About
Dr. Zheni Avram is a board-certified internist with more than 20 years of clinical experience. She earned her medical degree from Iuliu Hațieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy in Cluj-Napoca, Romania. She completed a Diabetes and Nutrition residency there from 2000 to 2005. She then trained in internal medicine at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Presbyterian Shadyside. In 2008, she pursued a fellowship in geriatric medicine at the University of South Florida College of Medicine in Tampa. She holds board certifications in internal medicine, geriatric medicine, and obesity medicine, reflecting the breadth of her clinical training.
Dr. Avram centers her practice on the belief that preventive care forms the foundation of healthier aging. She is passionate about metabolic health, diabetes management, weight management, and women's health. Her approach prioritizes listening closely to each patient and building care strategies together. She speaks Albanian and Romanian in addition to English. Outside the office, she enjoys reading, skiing, traveling, and spending time with her family.
Education & Training
Medical School
Iuliu Hațieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Cluj-Napoca, Romania — Doctorate of Medicine (1994-2000)
Residency
Diabetes and Nutrition Residency, Iuliu Hațieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Cluj-Napoca, Romania (2000-2005); Internal Medicine, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Presbyterian Shadyside, Pittsburgh, PA (2005-2008)
Fellowship
Geriatric Medicine, University of South Florida College of Medicine, Tampa, FL (2008-2009)
Certifications
Languages
English, Albanian, Romanian
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Avram right for?
Dr. Avram is a strong fit for adults who want a proactive, prevention-first approach to primary care. Patients managing diabetes, metabolic disorders, or weight-related conditions benefit from her specialized clinical background. Women seeking attentive, individualized primary care will find her focus on women's health particularly relevant. Her geriatric medicine fellowship makes her well-suited for older adults navigating complex or age-related health concerns. Patients who speak Albanian or Romanian can also communicate with her in their native language.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Avram focuses on metabolic health, diabetes, weight management, and women's health. She also brings specialized training in geriatric medicine, making her well-equipped for older adults with complex health needs. Her internal medicine background allows her to manage a broad range of adult health conditions alongside these clinical interests.
Yes. Dr. Avram holds board certifications in internal medicine, geriatric medicine, and obesity medicine. She carries the designations MD, FACP, and DABOM, reflecting her training and expertise across multiple disciplines.
Dr. Avram earned her medical degree from Iuliu Hațieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy in Romania. She completed a Diabetes and Nutrition residency there before training in internal medicine at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Presbyterian Shadyside. She then completed a geriatric medicine fellowship at the University of South Florida College of Medicine.
Yes. Dr. Avram completed a fellowship in geriatric medicine at the University of South Florida College of Medicine. She is well-suited to care for older adults managing chronic conditions, age-related health changes, and preventive health priorities.
Dr. Avram believes every patient deserves to be heard. She takes time to sit with patients, listen to their concerns, and work with them to build individualized care strategies. She tailors each care plan to fit the patient's specific needs, goals, and lifestyle.
Yes. Dr. Avram speaks Albanian and Romanian fluently. Patients who prefer to communicate in either language can do so during their visits.
Dr. Avram holds affiliations at Henrico Doctors' Hospital - Parham and Forest Avenue, Chippenham and Johnston Willis, and Bon Secours St. Mary's and Memorial Regional. These affiliations support her patients across the greater Richmond area.
Dr. Avram holds that preventive care forms the foundation of healthier aging. Through the MDVIP model, she focuses on wellness strategies, early screening, and customized health planning. She works with each patient to address long-term health goals, not just immediate concerns.
Doctor profile last updated August 15, 2026