Summary

Dr. Emil Avanes, MD is a primary care physician in Glendale, CA who brings a strong hometown commitment and a genuinely patient-centered approach to medicine.
Long before medical school, he knew he wanted to care for the community that shaped him, and that vision continues to guide the way he practices today. Known for his warm, attentive style, Dr. Avanes focuses on building trusted relationships that help patients feel comfortable, understood, and supported.

After training at Duke University, Chicago Medical School, and Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, Dr. Avanes developed a career centered on high-quality internal medicine and long-term wellness. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine and remains actively involved in the Glendale medical community through leadership, advisory work, and hospital affiliations. His background reflects both clinical excellence and a deep dedication to serving the people of Glendale.

Dr. Avanes helps patients stay healthy through a range of essential primary care services, including:
  • Routine primary care visits
  • Preventive health care
  • Internal medicine management
  • Wellness and health maintenance
  • Patient education and support
  • Coordinated care with local hospitals and specialists

With a reputation for compassionate, relationship-based care, Dr. Avanes stands out as a trusted Glendale physician who is committed to helping men and women get well and stay well.
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Office Location

Harmony Health MD

3217 N Verdugo Rd Ste 1Glendale, CA 91208
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 18 years of experience
  • 62 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Arabic, English, Spanish
  • Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences
  • 3 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Emil Avanes

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Adventist Health
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - PPO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicaid
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Magellan Health
  • Medi-Cal - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - PPO
  • Meritain Health
  • Meritain Health - PPO
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Premera Blue Cross
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • SCAN Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UPMC Health Plan - PPO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Emil Avanes has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Emil Avanes has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Fatigue
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Internal Medicine
  • Physical
  • Preventive Medicine
  • Primary Care
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

18 Years Experience

Dr. Emil Avanes holds an active medical license in the state of Wisconsin.

Medical License

MD with an active medical license in the state of Wisconsin that expires in 2028.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences in 2008.

NPI Number

Dr. Avanes' NPI number is 1508023318.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Emil Avanes accepting new patients?
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How can I make an appointment with Dr. Emil Avanes?
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What languages does Dr. Emil Avanes speak?
Dr. Emil Avanes speaks Arabic, English, and Spanish.
Where is Dr. Emil Avanes's office located?
Dr. Emil Avanes's office is located at 3217 N Verdugo Rd Ste 1, Glendale, CA, 91208.
Does Dr. Emil Avanes accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Emil Avanes accepts on their Vitals profile.

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