Overview
Luis Alvarez is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in New Iberia, Louisiana.
Dr. Alvarez is highly rated in 48 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lower Esophageal Ring, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Heartburn, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Alvarez is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
1100 Andre St Ste 301, New Iberia, LA 70563
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Alvarez has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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. Luis E. Alvarez
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Luis E. Alvarez?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Luis E. Alvarez by calling their office at 337-364-9225. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Luis E. Alvarez a top-rated expert for Lower Esophageal Ring?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Luis E. Alvarez is classified as an Distinguished expert for Lower Esophageal Ring, 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. Luis E. Alvarez specialize in?
While Dr. Luis E. Alvarez is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Lower Esophageal Ring, Benign Esophageal Stricture, and Heartburn. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Luis E. Alvarez participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Luis E. Alvarez has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Lower Esophageal Ring. You can view a list of Dr. Luis E. Alvarez's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Luis E. Alvarez accept my insurance?
Dr. Luis E. Alvarez accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 337-364-9225 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.
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- Distinguished
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Alvarez isDistinguished. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Alvarez isDistinguished. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- Campylobacter InfectionDr. Alvarez isDistinguished. Learn about Campylobacter Infection.
- Childhood VolvulusDr. Alvarez isDistinguished. Learn about Childhood Volvulus.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Alvarez isDistinguished. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- DiarrheaDr. Alvarez isDistinguished. Learn about Diarrhea.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Alvarez isDistinguished. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- EsophagitisDr. Alvarez isDistinguished. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Alvarez isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Gardner SyndromeDr. Alvarez isDistinguished. Learn about Gardner Syndrome.
- GastritisDr. Alvarez isDistinguished. Learn about Gastritis.
- HeartburnDr. Alvarez isDistinguished. Learn about Heartburn.
- Helicobacter Pylori InfectionDr. Alvarez isDistinguished. Learn about Helicobacter Pylori Infection.
- IndigestionDr. Alvarez isDistinguished. Learn about Indigestion.
- Lower Esophageal RingDr. Alvarez isDistinguished. Learn about Lower Esophageal Ring.
- Morning SicknessDr. Alvarez isDistinguished. Learn about Morning Sickness.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Alvarez isDistinguished. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- Portal HypertensionDr. Alvarez isDistinguished. Learn about Portal Hypertension.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Alvarez isDistinguished. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Trichohepatoenteric SyndromeDr. Alvarez isDistinguished. Learn about Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome.
- Turcot SyndromeDr. Alvarez isDistinguished. Learn about Turcot Syndrome.
- Advanced
- AnemiaDr. Alvarez isAdvanced. Learn about Anemia.
- Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
- Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC)
- ColitisDr. Alvarez isAdvanced. Learn about Colitis.
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Alvarez isAdvanced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.
- Colorectal PolypsDr. Alvarez isAdvanced. Learn about Colorectal Polyps.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Alvarez isAdvanced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Alvarez isAdvanced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- Cronkhite-Canada DiseaseDr. Alvarez isAdvanced. Learn about Cronkhite-Canada Disease.
- EndoscopyDr. Alvarez isAdvanced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Esophageal VaricesDr. Alvarez isAdvanced. Learn about Esophageal Varices.
- Exocrine Pancreatic InsufficiencyDr. Alvarez isAdvanced. Learn about Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency.
- Gas Bloat SyndromeDr. Alvarez isAdvanced. Learn about Gas Bloat Syndrome.
- Gastric DysmotilityDr. Alvarez isAdvanced. Learn about Gastric Dysmotility.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- GastroparesisDr. Alvarez isAdvanced. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- Gilbert SyndromeDr. Alvarez isAdvanced. Learn about Gilbert Syndrome.
- HemorrhoidsDr. Alvarez isAdvanced. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- HepatitisDr. Alvarez isAdvanced. Learn about Hepatitis.
- Hepatitis CDr. Alvarez isAdvanced. Learn about Hepatitis C.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Alvarez isAdvanced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- Intestinal CancerDr. Alvarez isAdvanced. Learn about Intestinal Cancer.
- Juvenile Polyposis SyndromeDr. Alvarez isAdvanced. Learn about Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome.
- ProctitisDr. Alvarez isAdvanced. Learn about Proctitis.
- Ulcerative ColitisDr. Alvarez isAdvanced. Learn about Ulcerative Colitis.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Alvarez isAdvanced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.
- Watermelon StomachDr. Alvarez isAdvanced. Learn about Watermelon Stomach.
- Experienced
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Alvarez isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Alvarez isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Alvarez isExperienced. Learn about Arteriovenous Malformation.
- AscitesDr. Alvarez isExperienced. Learn about Ascites.
- Autoimmune HepatitisDr. Alvarez isExperienced. Learn about Autoimmune Hepatitis.
- Bacterial GastroenteritisDr. Alvarez isExperienced. Learn about Bacterial Gastroenteritis.
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Alvarez isExperienced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Berdon SyndromeDr. Alvarez isExperienced. Learn about Berdon Syndrome.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Alvarez isExperienced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Alvarez isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)Dr. Alvarez isExperienced. Learn about Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer).
- Chronic PancreatitisDr. Alvarez isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Pancreatitis.
- CirrhosisDr. Alvarez isExperienced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- Collagenous ColitisDr. Alvarez isExperienced. Learn about Collagenous Colitis.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Alvarez isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- EncopresisDr. Alvarez isExperienced. Learn about Encopresis.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Alvarez isExperienced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- Eosinophilic EsophagitisDr. Alvarez isExperienced. Learn about Eosinophilic Esophagitis.
- Esophageal CancerDr. Alvarez isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Cancer.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Alvarez isExperienced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Fecal ImpactionDr. Alvarez isExperienced. Learn about Fecal Impaction.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Alvarez isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GastrectomyDr. Alvarez isExperienced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Alvarez isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
- GlucagonomaDr. Alvarez isExperienced. Learn about Glucagonoma.
- Hereditary PancreatitisDr. Alvarez isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Pancreatitis.
- HiccupsDr. Alvarez isExperienced. Learn about Hiccups.
- InsulinomaDr. Alvarez isExperienced. Learn about Insulinoma.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)Dr. Alvarez isExperienced. Learn about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
- JaundiceDr. Alvarez isExperienced. Learn about Jaundice.
- Lactose IntoleranceDr. Alvarez isExperienced. Learn about Lactose Intolerance.
- Lymphocytic ColitisDr. Alvarez isExperienced. Learn about Lymphocytic Colitis.
- MacroamylasemiaDr. Alvarez isExperienced. Learn about Macroamylasemia.
- Mallory-Weiss SyndromeDr. Alvarez isExperienced. Learn about Mallory-Weiss Syndrome.
- Menetrier DiseaseDr. Alvarez isExperienced. Learn about Menetrier Disease.
- Mesenteric Artery IschemiaDr. Alvarez isExperienced. Learn about Mesenteric Artery Ischemia.
- Necrotizing EnterocolitisDr. Alvarez isExperienced. Learn about Necrotizing Enterocolitis.
- Neuroendocrine TumorDr. Alvarez isExperienced. Learn about Neuroendocrine Tumor.
- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver DiseaseDr. Alvarez isExperienced. Learn about Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.
- Opioid Induced ConstipationDr. Alvarez isExperienced. Learn about Opioid Induced Constipation.
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3
- Pseudomembranous ColitisDr. Alvarez isExperienced. Learn about Pseudomembranous Colitis.
- TenesmusDr. Alvarez isExperienced. Learn about Tenesmus.
- VisceromegalyDr. Alvarez isExperienced. Learn about Visceromegaly.