Karim Alavi, MD, MPH

Dr. Karim Alavi is a surgeon who specializes in colorectal and gastrointestinal procedures. He earned his medical degree from George Washington University School of Medicine in Washington, DC, and also holds a Master of Public Health degree. Dr. Alavi completed his residency at Medstar Washington Hospital Center and pursued specialized fellowship training at both Fairview University of Minnesota Medical Center and A.I. DuPont Hospital for Children. With 31 years of surgical experience, he maintains board certification in surgery from the American Board of Surgery. He speaks both English and Farsi.

Dr. Alavi practices at multiple locations throughout Massachusetts, including Worcester and Milford, and holds an affiliation with Norwood Hospital. His clinical expertise focuses on treating colorectal cancer, gastrointestinal cancer, and rectal cancer. He performs various specialized procedures including abscess drainage, anal fistulotomy, and anorectal abscess surgery. Patients have given …him an average rating of 4.3 on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in his surgical care.