Gastroenterology
Anita Afzali, MD
James F. Heady Endowed Chair and Professor of Medicine; Interim Chair, Department of Internal Medicine, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine; Physician Operations Executive, Health Systems Service Portfolio Optimization, UC Health; Secretary General, World Gastroenterology Organization
Dr. Anita Afzali is an internationally recognized board-certified gastroenterologist and physician executive specializing in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. As the James F. Heady Endowed Chair and Professor of Medicine at the University of Cincinnati, she leads system-wide clinical and operational initiatives while maintaining an active clinical practice focused on patient-centered, multidisciplinary care for IBD patients. Her clinical philosop
20+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Gastroenterology (American Board of Internal Medicine)
- Internal Medicine (American Board of Internal Medicine)
Education & Training
- University of Washington — M.D.
- University of Washington — Internal Medicine Residency
- University of Washington — Gastroenterology Fellowship
- University of Washington — Advanced IBD Fellowship
- University of Washington — Master of Public Health (MPH)
Peer Recognition
- American College of Gastroenterology — Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Award
2023
- American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) — Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Award
2023
- Crohn's & Colitis Foundation — Bing Hinton Legacy Award
2025
- Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation — Bing Hinton Legacy Award
2025
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- University of Cincinnati Medical Center
- UC Health
- UC Health System
Languages
English
Experience
20+ years in practice