Summary

Dr. Richard Alvarez is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in foot and ankle surgery with over five decades of medical experience. He earned his medical degree from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at Fletcher Allen Healthcare. Dr. Alvarez speaks both English and Spanish, making him accessible to a diverse patient population in the Chattanooga area.

Dr. Alvarez practices throughout Chattanooga, Tennessee, with affiliations at multiple hospitals including Erlanger Baroness Hospital, Parkridge Medical Center, and Chi Memorial Hospital Chattanooga. His expertise focuses on treating complex foot and ankle conditions that require surgical intervention. Patients appreciate his extensive experience in orthopedic procedures, and he maintains an average rating of 3.8 from patient reviews.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 51 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Fletcher Allen Healthcare
  • 7 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 7 hospital affiliations
  • 7 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Richard Glen Alvarez has 7 locations

Erlanger Orthopaedics Foot And Ankle

979 E 3rd St Ste C225Chattanooga, TN 37403
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 2:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Erlanger East Hospital

1751 Gunbarrel RdChattanooga, TN 37421

Parkridge Medical Center

2333 Mccallie AveChattanooga, TN 37404

Chi Memorial Hospital Chattanooga

2525 Desales AveChattanooga, TN 37404

Parkridge East Hospital

941 Spring Creek RdChattanooga, TN 37412

Erlanger Baroness Hospital

975 E 3rd StChattanooga, TN 37403

Erlanger North Hospital

632 Morrison Springs RdChattanooga, TN 37415

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51 Years of Experience 36 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience
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Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Chattanooga , TNChattanooga , TNChattanooga , TNChattanooga , TN
Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine Med School: Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Glen Alvarez

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Glen Alvarez has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Glen Alvarez has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Bone Transplantation
  • Foot & Ankle Surgery
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)

Certifications, License, & Education

51 Years Experience

Dr. Richard Glen Alvarez holds an expired medical license in the states of Tennessee and Georgia.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Tennessee that expired in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of Georgia that expired in 2023.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Fletcher Allen Healthcare.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine in 1975.

NPI Number

Dr. Alvarez's NPI number is 1417922618.

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What languages does Dr. Richard Alvarez speak?
Dr. Richard Alvarez speaks English and Spanish.
Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Alvarez affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Alvarez is affiliated with Erlanger Baroness Hospital, Parkridge Medical Center, Chi Memorial Hospital Chattanooga, Parkridge East Hospital, ERLANGER EAST HOSPITAL, ERLANGER NORTH HOSPITAL, and Childrens Hospital At Erlanger.
Where is Dr. Richard Alvarez's office located?
Dr. Richard Alvarez's office is located at 979 E 3rd St Ste C225, Chattanooga, TN, 37403.

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