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Summary
Dr. Rafael Alvarez treats obesity, overweight, and GERD and performs laparoscopy, upper GI endoscopy, and laparoscopic gallbladder removal surgery. He practices surgery and is affiliated with Mosaic Medical Center in Saint Joseph and the University of Michigan Health System. Dr. Alvarez completed his residency at the University of Michigan Health System and sees patients in Saint Joseph, Missouri, and Cleveland, Ohio.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 13 years of experience
- University Of Michigan Health System
- 2 specialties
- 3 areas of expertise
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 3 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Rafael Alvarez has 3 locationsMosaic Life Care at St. Joseph - General Surgery and Bariatric Care
802 North Riverside Road Plaza 1, Suite G50Saint Joseph, MO 64507Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Rafael Alvarez, MD | Dr. John Read Eplee, MD | Lexy J Petter | Dr. Abha Kumari Havaldar, MD |
| Surgery | Family Medicine | Surgery | Gastroenterology |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 13 Years of Experience | 48 Years of Experience | 36 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | |
| Saint Joseph , MO | Atchison , KS | Atchison , KS | Chillicothe , MO |
| Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School | Med School: University Of Kansas School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of Medicine | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Rafael Alvarez
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Rafael Alvarez has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Rafael Alvarez has the following 3 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
13 Years Experience
Dr. Rafael Alvarez holds an active medical license in the state of Missouri.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Missouri that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at University Of Michigan Health System.
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Michigan Medical School in 2013.
NPI Number
Dr. Alvarez's NPI number is 1487090858.
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- Is Dr. Rafael Alvarez accepting new patients?
- Dr. Rafael Alvarez has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Rafael Alvarez affiliated with?
- Dr. Rafael Alvarez is affiliated with Mosaic Medical Center In Saint Joseph and UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN HEALTH SYSTEM.
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- Dr. Rafael Alvarez has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rafael Alvarez?
- You can find contact information for Dr. Rafael Alvarez here on Vitals.
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