Profile
Dr. Afreen Khan is a dedicated Family Physician at Holy Family Hospital, Mumbai, specializing in the long-term, comprehensive health management of individuals and families. Dr. Afreen Khan is widely regarded as one of the best family physicians in Mumbai, known for precision, clarity in communication, and a consistently patient-first approach.
With a strong foundation in Family Medicine, she acts as the primary point of contact for patients, managing everything from acute seasonal illnesses to complex chronic conditions. Dr. Khan is known for her holistic diagnostic style, looking beyond symptoms to understand the lifestyle and environmental factors affecting a patient's well-being. She is deeply committed to the "prevention is better than cure" philosophy, focusing on early screening and health education.
Additional Contributions
- Health Advocate: Regularly conducts community workshops on lifestyle modification and nutritional awareness.
- Patient Coordinator: Known for her ability to coordinate with various specialists to ensure a seamless "360-degree" care model for her patients.
- Standardized Care: Instrumental in implementing hospital protocols for evidence-based primary care.
Areas of specialization
- Chronic Disease Management: Specialized care for long-term conditions like Diabetes, Hypertension, and Obesity.
- Preventive Healthcare: Expertise in conducting detailed executive health checkups and personalized screening programs.
- Infectious Diseases: Treatment of common and tropical illnesses including malaria, dengue, and respiratory tract infections.
- Adolescent & Geriatric Care: Tailored medical approaches for the unique health challenges of teenagers and the elderly.
- Mental Wellness Screening: Identifying early signs of anxiety and depression within a primary care setting.
Education
- MBBS
- DNB (Family Medicine)
Affiliations
- Academy of Family Physicians of India (AFPI).
- Medical Council Of India.
- Maharashtra Medical Council.
Publications
- DNB Specialization: Rigorous residency training focusing on multi-disciplinary medical care across all age groups.
- Advanced Certificate in Diabetes Management: Specialized training to help patients manage blood sugar through lifestyle and medicine.
- Clinical Research: Contributed to studies on the prevalence of lifestyle diseases in urban populations.