Dr. Allen Alvarez, MD

Dr. Allen Alvarez, MD

Bariatric Surgeon
9618 Huebner Rd, Ste 202, San Antonio, TX
5.00
“Great staff, Doc is excellent, explains everything in detail. Receptionist is wonderful and dietician is great as well.”
CB
Highly recommended
100% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
90% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

4.60

Bedside manner

5.00
“Great staff, Doc is excellent, explains everything in detail. Receptionist is wonderful and dietician is great as well.”
CBLess than 1 month ago

About Dr. Allen Alvarez

Dr. Allen Alvarez works with a simple guiding mission – help others live a good and healthy life. His practice is unique because he is a board certified general surgeon fellowship trained in minimally invasive surgery. He brings his advanced laparoscopic skills to bariatric surgery. Because of his extensive experience, Dr. Allen Alvarez is known for teaching other fellows and surgeons advanced laparoscopy. His instructional skills extend geographically, providing national training in the sub-specialty, DaVinci Robotic surgery.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Upper GI endoscopy
Upper GI endoscopy

Other popular visit reasons

Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD)
Lap-Band / Gastric Banding Consultation
Laparoscopic Surgery Consultation
Obesity / Weight Loss Consultation
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Surgery Consultation
Umbilical Hernia
Weight Loss Consultation
Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD)
Lap-Band / Gastric Banding Consultation
Laparoscopic Surgery Consultation
Obesity / Weight Loss Consultation

Office location

Sage Bariatric Institute
9618 Huebner Rd, Ste 202, San Antonio, TX 78240

Education and background

Practice names

Board certifications

  • American Board of Surgery

Education and training

  • Medical School - Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara, Doctor of Medicine
  • Texas Center, Fellowship in Weight Loss Surgery
  • St Vincent Smile, Internship in General Surgery
  • St Vincent Smile, Residency in General Surgery
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery, Fellowship in General Surgery

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1497995484

Patient reviews

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Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
4.60
Bedside manner
5.00
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Great staff, Doc is excellent, explains everything in detail. Receptionist is wonderful and dietician is great as well.
Very excellent service from beginning to end.
Thank you for the services....so appreciated
Went well, got great news!!
Amazing
Good manners, good personality
Check up after surgery
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Where is Dr. Allen Alvarez's office located?

Dr. Allen Alvarez's office is located at 9618 Huebner Rd, San Antonio, TX 78240.

Which board certifications does Dr. Allen Alvarez have?

Dr. Allen Alvarez is certified by American Board of Surgery.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Allen Alvarez?

Dr. Allen Alvarez frequently sees patients for Laparoscopic Surgery Consultation, Obesity / Weight Loss Consultation, Surgery Consultation, Umbilical Hernia, and Weight Loss Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Allen Alvarez on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Allen Alvarez speak?

Dr. Allen Alvarez speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Allen Alvarez in reviews?

10 patients have reviewed Dr. Allen Alvarez. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.6/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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