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Ronald D. Alvarez BS, MD, MBA

Betty and Lonnie S. Burnett, Professor, Chairman, and Clinical Service Chief
Insurance Plans Accepted

Areas of Expertise

  • Cancers of the Female Reproductive Organs
  • Cervical Vulvar and Vagina Dysplasia
  • Consult for Women's Cancer
  • Gynecologic Cancer
  • Gynecologic Oncology
  • Gynecologic Surgery
  • Gynecology
  • Pelvic Masses (Uterine or Ovarian)
  • Women's Cancer

Location

Services

Languages

  • English

Education

  • Bachelor of Science - Louisiana State University, 1979
  • Doctor of Medicine - Louisiana State University New Orleans, 1983
  • Residency - University of Alabama at Birmingham Health System, 1987
  • Fellowship - University of Alabama at Birmingham Health System, 1990
  • Master of Business Administration - Auburn University, 2013

Board Certifications

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology - American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 1991
  • Gynecologic Oncology - American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 1992

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Patient Comments

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July 18, 2026
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Dr. Alvarez is the best of the best!
July 18, 2026
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I loved my care
July 18, 2026
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I truly feel so blessed to be a patient of Dr Alvarez and his team. Walking into his office space gives me an immediate sense of security and well-being. I always leave with hope and optimism - Fully re-charged to continue my fight
July 13, 2026
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What's cool about Dr Alvarez is his knowledge of cancers and their development in the women's reproductive system. I'm fascinated by this and I find myself blessed to have him as my doctor as we continue screenings.
July 11, 2026
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Dr. Alvarez is one of the most brilliant physicians I've encountered. He explains my condition well, and is both very encouraging and very realistic. He's very kind and compassionate. I feel safe in his hands.
July 11, 2026
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Everyone in this department is top notch! Always forth coming with answers to my questions. Clear explanations. Included n all treatment decisions.
June 3, 2026
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Dr. Alvarez is the most impressive physician I've ever met! He's brilliant, very analytical, very compassionate and kind. His examination of me was meticulous and I'm very grateful for his assessment of my CT films. His overall framing of my situation was very hopeful and encouraging. He ordered a test and made a referral and really followed up. An excellent experience!
April 25, 2026
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Dr Alvarez was absolutely wonderful. Kind, personable and patient. Excellent bedside manner.
April 18, 2026
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