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Dr. Rene Alvarez, MD

Dr. Rene Alvarez, MD

Cardiology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Rene Alvarez, MD is a cardiologist in Philadelphia, PA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Pennsylvania in 1990. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Thomas Jefferson University Hospital and Jefferson Bucks Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 154 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (154 reviews)

Locations

Practice

Advanced Heart Failure & Cardiac Transplant Center1101 Chestnut St # 9 Philadelphia, PA 19107
1
New Patient?
(215) 240-8993

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Alvarez is affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Philadelphia, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for cardiology.

Dr. Alvarez is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Alvarez specializes in the areas of Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology & Cardiovascular Disease. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
  • Good Patient CarePatients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. Alvarez's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Alvarez

4.9

154 ratings
5 Star
94%
94%
4 Star
4%
4%
3 Star
2%
2%
2 Star
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1 Star
1%
1%

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About Me

biography

Dr. Rene Alvarez, MD is a cardiologist in Philadelphia, PA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Pennsylvania in 1990. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Thomas Jefferson University Hospital and Jefferson Bucks Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
  • Cardiology

  • Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant Cardiology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Johns Hopkins Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Temple University Hospital

    Residency Hospital
  • Temple University Hospital

    Internship Hospital
  • University Of Pennsylvania

    Medical School, 1990
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology
Cardiovascular Disease
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Dr. Alvarez is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Jefferson Frankford Hospital

      4900 Frankford Ave
      Philadelphia, PA 19124
    • Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

      111 S 11th St
      Philadelphia, PA 19107
      Recipient of 23
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      Coronary Intervention Excellence Award™ (2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      80%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      5% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Jefferson Bucks Hospital

      380 N Oxford Valley Rd
      Langhorne, PA 19047
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