Education:
BS, 2011, George Mason University, Fairfax, VA
BSN, 2015, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD
FNP, 2019, The George Washington University, Washington, DC
DNP, 2023, The George Washington University, Washington, DC
Rasha Kafi, DNP, FNP-C
Patient Care Philosophy:
I work with patients of all ages and phases of life. I recognize patients as complex individuals; I value their unique preferences, and involve them in decision-making to promote their physical and emotional well-being.
Rasha Kafi is a board-certified nurse practitioner whose clinical focus is supporting patients through every stage of cancer care at Virginia Cancer Institute’s Petersburg location. Known for her approachable, solutions-oriented style, she combines more than a decade of experience in primary, women’s health, and oncology settings with a deep commitment to patient education and advocacy. Her passion is improving the quality of life for people living with cancer through compassionate, evidence-based care.
At VCI, Rasha provides compassionate, comprehensive care to individuals facing a wide range of cancers, guiding them through diagnosis, treatment, and recovery. She has a special interest in supporting patients experiencing depression during treatment or remission, recognizing the emotional as well as physical toll of cancer. Rasha is deeply engaged in palliative care communication and shared decision-making, ensuring patients and families feel informed and empowered. She also focuses on cancer screening and evidence-based interventions that enhance quality of life, and is passionate about improving survivorship care so patients can thrive after treatment. Known for her motivating spirit and positive approach, Rasha excels at sincere, honest communication that fosters trust and promotes both physical healing and emotional well-being.
Rasha is board-certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) and holds CRNP-Family licenses in Maryland and Virginia, along with DEA and CDS registrations. She is an active member of the Oncology Nursing Society, the Society of Public Health, and an honoree of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing.
Outside of the office, Dr. Kafi enjoys traveling, foodie adventures, dance fitness, reading, and spending time with family and friends.