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METRO VEIN CLINIC, NOW PART OF AFZAL CLINICS.
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ABOUT THE PRACTICE
Afzal Clinics is a premier vein clinic led by Kamran Afzal, MD, Kristen Winter PA-C, Reema Patel NP-C-and, their skilled team. With locations in Fridley, Edina, and Woodbury, Minnesota, they care for adults of all ages in a comfortable, friendly setting.
Our providers focus on a result-based approach, to provide treatment based on patient expectations and improve their quality of life possible.
The vein clinic at Afzal Clinics includes VNUS(Radiofrequency ablation, the VenaSeal closure system, phlebectomy, ultrasound sclerotherapy, and cosmetic sclerotherapy.
Afzal Clinics is in network with most insurances, including Health Partners, Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS), Medica, UCare, PReferredOne, and others. Most competitors are not in network with these insurance companies.
The Afzal Clinics team welcomes their patients to the practice and looks forward to caring for them. To schedule a consultation at Afzal Clinics, call one of the office locations, or book an appointment online today.
Our Providers
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Dr. Kamran Afzal, MD
Kamran Afzal, MD, brings an impressive body of experience to his leadership role at Afzal Clinics. Over the years, Dr. Afzal has helped thousands of patients in Fridley, Edina, and Woodbury, Minnesota, find relief from troubling vein disorders.
Education has always shaped Dr. Afzal’s life. He began his studies in Pakistan at Aga Khan University (AKU), completing his medical degree in 1997. He moved to the United States to pursue his education and went on to complete a residency at the University of South Alabama (USA) in Mobile.
Dr. Afzal remains connected to education through his role as a trainer for Medtronic®, the company that manufactures VNUS® and VenaSeal®. He’s proud to play a part in training the next generation of medical professionals.
Caring and compassionate health care is a central focus for Dr. Afzal. He strives to treat each patient as a unique individual and makes every effort to get to know the people who entrust him with their care.
Giving back is also a priority for Dr. Afzal. He’s completed extensive mission work in Guadalajara and Honduras over the years, with more than 10 trips under his belt. He continues to seek out opportunities to help others.
Medical aesthetics is another area of specialty for Dr. Afzal. He provides the MINT® thread lift technique in addition to SkinPen microneedling and the ZO 3-Step Peel®.
Booking a visit with Dr. Afzal takes just moments online or over the phone, so don’t delay beginning your path toward healthier veins and outstanding skin care.
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Kristen Winter, PA-C
Kristen Winter, PA-C, is a physician assistant, providing care management services at Afzal Clinics in Fridley, Edina, and Woodbury, Minnesota. She excels in positions that allow her to care for others and has spent time outside her education and career volunteering her skills in Iquitos, Peru.
Before starting her career as a certified physician assistant, Kristen earned her bachelor’s degree in biology with a chemistry minor at the University of Minnesota (UMD) in Duluth, Minnesota. She then attended Union College in Lincoln, Nebraska, where she graduated with honors with her master’s degree in physician assistant studies.
Kristen obtained work experience as a certified nurse assistant and as a personal care attendant before taking on her current position as a certified physician assistant. She has a background in working with elderly populations and post-surgical patients as well as experience with assisting in upper extremity orthopedic surgery.
In her current position at Afzal Clinics, Kristen specializes in aesthetic injections at Afzal Clinics such as Juvéderm®, Sculptra®, and Kybella® as well as cosmetic treatment for varicose veins. She independently assesses her patients who trust her for her honesty and compassion while meeting their health and wellness needs.
Kristen currently invites new and returning patients to Afzal Clinics for vein care and injections. Schedule an appointment with a phone call or online today.
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Reema Patel, FNP-C
Reema Patel, FNP-C, is a certified Nurse Practitioner who brings a unique approach to Afzal Clinics with her background in nursing. She is proud to serve patients throughout Fridley, Edina, and Woodbury, Minnesota.
Reema was born and raised in California, where she attended UC Irvine and received her Bachelor’s degree in Public Health. Reema then moved to Kentucky and obtained her Bachelor’s in Nursing from Louisville, KY. She then went on to obtain her Masters in Nursing from the University of Cincinnati and became a certified Nurse Practitioner.
Reema’s extensive medical background has been caring for patients in critical care. She has been a nurse for nine years with over a year of experience in aesthetics. Reema’s caring and personable demeanor allows her to build long-term, trusting relationships with her patients. Her approach to every appointment is to help her patients feel comfortable and safe.
In her current position at Afzal Clinics, Reema specializes in neurotoxins, Botox and Dysport, as well as cosmetic consults. She is also a provider for vein patients.
Reema is currently seeing new and returning patients at the Edina location. Schedule an appointment online or by calling our office.
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Location
Fridley Office
7362 University Ave NE, Suite 201Fridley, MN 55432
Hours Of Operation:
Monday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 AM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 AM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Edina Office
3400 West 66th St., Suite 265Edina, MN 55435
Hours Of Operation:
Monday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Woodbury Office
755 Bielenberg Drive, Suite 104Woodbury, MN 55125
Hours Of Operation:
Monday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed