Prof Anita Afzali

Anita Afzali, MD, MPH, MHCM, FACG, AGAF, is the James F. Heady Endowed Chair and Professor of Medicine at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, where she also serves as Interim Chair of the Department of Internal Medicine. A researcher and clinical trialist, Dr. Afzali specializes in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and has advanced the field through extensive research published in top-tier journals. She holds an MPH from the University of Washington and an MHCM from Harvard. Recently honored with the Bing Hinton Legacy Award by the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation, Dr. Afzali is committed to improving patient care and outcomes in IBD. Passionate about global education, she actively participates in international initiatives to enhance medical education and leadership. As a leader, she drives innovation and fosters collaboration across healthcare systems.