Summary

Dr. John Alves is a family medicine physician who earned his medical degree from George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences. He completed his residency training at United States Army Medical Center, bringing 47 years of experience to his practice. Dr. Alves is board-certified in family medicine and provides care in English.

Dr. Alves practices at Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira, NY, where he focuses on comprehensive family healthcare. His clinical expertise includes treating substance use disorders and supporting teenagers struggling with addiction, including heroin use recovery. He provides counseling services and performs diagnostic blood work to monitor patient health. Patients have given Dr. Alves an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 47 years of experience
  • 14 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • United States Army Medical Center
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. John Witherspoon Alves has 3 locations

Casa Trinity Inc

911 STOWELL STELMIRA, NY 14901
Mon8:00 am - 6:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 6:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 6:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 6:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Saint Josephs Hospital

555 Saint Josephs BlvdElmira, NY 14901

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Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine And Health Sciences Med School: University of Vermont Larner College of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Witherspoon Alves

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CDPHP - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • MVP Health Care
  • MVP Health Care - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Witherspoon Alves has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Witherspoon Alves has the following 6 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

47 Years Experience

Dr. John Witherspoon Alves holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at United States Army Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from George Washington University School Of Medicine And Health Sciences in 1984 and George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences in 1979.

NPI Number

Dr. Alves' NPI number is 1265659197.

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What languages does Dr. John Alves speak?
Dr. John Alves speaks English.
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Which hospitals is Dr. John Alves affiliated with?
Dr. John Alves is affiliated with Arnot Ogden Medical Center.
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