3.9
9 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Manuel Alva is a gastroenterologist who has dedicated 38 years to diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system. He earned his medical degree from University De Montemorelos, Esc De Med in Montemorelos, Nuevo Leon, Mexico, before completing his internal medicine residency at Seton Hall University School of Health and Medical Sciences Program and his gastroenterology fellowship at Finch U Hlth Sci/Chgo M Sch. Dr. Alva holds board certification in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine and provides care in English.
Dr. Alva practices at Holy Cross Hospital in Chicago, Illinois, and maintains hospital affiliations with Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth Hinsdale. His clinical expertise includes treating colon polyps, gastritis, and weight management concerns. He performs essential diagnostic and therapeutic procedures such as colonoscopy and lower GI endoscopy to evaluate digestive health. Dr. Alva also has experience with laparoscopic surgical …techniques. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 on Vitals.
Read More Read less Dr. Alva practices at Holy Cross Hospital in Chicago, Illinois, and maintains hospital affiliations with Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth Hinsdale. His clinical expertise includes treating colon polyps, gastritis, and weight management concerns. He performs essential diagnostic and therapeutic procedures such as colonoscopy and lower GI endoscopy to evaluate digestive health. Dr. Alva also has experience with laparoscopic surgical …techniques. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts
- 38 years of experience
- 32 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Finch U Hlth Sci/Chgo M Sch, Gastroenterology; Finch U Hlth Sci/Chgo M Sch, Internal Medicine
- 1 written review
- 1 specialty
- 10 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
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| Manuel Alva, MD | Dr. Darren Ballard, MD | Jan Seiler, APRN | Ji Soo Choi, APRN |
| Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 38 Years of Experience | |||
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| Chicago , IL | Homewood , IL | Montgomery , AL | Sacramento , CA |
| Med School: University De Montemorelos, Esc De Med, Montemorelos, Nuevo Leon, Mexico | Med School: Loyola University | Med School: Georgia State University | Med School: New York University |
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Medical Specialties
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Specialty Expertise
Manuel Alva has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
38 Years Experience
Manuel Alva holds an expired medical license in the state of Illinois. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Board Certifications
Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Illinois that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Finch U Hlth Sci/Chgo M Sch, Gastroenterology; Finch U Hlth Sci/Chgo M Sch, Internal Medicine and Seton Hall University School of Health and Medical Sciences Program.
Medical School
Graduated from University De Montemorelos, Esc De Med, Montemorelos, Nuevo Leon, Mexico in 1988 and Universidad De Montemorelos, Escuela De Medicina in 1988.
NPI Number
Manuel Alva's NPI number is 1255405452.
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- Where is Manuel Alva's office located?
- Manuel Alva's office is located at 2701 W 68th St, Chicago, IL, 60629.
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