Overview
Roberto Alva-Ruiz is a General Surgeon in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Alva-Ruiz is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 28 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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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. Roberto Alva-Ruiz
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Roberto Alva-Ruiz?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Roberto Alva-Ruiz by calling their office at 507-284-2511. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Roberto Alva-Ruiz a top-rated expert for Pancreaticoduodenectomy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Roberto Alva-Ruiz is classified as an Advanced expert for Pancreaticoduodenectomy, 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. Roberto Alva-Ruiz specialize in?
While Dr. Roberto Alva-Ruiz is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Pancreaticoduodenectomy, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Roberto Alva-Ruiz participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Roberto Alva-Ruiz has published 28 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pancreaticoduodenectomy. You can view a list of Dr. Roberto Alva-Ruiz's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Roberto Alva-Ruiz accept my insurance?
Dr. Roberto Alva-Ruiz accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 507-284-2511 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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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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- PancreaticoduodenectomyDr. Alva-Ruiz isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreaticoduodenectomy.
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- AppendectomyDr. Alva-Ruiz isExperienced. Learn about Appendectomy.
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)Dr. Alva-Ruiz isExperienced. Learn about Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer).
- Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary SurgeryDr. Alva-Ruiz isExperienced. Learn about Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery.
- PancreatectomyDr. Alva-Ruiz isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatectomy.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Alva-Ruiz isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- Pancreatic Ductal AdenocarcinomaDr. Alva-Ruiz isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma.

