Summary

Dr. Ricardo Alfafara is a cardiovascular disease specialist who earned his medical degree from the University of the East/Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center College of Medicine. He completed his residency training at St. John Episcopal Hospital and has dedicated more than five decades to cardiovascular medicine. Dr. Alfafara speaks German, Spanish, and English with his patients.

Dr. Alfafara practices at Western Arizona Regional Medical Center in Bullhead City, Arizona. He focuses on treating high blood pressure conditions, including emergency hypertensive situations and pediatric hypertension cases. His expertise includes performing heart tests such as electrocardiograms and echocardiograms to evaluate heart function. Patients have given Dr. Alfafara an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 for his care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 53 years of experience
  • 19 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks German, Spanish, English
  • St John Episcopal Hospital
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Ricardo Celiz Alfafara has 2 locations

Southwest Cardiovascular Associates

1648 Highway 95Bullhead City, AZ 86442
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Western Arizona Regional Medical Center

2735 Silver Creek RdBullhead City, AZ 86442

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Dr. Ricardo Celiz Alfafara, MDDr. Fadi AtassiDr. John Martin AdanDr. Richard Alan Wolf, MD, FACC
Cardiovascular DiseaseInterventional CardiologyCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular Disease
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.7 
3.8 
53 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 52 Years of Experience 44 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks German, Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, English
Bullhead City , AZLake Havasu City , AZProsser , WABullhead City , AZ
Med School: Univ Of The East/Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center College Of Med Med School: University Of Aleppo Faculty Of Medicine Med School: The Queens Univ Of Belfast Fac Med (918-01 Eff 1/71) Med School: SUNY Buffalo, NY School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ricardo Celiz Alfafara

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Blue Shield of California
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Health Choice Arizona
  • Health Choice Arizona - HMO
  • Health Choice Arizona - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ricardo Celiz Alfafara has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ricardo Celiz Alfafara has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Hypertension
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

53 Years Experience

Dr. Ricardo Celiz Alfafara holds an active medical license in the state of Arizona.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at St John Episcopal Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Univ Of The East/Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center College Of Med in 1973.

NPI Number

Dr. Alfafara's NPI number is 1255397709.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Ricardo Celiz Alfafara speak?
Dr. Ricardo Celiz Alfafara speaks German, Spanish, and English.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ricardo Celiz Alfafara?
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Where is Dr. Ricardo Celiz Alfafara's office located?
Dr. Ricardo Celiz Alfafara's office is located at 1648 Highway 95, Bullhead City, AZ, 86442.
Is Dr. Ricardo Celiz Alfafara accepting new patients?
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