Primary Care & Internal Medicine
Ashenafi Waktola, MD
Ashenafi Waktola, MD — Internal Medicine
Dr. Ashenafi Waktola is a board-certified internist in downtown Silver Spring, MD, with more than 35 years of experience in adult medicine. A native Ethiopian physician who speaks English and Amharic, he has long been a familiar primary-care doctor for Silver Spring’s large Ethiopian community.
Background and training
Dr. Waktola earned his medical degree from the Addis Ababa University Faculty of Medicine in Ethiopia and has practiced internal medicine for more than three decades. His long tenure in the Fenton Street corridor has made him a trusted first call for adult patients across the community.
Why patients choose Dr. Waktola
Beyond his experience, Dr. Waktola’s Amharic fluency lets Ethiopian patients discuss their health directly, without an interpreter — a meaningful difference when talking through chronic conditions such as diabetes and high blood pressure. He is known for a steady, unhurried approach to primary care.
Practice focus
General adult internal medicine, including preventive care, annual physicals, and the management of chronic conditions such as diabetes and hypertension.
Languages and access
Dr. Waktola speaks English and Amharic, accepts new patients, and participates in major insurance plans including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Cigna. Confirm coverage and availability with the office before booking.
Profile last fact-checked July 13, 2026. Information reflects publicly available sources and may change. Confirm details directly with the practice before booking.
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