4.6
33 Ratings with 7 written Reviews
Summary
Surgical oncology is the focus of Dr. Carlos Alvarez's practice, where he treats abdominal pain, abdominal pain in pregnancy, and flank pain, and performs therapeutic hypothermia, laparoscopy, and laparoscopic gallbladder removal surgery. He also practices surgery and has 38 years of experience in the field.
Dr. Alvarez earned his medical degree from the University of South Florida Health Morsani College of Medicine and completed his residency at UCLA Medical Center. He is affiliated with Santa Clara Valley Medical Center, Good Samaritan Hospital, Oconnor Hospital, Regional Medical Center of San Jose, Kaiser Permanente San Jose Medical Center, Saint Louise Regional Hospital, and Sonora Regional Medical Center, and sees patients in Sonora and San Jose, California. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Alvarez 4.58 out of 5.
Dr. Alvarez earned his medical degree from the University of South Florida Health Morsani College of Medicine and completed his residency at UCLA Medical Center. He is affiliated with Santa Clara Valley Medical Center, Good Samaritan Hospital, Oconnor Hospital, Regional Medical Center of San Jose, Kaiser Permanente San Jose Medical Center, Saint Louise Regional Hospital, and Sonora Regional Medical Center, and sees patients in Sonora and San Jose, California. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Alvarez 4.58 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 38 years of experience
- speaks English
- Ucla Medical Center
- 7 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 9 areas of expertise
- 7 hospital affiliations
- 4 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Carlos Alvarez has 4 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Carlos Alvarez, MD | Jason Luke Hwang | Dr. David Myatt Melniczek, MD | Dr. Shane Michael Patterson, MD |
| Surgery | Emergency Medicine | Surgery | Family Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 38 Years of Experience | 23 Years of Experience | 28 Years of Experience | 22 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | |
| Sonora , CA | Sonora , CA | Jackson , CA | San Andreas , CA |
| Med School: University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine | Med School: Loma Linda University School Of Medicine | Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University | Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Carlos Alvarez
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Carlos Alvarez has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Carlos Alvarez has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
38 Years Experience
Dr. Carlos Alvarez holds an active medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Ucla Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine in 1988.
NPI Number
Dr. Alvarez's NPI number is 1982679239.
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- Dr. Carlos Alvarez speaks English.
- Is Dr. Carlos Alvarez accepting new patients?
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