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Dr. Denise Aninakwah, OD

Optometrist

Aninakwah Optometry

1035 CONNECTICUT AVE NW, Washington, DC 20036(202) 833-94551 years practicing
50/100
NPI1881482230

Is Dr. Denise Aninakwah, OD a Good Optometrist?

Dr. Denise Aninakwah, OD has a trust score of 50/100 — below average for Washington. Consider comparing with other providers nearby. At 1 years of practice, they are early in their career.

The most important verification step for any optometrist is confirming an active, unrestricted license with the state board — use the panel on this page to check Aninakwah's current standing and any public disciplinary actions directly at the source.

What is a general optometrist?

General optometrists examine eyes, diagnose vision problems, prescribe glasses and contact lenses, and detect eye diseases such as glaucoma and cataracts.

When to see one: For routine eye exams, glasses or contacts, and vision changes.

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Trust Verification

  • NPI Active
  • License Active
  • No Disciplinary Actions
  • Credentials Verified
  • Established Practice
  • Focus Verified

Eye care in Washington, DC

Washington has 103 verified optometrists on EyeDoctorProof, with an average of about 15 years in practice, and 98 focused on optometrist. District of Columbia optometrists are licensed and disciplined by the DC Board of Optometry, whose public record covers license status, disciplinary actions.

Peer Comparison

1

Years practicing

15

Avg in Washington

103

Optometrists in Washington

OD

Credential

Before your appointment

  • Confirm Aninakwah's license is active and unrestricted with the District of Columbia board (link on this page).
  • Ask whether the visit is a routine exam or a medical eye evaluation, and what it covers.
  • Bring your current glasses or contacts, plus a list of medications and any family history of eye disease.
  • Ask about cost, insurance, and whether dilation or extra imaging carries a separate fee.
  • Mention symptoms like dryness, headaches, or screen strain so they can be addressed during the exam.

Frequently asked questions

Is Dr. Denise Aninakwah, OD a licensed optometrist?

Dr. Denise Aninakwah, OD holds a Doctor of Optometry (OD) credential and an NPI (1881482230) on file in the national provider registry. Active license status and any public disciplinary actions are maintained by the DC Board of Optometry — verify current standing using the link on this page.

How experienced is Dr. Denise Aninakwah, OD?

Dr. Denise Aninakwah, OD has approximately 1 year in practice, based on NPI enumeration date. The average optometrist in Washington has about 15 years. There are 103 optometrists in Washington, including 98 with a optometrist focus.

Where is Dr. Denise Aninakwah, OD located?

Dr. Denise Aninakwah, OD practices at Aninakwah Optometry, 1035 CONNECTICUT AVE NW, Washington, DC 20036. Phone: (202) 833-9455.

Verify License & Discipline

License status and public disciplinary actions are maintained by the DC Board of Optometry, whose official record verifies license status, disciplinary actions. Check Aninakwah's current standing at the source:

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Quick Facts

Focus
Optometrist
Credential
OD
Gender
Female
NPI Since
04/28/2025

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