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Rafael Alvarez, MD
Obesity Medicine (Preventive Medicine) Physician in Saint Joseph, Missouri
NPI 1487090858

Rafael Alvarez is a Obesity Medicine (Preventive Medicine) Physician based in Saint Joseph, MO and is specialized in Obesity Medicine. Rafael Alvarez practices in Saint Joseph, MO and has the professional credentials of MD. The NPI Number for Rafael Alvarez is 1487090858 and holds a License No. 2022034246 (Missouri).

The current practice location address for Rafael Alvarez is 802 N Riverside Rd Ste G50, Saint Joseph, MO and can be reached out via phone at 816-671-4888 and via fax at 816-671-4890.

Location: 802 N Riverside Rd Ste G50, Saint Joseph, MO, 64507-2510
Profile Details Legacy Identifiers Practice Address Mailing Address Primary Taxonomy
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Provider Profile Details
NPI Number
1487090858
Provider Name
Rafael Alvarez
Credential
MD
Provider Entity Type
Individual
Gender
Male
Address
802 N Riverside Rd Ste G50, Saint Joseph, MO, 64507-2510
Phone Number
816-671-4888
Fax Number
816-671-4890
Provider Enumeration Date
05/13/2013
Last Update Date
08/17/2024
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Provider Business Practice Location Address Details
Address
802 N Riverside Rd Ste G50
City
Saint Joseph
State
Missouri
Zip
64507-2510
Phone Number
816-671-4888
Fax Number
816-671-4890
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Provider Business Mailing Address Details
Address
802 N Riverside Rd Ste G50
City
Saint Joseph
State
Missouri
Zip
64507-2510
Phone Number
816-671-4888
Fax Number
816-671-4890
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Provider's Taxonomy Details 1
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Preventive Medicine
Speciality
Obesity Medicine
Taxonomy
2083B0002X
License No.
2022034246 (Missouri)
Definition
A physician who specializes in the treatment of obesity demonstrates competency in and a thorough understanding of the treatment of obesity and the genetic, biologic, environmental, social, and behavioral factors that contribute to obesity. The obesity medicine physician employs therapeutic interventions including diet, physical activity, behavioral change, and pharmacotherapy. The obesity medicine physician utilizes a comprehensive approach, and may include additional resources such as dietitians, exercise physiologists, mental health professionals and bariatric surgeons as indicated to achieve optimal results. Additionally, the obesity medicine physician maintains competency in providing pre- peri- and post-surgical care of bariatric surgery patients, promotes the prevention of obesity, and advocates for those who suffer from obesity.
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Provider's Taxonomy Details 2
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Surgery
Speciality
-
Taxonomy
208600000X
License No.
2022034246 (Missouri)
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
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