juvenile osteoporosis, and type 2 diabetes. Her expertise includes continuous glucose monitoring and virtual care …services, and she also provides flu vaccinations. Patients consistently rate Dr. Afreen highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0.

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accepting new patients
5

27 Ratings
17 years of experience
39 insurance plans accepted
speaks Bengali, English, Hindi, Urdu
UPMC-University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
27 written reviews
1 award
1 specialty
6 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
3 office locations
Female

Patients consistently praise Dr. Samina Afreen for her thoroughness, knowledge, and ability to listen to and address their concerns effectively. They appreciate her clear explanations, calming demeanor, and the personalized care she provides, which often leads them to recommend her to others. Although all the reviews are positive, they reveal common themes of patients feeling supported, well-informed, and confident in the care they receive from her. No negative reviews were present in the dataset to analyze.

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Dr. Afreen provides excellent care. She listens to my concerns and addresses every question I asked. She Is very caring and supportive. I will recommend this provider in a breeze. The staff in this facility are friendly and ready to help.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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Staff was courteous

June 18th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Dr Afreen was great! I felt very confident in her attention to my concerns. I am very happy she is one of my physicians.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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Staff was courteous

April 30th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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All good

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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April 23rd, 2026 | Source: Partner

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I am glad to have found Dr. Afreen and her staff!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling
Saw me in a timely manner
Staff was courteous

April 19th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Afreen is kind, considerate, always has my best interest in mind. She gives clear instructions and does not rush through my appointment.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling
Saw me in a timely manner
Staff was courteous

March 28th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Excellent Doctor

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
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Saw me in a timely manner
Staff was courteous

February 4th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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I already recommended her to a colleague who needs endocrinologist

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
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Flexible scheduling
Saw me in a timely manner
Staff was courteous

December 18th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Dr Afreen is very approachable and gives great explanations

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
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Saw me in a timely manner
Staff was courteous

July 30th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Thorough; really listened to my questions & concerns; took time to explain well and consider her recommendations.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling
Saw me in a timely manner
Staff was courteous

July 18th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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She was very concerned and provided me with much needed information

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling
Saw me in a timely manner
Staff was courteous

July 8th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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UVA Health Diabetes Education and Management Program

415 Ray C Hunt Dr Ste 2100Charlottesville, VA 22903

Tel: (434) 243-4620

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

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UVA Health University Medical Center

1215 Lee StCharlottesville, VA 22908

Tel: (434) 924-3627

Mon12:01 am - 11:59 pm

Tue12:01 am - 11:59 pm

Wed12:01 am - 11:59 pm

Thu12:01 am - 11:59 pm

Fri12:01 am - 11:59 pm

Sat12:01 am - 11:59 pm

Sun12:01 am - 11:59 pm

UVA Health Specialty and Same Day Care Culpeper

1200 Sunset Ln Ste 2210Culpeper, VA 22701

Tel: (540) 825-6100

Mon8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 8:00 pm

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Samina Afreen, MD	Dr. Peggy Nana Ama Amoakohene, MD	Dr. Kehinde Folawewo, MD	Dr. Susan K Blank, MD
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism	Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism	Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism	Internal Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
5 (27 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	5 (2 Ratings)	4.7 (3 Ratings)
17 Years of Experience	15 Years of Experience	15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Bengali, English, Hindi, Urdu	Speaks English, Twi, French	Speaks English
Charlottesville , VA	Falls Church , VA	Oxon Hill , MD	Charlottesville , VA
Med School: Calcutta National Medical College West Bengal University of Health Sciences	Med School: Meharry Medical College	Med School: Obafemi Awolowo College Of Health Sciences Olabisi Onabanjo University
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

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Samina Afreen holds an expired medical license in the state of Virginia.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Virginia that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at UPMC-University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in 2019.

Residency

Completed their residency at Howard University Hospital in 2017.

Medical School

Graduated from Calcutta National Medical College West Bengal University of Health Sciences in 2009.

NPI Number

Samina Afreen's NPI number is 1407274418.

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Where is Samina Afreen's office located?: Samina Afreen's office is located at 415 Ray C Hunt Dr Ste 2100, Charlottesville, VA, 22903.
What languages does Samina Afreen speak?: Samina Afreen speaks Bengali, English, Hindi, and Urdu.
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