Dr. Rene Lorenzo Alvarez, MD

Dr. Rene Alvarez is a surgeon who specializes in gastroenterology and phlebology, bringing four decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Washington School of Medicine and completed his residency at Community Medical Center. Throughout his 44-year career, Dr. Alvarez has developed extensive experience treating complex surgical conditions. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Alvarez practices at multiple locations across Alaska, including Peninsula Surgery And Aesthetics in both Homer and Soldotna, as well as Central Peninsula Hospital and South Peninsula Hospital. His clinical focus encompasses treating conditions such as bruits, cellulitis, and cardiac murmurs. He performs various diagnostic procedures including antibiotic sensitivity testing, sputum cultures, and skin and wound cultures. Patients have given Dr. Alvarez an average rating of 1.0 on Vitals.