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Dr. Louis Alpern, MD

Ophthalmology*
4.8 (86)
Map Pin Small El Paso, TX
Accepting new patients
46 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Louis Alpern, MD

Dr. Louis Alpern, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in El Paso, TX. They specialize in Ophthalmology, has 46 years of experience, and is board certified in Ophthalmology. They graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences. Dr. Alpern, completed a residency at Barnes Hosp-Wash University Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Alpern an average 4.8 star rating.

Dr. Alpern works at Southwest Eye Institute - Mesa in El Paso, TX. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Alpern's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Mesa
    4171 N Mesa St Ste D100, El Paso, TX 79902 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (915) 267-2020
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    Mesa
    4171 N Mesa St Ste 100, El Paso, TX 79902 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (915) 267-2020

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    Specialties*
    • Ophthalmology

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    • 46 years of experience
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    • 1295798304
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    Education & Certifications

    Residency
    • Barnes Hosp-Wash University Medical Center
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    • Hartford Hospital
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    • George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences
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    • Ophthalmology
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    Dr. Alpern works at Southwest Eye Institute - Mesa in El Paso, TX. View the full address on Dr. Alpern’s profile.

    86 patients have reviewed Dr. Alpern. The overall rating for this provider is 4.8. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Alpern.

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