Summary

Dr. Erik Alexander is an endocrinologist specializing in diabetes and metabolism with nearly three decades of medical experience. He earned his medical degree from Northwestern University Medical School and completed his residency in internal medicine at Brigham and Women's Hospital in 2000. Dr. Alexander furthered his training with a fellowship in endocrinology and thyroid disorders at the same institution, completing his specialized training in 2002. He holds board certification in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine and speaks English.

Dr. Alexander practices at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston, Massachusetts, and maintains his affiliation with Brigham and Women's Hospital. His clinical expertise focuses on thyroid conditions, including thyroid nodules, thyroid cancer, and goiter. He performs comprehensive thyroid evaluations through thyroid function panels and thyroid-stimulating hormone tests, along with general blood work to assess overall health. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 29 years of experience
  • 12 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Brigham and Women's Hospital, Endocrinology/Thyroid Disorders
  • 8 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

450 Brookline AveBoston, MA 02215

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Endocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
29 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, Portuguese Speaks Spanish, French, English Speaks Spanish, English
Boston , MACambridge , MABoston , MASouthborough , MA
Med School: Northwestern University Medical School Med School: Peking University Health Science Center Med School: Universidade Federal De Minas Gerais (Ufmg) Faculdade De Medicina
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Erik K. Alexander

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • CBA Blue
  • CDPHP
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP)
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Senior Whole Health
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Erik K. Alexander has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Erik K. Alexander has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Acromegaly
  • Addison Disease
  • Cushing Disease
  • Diabetes
  • Diabetes (Types I & II)
  • Diabetes, Type 2
  • Endocrinology
  • Fatigue
  • Gland Issues
  • Hormones
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Hypopituitarism
  • Hypothyroidism
  • Thyroid Cancer
  • Thyroid Diseases

Certifications, License, & Education

29 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Internal Medicine

Internal medicine

American Board of Internal Medicine

Internal medicine, 2000

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Massachusetts, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Brigham and Women's Hospital, Endocrinology/Thyroid Disorders2002

Residency

Brigham and Women's Hospital, Internal Medicine2000

Medical School

Northwestern University Medical SchoolGraduated in 1997

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Erik Alexander accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Erik Alexander accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Erik Alexander's office located?
Dr. Erik Alexander's office is located at 450 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA, 02215.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Erik Alexander?
You can find contact information for Dr. Erik Alexander here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Dr. Erik Alexander affiliated with?
Dr. Erik Alexander is affiliated with Brigham And Womens Hospital.
Does Dr. Erik Alexander accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Erik Alexander has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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