Summary

Dr. Alva Weir is a board-certified hematologist and oncologist who specializes in treating blood disorders and cancer. He earned his medical degree from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine and has dedicated over five decades to caring for patients with complex hematologic and oncologic conditions. Dr. Weir communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Weir practices in Memphis, Tennessee, and maintains an affiliation with Baptist Memorial Hospital Collierville. His expertise includes treating breast cancer and colon cancer, with particular experience in managing metastatic or recurrent breast cancer cases. He utilizes diagnostic tools such as CT scans and comprehensive metabolic panels to guide treatment decisions for his patients. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.2
  • 51 years of experience
  • 16 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Alva Bowen Weir has 2 locations

Memphis Va Medical Center

1030 Jefferson AveMemphis, TN 38104

Memphis Va Medical Center

116 N Pauline StMemphis, TN 38104

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51 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 50 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Memphis , TNMemphis , TNBethesda , MDMemphis , TN
Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: Universitaet Hamburg Medizinische Fakultaet Med School: National Taiwan University College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Alva Bowen Weir

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - POS
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee - Federal Employees Program
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - POS

Medical Specialties

Dr. Alva Bowen Weir has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Alva Bowen Weir has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS)
  • Blood Cancer
  • Bone Marrow Transplant
  • Cancer
  • Chemotherapy
  • Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
  • Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Hepatitis C
  • Leukemia
  • Lymphoma
  • Myelofibrosis
  • Myeloma
  • Oncology

Certifications, License, & Education

51 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Tennessee, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of MedicineGraduated in 1975

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Alva Weir accept my insurance?
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What languages does Dr. Alva Weir speak?
Dr. Alva Weir speaks English.
Where is Dr. Alva Weir's office located?
Dr. Alva Weir's office is located at 1030 Jefferson Ave, Memphis, TN, 38104.
Does Dr. Alva Weir accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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