Dr. Robert Jay Alpern, MD

Dr. Robert Alpern is an internal medicine physician who specializes in nephrology, focusing on kidney health and related conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Chicago Division of Biological Sciences Pritzker School of Medicine and brings five decades of clinical experience to his practice. His extensive background in internal medicine provides him with a comprehensive understanding of how various body systems work together, while his nephrology expertise allows him to address complex kidney-related health issues.

Dr. Alpern practices at multiple Yale locations throughout New Haven, Connecticut, including Yale New Haven Hospital, Yale Internal Medicine, and Yale New Haven Hospital Saint Raphael Campus. His clinical focus includes treating patients with altered consciousness levels, mental status changes, and electrolyte imbalances. These conditions often require careful coordination between internal medicine and specialized kidney care, making his dual …expertise particularly valuable for patients with complex medical needs.