Summary

Dr. Joan Alvarado is a family medicine physician who provides comprehensive primary care for patients of all ages. She earned her medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine in New Brunswick, New Jersey, and completed her residency in internal medicine at Adventist Hinsdale Hospital in Hinsdale, Illinois. Dr. Alvarado is fluent in English and brings her medical training to her practice serving families in the Charleston area.

Dr. Alvarado practices at Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center in Charleston, Illinois, where she focuses on preventive care and managing chronic conditions. She specializes in treating obesity and helping patients achieve healthy weight goals. Joan also has expertise in managing high cholesterol, particularly in children and teenagers, as well as hyperlipidemia in adults. Her patients rate her 4.2 out of 5 stars for the quality of care she provides.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.2
  • 24 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Adventist Hinsdale Hospital Medicine Residency, Hinsdale, IL
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

SBL Charleston Family Practice

116 W Buchanan AveCharleston, IL 61920
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Joan V. Alvarado, MDJennifer Recker, APRN, FNP-BCValerie Battisti, PA-CDr. Parth Bhavsar
Family MedicineFamily MedicineFamily MedicineFamily Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.2 
17 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Hindi, Gujarati, Urdu
Charleston , ILChicago , ILAddison , ILLawrenceville , GA
Med School: Ross University School of Medicine, New Brunswick, NJ (Medical Education) Med School: Smt N H L Municipal Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joan V. Alvarado

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - HMO
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Health Alliance
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Joan V. Alvarado has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joan V. Alvarado has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Adventist Hinsdale Hospital Medicine Residency, Hinsdale, IL

Medical School

Ross University School of Medicine, New Brunswick, NJ (Medical Education)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joan Alvarado?
You can find contact information for Dr. Joan Alvarado here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Dr. Joan Alvarado affiliated with?
Dr. Joan Alvarado is affiliated with Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center.
Does Dr. Joan Alvarado accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Joan Alvarado accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. Joan Alvarado speak?
Dr. Joan Alvarado speaks English.
Is Dr. Joan Alvarado accepting new patients?
Dr. Joan Alvarado has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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