Overview
Henrietta Afari is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Peripartum Cardiomyopathy, Heart Failure, and COVID-19.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 11 peer reviewed articles.
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- HMO
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- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
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- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
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- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
1350 Locust St Fl 1, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
UPMC Heart And Vascular Institute
Dr. Prem Soman, MD, PhD, is a cardiologist certified in cardiovascular disease and internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is an associate professor of medicine (cardiology) and clinical and translational science at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He is director of the Cardiac Amyloidosis Center and nuclear cardiology at the UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute. Dr. Soman had his initial medical training in India, followed by a Ph.D. from the UK, residency at the Lehigh Valley Hospital, Allentown, Pa., and fellowships in cardiology and advanced cardiac imaging at the Tufts Medical Center, Boston, Mass.Dr. Soman sees patients with a variety of cardiac conditions including coronary disease, hypertension, arrhythmias, heart failure, and pericardial disease. He is a specialist in cardiac amyloidosis and nuclear cardiology, fields in which he is well-known for his research and numerous peer-reviewed publications. He has held many leadership positions in national societies including the American College of Cardiology and was President of the American Society of Nuclear Cardiology in 2018.View Dr. Soman's full list of publications from PubMed.LGBTQIA+ Affirming: This provider has completed training on how to create a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for LGBTQIA+ patients. This provider may or may not offer LGBTQIA+ specific medical or surgical care. Please ask when scheduling. Dr. Soman is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiac Amyloidosis, Transthyretin Amyloid Cardiomyopathy, Transthyretin Amyloidosis, and Primary Amyloidosis. Dr. Soman is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Soman is currently accepting new patients.
UPMC Heart And Vascular Institute (Hypertrophy Cardiomyopathy Clinic)
Timothy C. Wong, MD, is a cardiologist and is certified in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is director of the UPMC Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Center (HCM Center), associate director of the UPMC Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance Center, and an assistant professor of medicine at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He received his medical degree from New York University School of Medicine and completed his cardiovascular disease fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Dr. Wong is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), Cardiomyopathy, Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis, Heart Transplant, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Wong is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Wong is currently accepting new patients.
UPMC Heart And Vascular Institute (Congestive Heart Failure Clinic)
Dennis M. McNamara, MD, MS, is a cardiologist and is certified in both cardiovascular disease and advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is the director of the Center for Heart Failure Research at UPMC and is a professor of medicine at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He received his medical degree from Harvard Medical School and completed his residency and cardiology fellowship at the Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston.Dr. McNamara joined the UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute in 1994. His clinical interests include the management of myocarditis and other forms of cardiomyopathy, and he is known nationally and internationally for his expertise in the management of peripartum cardiomyopathy. Dr. McNamara has published more than 150 manuscripts and book chapters and is a member of the American Heart Association, the American College of Cardiology and the Heart Failure Society of America.View Dr. McNamara's full list of publications from PubMed. Dr. Mcnamara is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Peripartum Cardiomyopathy, Cardiomyopathy, Heart Failure, Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM), and Heart Transplant. Dr. Mcnamara is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Mcnamara is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Henrietta A. Afari
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Henrietta A. Afari?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Henrietta A. Afari by calling their office at 412-232-9030. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Henrietta A. Afari a top-rated expert for Peripartum Cardiomyopathy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Henrietta A. Afari is classified as an Experienced expert for Peripartum Cardiomyopathy, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Henrietta A. Afari specialize in?
While Dr. Henrietta A. Afari is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Peripartum Cardiomyopathy, Heart Failure, and COVID-19. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.
Does Dr. Henrietta A. Afari participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Henrietta A. Afari has published 11 articles and abstracts on conditions like Peripartum Cardiomyopathy. You can view a list of Dr. Henrietta A. Afari's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Henrietta A. Afari accept my insurance?
Dr. Henrietta A. Afari accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Shield of California. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-232-9030 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- COVID-19Dr. Afari isExperienced. Learn about COVID-19.
- Heart FailureDr. Afari isExperienced. Learn about Heart Failure.
- Peripartum CardiomyopathyDr. Afari isExperienced. Learn about Peripartum Cardiomyopathy.


