Alison Holley Affinati, MD

Alison Holley Affinati, MD, PhD

Specialty: Endocrinology, Internal Medicine
Title: Assistant Professor
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Alison Holley Affinati, MD
Alison Holley Affinati, MD, PhD
Endocrinology
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  • Areas of Practice

    Type 1 diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes, Obesity Medicine

    Locations

    • Metabolism, Endocrinology & Diabetes Clinic | West Ann Arbor Health Center-Parkland Plaza 380 Parkland Plaza Ste 210
      Floor 2
      Ann Arbor, MI 48103-6201
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    Insurance Accepted

    University of Michigan Health participates with most health insurance plans.

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    Education & Training

    Medical School or Training

    Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine, 2015

    Residency

    University of Michigan Health System, Internal Medicine, 2017

    Fellowships

    University of Michigan Health System, IM Endocrinology, Metabolism & Diabetes, 2020

    Board Certifications

    Internal Medicine
    Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

    Research Overview

    Her research focuses on understanding how the brain regulates glucose metabolism.

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    Patient Ratings

    74 Patient Ratings

    Patient Comments

    December 6, 2025 - "Dr. Affinati is amazing! She is the best endocrinologist I've ever had and one of the best doctors among many excellent doctors In my medical history. She's an excellent listener, is incredibly knowledgeable, is honest and realistic, is prepared, and is kind. When the available solutions aren't working well, she doesn't attribute it to my failure when that is not what is happening, but acknowledges the limitations with the available medical solutions when that is what is happening. She has affirmed my medical condition not just as a diagnosis, but by believing me when I tell her my experience, and giving honest feedback and encouragement."

    October 1, 2025 - "Dr Affinati is very professional with great patience. Appreciated her detailed explanations on the related questions I asked during my visit. I am also grateful for her prompt responses to my inquiries thru portal emails."

    September 22, 2025 - "Dr. Affinati is the finest physician I have ever had treat me. She is competent, excellent at explaining whatever she is talking about, interested in hearing what I say, willing and able to answer any questions I have, and perfect in knowing what treatment is ideal for me. She is absolutely the BEST."

    July 26, 2025 - "Dr. Affinati is very good at including me in decisions about making changes to my [...] to benefit me."

    May 10, 2025 - "Dr. Affinati is probably the best doctor I have seen in the MM system in [...] years"

    March 1, 2025 - "Dr Affinati is an excellent option for any patient with challenges around [...]. She explains the options and issues of each and is super supportive. She also is incredibly non-judgmental and unassuming with unusual complications rather she treats her patients like humans and cares for them unquestionably."

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    Brain neurons are responsible for day-to-day control of blood sugar

    University of Michigan researchers have shown that a specific population of neurons in the hypothalamus help the brain maintain blood glucose levels under normal circumstances.