Search

 See All Bariatric / Gastric Bypass Surgeons in Saint Joseph, MO

Dr. Rafael Alvarez, MD

Bariatric Surgery* Age 42
Dr. Rafael Alvarez, MD
5.0 (1 Ratings)
 Share
icon-circle-check
Link Copied!
Profile link copied to clipboard!
Map Pin Small Saint Joseph, MO
Dr. Rafael Alvarez, MD is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist in Saint Joseph, MO.
Dr. Rafael Alvarez, MD
5.0 (1 Ratings)
 Share
icon-circle-check
Link Copied!
Profile link copied to clipboard!

Dr. Rafael Alvarez, MD

Bariatric Surgery* Age 42
Saint Joseph, MO
Accepting new patients
Dr. Rafael Alvarez, MD is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist in Saint Joseph, MO.

About

Dr. Alvarez graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN / ANN ARBOR. Dr. Rafael Alvarez, MD is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist in Saint Joseph, MO. Dr. Alvarez currently practices at Mosaic Life Care at St. Joseph - Bariatric Care and are affiliated with Mosaic Life Care at Saint Joseph. Dr. Alvarez's office accepts new patients. Dr. Alvarez is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Explains Conditions Well

Patients said this doctor explains conditions well.

Trustworthy

Patients said this doctor is trustworthy.

Friendly Staff

Patients said the staff was friendly.

Easy Scheduling

Patients said scheduling was easy.

Experience Check

Enter a condition or procedure
Abdominal Pain
Obesity
Duodenal Polypectomy
Abdominal Pain
Obesity
Duodenal Polypectomy
Abdominal Pain
Obesity
  • View other providers who treat Obesity
Duodenal Polypectomy
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Hyperparathyroidism
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Barrett's Esophagus
Bowel Strangulation
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Congenital Anomaly Esophagus
Constipation
Gallstones
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroparesis
Ileus
  • View other providers who treat Ileus
Incisional Hernia
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Lung Cancer
Meckel's Diverticulum
Pelvic Abscess
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Gallbladder Removal
Gastrectomy
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Gastrotomy
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Port Placements or Replacements
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure

Insurance Accepted

* Please verify this information when scheduling an appointment.
  • Choice POS
    Choice Care PPO
    Choice Care Network PPO
  • Curative EPO
    Curative PPO Plus
    Curative PPO
  • Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
    Choice Plus POS II
    Aetna
    Open Choice PPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Options PPO
    Nexus Open Access
    Medica Choice
    Navigate POS
    Choice Plus POS
    Navigate HMO

Locations

  1. 1 Mosaic Life Care at St. Joseph - Bariatric Care
    802 N Riverside Rd Ste G50, Saint Joseph, MO 64507
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (816) 271-6155

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Alvarez
5.0
Based on 1 Reviews
5 Stars (1)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (0)

Leave a review

How likely are you to recommend Dr. Alvarez?

(Select your rating)
Patient Reviews
Aug 20, 2024
Amazing physician. His bedside manner is second to none. He truly cares for his patients and it shows. He follows through on his work and follows up long after surgery and cares about how you do long after it's done. It's clear he wants you to succeed and be as health as possible.
— Aug 20, 2024
See more reviews on Healthgrades
Photo: Dr. Rafael Alvarez, MD
How would you rate your experience with Dr. Rafael Alvarez, MD?
  • Likelihood of recommending Dr. Alvarez to family and friends

Dr. Alvarez's Office & Staff

  • Ease of scheduling urgent appointments
  • Office environment, cleanliness, comfort, etc.
  • Staff friendliness and courteousness
  • Total wait time (waiting & exam rooms)

Experience with Dr. Alvarez

  • Level of trust in provider's decisions
  • How well provider explains medical condition(s)
  • How well provider listens and answers questions
  • Hpends appropriate amount of time with patients

Tell Us About Yourself

  • Your gender:
  • Your age group:
  • Number of office visits you've had in the last 2 years:

Finish Here

  • How would you like to confirm your survey information?
    Standard text messaging and data rates may apply.
Thank you for sharing your feedback about Dr. Rafael Alvarez, MD.
Claim Your Profile
Are you Dr. Rafael Alvarez, MD?
Respond to reviews, add information, and reach more patients. Claiming is free and only takes a minute.

Claim my profile

About Me

Specialties*
Bariatric Surgery
General Surgery
Specialties*
  • *Sharecare does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.
Education

Education

Medical Education
  • UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN / ANN ARBOR
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.
Common Questions and Answers
Responses are sourced directly from patients.
Does Dr. Alvarez communicate via email?
1 user said yes.
Yes
(1)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Alvarez offer telehealth services or virtual visits?
1 user said yes.
Yes
(1)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Alvarez offer an online patient portal?
1 user said yes.
Yes
(1)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Alvarez have free onsite parking?
1 user said yes.
Yes
(1)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Alvarez offer weekend visits?
No users said yes.
Yes
(0)
No
(1)
Does Dr. Alvarez offer evening visits?
No users said yes.
Yes
(0)
No
(1)
Does Dr. Alvarez specialize in working with children or adolescents?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Alvarez specialize in working with seniors?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Alvarez specialize in couples therapy?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Alvarez specialize in working with LGBTQ+ community?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Alvarez accept insurance?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)

Frequently Asked Questions

Find contact information here to make an appointment.

A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Rafael Alvarez, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Alvarez's profile.

Dr. Rafael Alvarez, MD is affiliated with Mosaic Life Care at Saint Joseph.

Yes, Dr. Rafael Alvarez, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Mosaic Life Care at Saint Joseph

    5325 Faraon St, Saint Joseph, MO