Our Team
Dr. Sana Akbar
MD · Board-Certified Endocrinologist · Burke Fairfax & Woodbridge
🎓 Education & Training
- Fellowship: Endocrinology & Metabolic Disorders, George Washington University, Washington D.C.
- Residency: Internal Medicine, University of Tennessee
- MD: King Edward Medical University, Pakistan (Presidential Scholarship Recipient)
✅ Board Certifications
- American Board of Internal Medicine — Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
- American Board of Internal Medicine
📍 Locations
- Burke Fairfax Office: Tue, Thu, Fri
- Woodbridge Office: as scheduled
Dr. Sana Akbar
MD · Board-Certified Endocrinologist
About Dr. Akbar
Dr. Sana Akbar is a board-certified physician specializing in Endocrinology, Diabetes, Metabolism, and Internal Medicine. Her passion for medicine was inspired by her father, whose dedication to providing exceptional patient care influenced her decision to pursue a career in medicine and, ultimately, endocrinology and diabetes care.
Dr. Akbar graduated from the prestigious King Edward Medical University in Pakistan, where she was a Presidential Scholarship recipient. After relocating to the United States, she completed her Internal Medicine residency at the University of Tennessee and advanced her training with a fellowship in Endocrinology and Metabolic Disorders at George Washington University in Washington, D.C.
Since completing her fellowship, Dr. Akbar has practiced endocrinology in the DMV area, working closely with physicians at Washington Hospital Center and the National Institutes of Health. She then joined District Endocrine, dedicated to managing metabolic and hormonal disorders with a comprehensive, personalized approach.
Clinical Expertise
- Thyroid and pituitary diseases
- Metabolic disorders and diabetes management
- Pregnancy-related endocrine complications
- General endocrinology and hormonal health
Personal
Outside of her professional life, Dr. Akbar enjoys spending quality time with her family and friends. She is particularly fond of participating in sports and outdoor activities with her daughters, finding joy and balance in these moments.