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Yasmin Akhunji, MD

Internal Medicine and Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism

Dr. Yasmin Akhunji was born and raised in Southern California. After attending University of Southern California she completed her medical education at St. Matthew’s University in Grand Cayman. She completed her residency at the University of Arizona in internal medicine and worked as a hospitalist afterwards. She then went on to complete a fellowship in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism at Houston Methodist in Texas afterwards. While working as an Internist Dr. Akhunji developed a particular interest in discussing weight management and dietary education to help prevent and treat lifestyle-related health issue. So many health issues came back to metabolism and lifestyle. Unfortunately, she personally witnessed many people who had too long not taken care of their health and landed in the hospital repeatedly. Dr. Akhunji joined Ro’s affiliated network in hopes to expand quality Endocrinology care in a safe and progressive environment.

Education & Training

University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio Medical School

The University of Arizona Internal Medicine Residency

Medical Licensure

  • Alabama

  • Arizona

  • California

  • Florida

  • Georgia

  • Iowa

  • Maryland

  • Michigan

  • Tennessee

  • Utah

  • Washington

Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine