Summary

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

Dr. Afreen practices at Howard University Hospital and sees patients in Charlottesville, Virginia through the UVA Health Diabetes Education and Management Program and UVA Health University Medical Center. She focuses on treating conditions such as osteoporosis, juvenile osteoporosis, and type 2 diabetes. Her expertise includes continuous glucose monitoring for diabetes management and bone density testing for osteoporosis detection. Dr. Afreen also provides virtual care options to make healthcare more accessible to her patients, and she maintains a perfect 5.0 patient rating.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 17 years of experience
  • 39 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Urdu, Bengali, Hindi, English
  • UPMC-University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
  • 17 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Samina Afreen has 2 locations

UVA Health Diabetes Education and Management Program

415 Ray C Hunt Dr Ste 2100Charlottesville, VA 22903
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

UVA Health University Medical Center

1215 Lee StCharlottesville, VA 22908
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

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Samina Afreen, MDDr. Peggy Nana Ama Amoakohene, MDDr. Kehinde Folawewo, MDPooja R Choudhari, MD
Endocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
17 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Urdu, Bengali, Hindi, English Speaks English, Twi, French Speaks English Speaks English
Charlottesville , VAFalls Church , VAOxon Hill , MDCharlottesville , 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 Med School: University of South Carolina School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Samina Afreen

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Empire Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • Highmark Blue Shield
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - PPO
  • Innovation Health
  • Magellan Health
  • Magellan Health - DSNP
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optima Health
  • Optum Health
  • Piedmont Community Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UniCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • UPMC Health Plan - HMO
  • Virginia Premier Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Samina Afreen has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Samina Afreen has the following 6 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

17 Years Experience

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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Frequently Asked Questions

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 Urdu, Bengali, Hindi, and English.
How can I make an appointment with Samina Afreen?
You can find contact information for Samina Afreen here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Samina Afreen affiliated with?
Samina Afreen is affiliated with Howard University Hospital.
Does Samina Afreen accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Samina Afreen accepts on their Vitals profile.

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