Dr. Alexander S. Tovar
Overview
Alexander Tovar is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Burbank, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 42 years.
Dr. Tovar is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Colorectal Cancer, Cellulitis, Ileostomy, and Gastrostomy.
Dr. Tovar is board certified in American Board Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article.
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Locations
201 S Buena Vista St, Burbank, CA 91505
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Alexander S. Tovar
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Alexander S. Tovar?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Alexander S. Tovar by calling their office at 818-848-8311. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Alexander S. Tovar a top-rated expert for Gallbladder Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Alexander S. Tovar is classified as an Advanced expert for Gallbladder Disease, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Alexander S. Tovar specialize in?
While Dr. Alexander S. Tovar is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Gallbladder Disease, Colorectal Cancer, and Cellulitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Alexander S. Tovar participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Alexander S. Tovar has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Gallbladder Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Alexander S. Tovar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Alexander S. Tovar accept my insurance?
Dr. Alexander S. Tovar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 818-848-8311 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- AppendicitisDr. Tovar isAdvanced. Learn about Appendicitis.
- CellulitisDr. Tovar isAdvanced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- CholecystitisDr. Tovar isAdvanced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Tovar isAdvanced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Tovar isAdvanced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Tovar isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Experienced
- Anal CancerDr. Tovar isExperienced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- AngiosarcomaDr. Tovar isExperienced. Learn about Angiosarcoma.
- Breast CancerDr. Tovar isExperienced. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)Dr. Tovar isExperienced. Learn about Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer).
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Tovar isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Tovar isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.