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Office
979 E 3rd St
Suite C430
Chattanooga, TN 37403Phone+1 423-624-6584Fax+1 423-624-6588
Summary
- Dr. Richard Alvarez is an experienced orthopaedic surgeon based in Chattanooga, TN, with a subspecialty in foot and ankle surgery. He completed his education and fellowships at several institutions, including the University of Tennessee, Tulane Medical School Orthopaedic Surgery, and University of Vermont Medical Center Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Fellowship. With a significant employment history, Dr. Alvarez has served a variety of roles, such as a consultant for high-profile organizations like the New Orleans Saints, Chicago Bears, San Francisco Giants Football Team, The University of Alabama Football Team, University of Tennessee Chattanooga Sports teams, and several local high schools. physician at a number of medical centers, and Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at University of Tennessee Health Science Center (Medical School) in Chattanooga for !0 years before retiring. He has numerous publications, many of which have been often cited by other publications. Dr. Alvarez has also been the recipient of several awards, including the Regional Top Doctor from Castle Connolly in 2014 and Distinguished Physician at the Erlanger Foundation Annual Dinner of Distinction.
Education & Training
- University of Vermont Medical CenterOrthopedic Foot and Ankle, 1981 - 1982
- University of Vermont Medical CenterFellowship, Foot and Ankle Orthopaedics, 1981 - 1982
- Tulane UniversityResidency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 1979 - 1981
- University of Tennessee College of Medicine at ChattanoogaResidency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 1976 - 1979
- University of Tennessee College of Medicine at ChattanoogaInternship, Transitional Year, 1975 - 1976
- University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of MedicineClass of 1975
- University of Tennessee at KnoxvilleBS, 1968 - 1971
- University of Tennessee, KnoxvilleBS Zoology and Chemistry, 1968 - 1971
Certifications & Licensure
- TN State Medical License 1975 - 2026
- GA State Medical License 1979 - 2023
- LA State Medical License 1979 - 2010
- VT State Medical License 1981 - 2010
- American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Orthopaedic Surgery
Awards, Honors, & Recognition
- Regional Top Doctor Castle Connolly, 2014
- Nominated for Distinguished Physician Award Hamilton County Medical Society, 2008
- Surgery Residents' Teaching Award University of Tennessee College of Medicine Chattanooga, Department of Orthopaedic, 2006
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Publications & Presentations
PubMed
- 14 citationsBiomechanical Evaluation of Custom Foot Orthoses for Hallux Valgus DeformityJesse F. Doty, Richard G. Alvarez, Timothy B. Ervin, Ashley Heard, John Gilbreath
The Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery. 2015-09-01 - 5 citationsNonoperative management of retrocalcaneal pain with AFO and stretching regimen.Michael D. Johnson, Richard G. Alvarez
Foot & Ankle International. 2012-07-01 - 4 citationsDislocation of the proximal and distal tibiofibular syndesmotic complex without associated fracture: case report.Chad Corrigan, Brandon S. Asbury, Richard G. Alvarez, Peter Nowotarski
Foot & Ankle International. 2011-10-01
Journal Articles
- Technique Tips: Arthroscopic Assisted Treatment of Unicameral Bone Cyst in the CalcaneousAlvarez RG, Arnold J, Foot and Ankle International, 11/1/2007
- Non-Operative Treatment of Posterior Tibia Tendon DysfunctionAlvarez RG, Marini A, Schmitt C, Saltzman C, Foot and Ankle International, 1/1/2006
- Ipsilateral Arthrodesis of the Metatarsophalangeal and Interphalangeal JointsMizel MS, Alvarez RG, Fink BR, Temple HT, Foot Ankle Int, 1/1/2006
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Books/Book Chapters
Abstracts/Posters
- Stage I and II Posterior Tibialis Tendon Dysfunction Treated By a Structured Non-Operative Management Protocol: an Orthosis and Exercise Program.Alvarez RG, Marini A, Schmitts C, Saltzman C, Rudd J, American Orthopedic Association, Huntington Beach, 1/1/2005
- The Application of Extracorporeat Shock Wave Therapy (Orthotripsy) in the Treatment of Heel Pain/Fasciitis.Ogden JA, Alvarez RG, Cross J, Levitt R, AAOS, Orlando, 3/15/2000
- "Tibiocalcaneal Arthrodesis for Unbraceable Ankle and Hindfoot Deformities."Lam PWC, Myerson MS, Alvarez RG, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons 66th Annual Meeting, Anaheim, CA, 1/1/1999
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Lectures
- "Non-Operative Treatment Stage II Acquired Adult Flatfoot."San Francisco - 1/1/2008
- "Current Diagnostic and Treatment of Heel Pain Syndromes."Chattanooga - 6/20/2007
- "Symposia on High Energy v Low Energy Shock Wave"3/1/2006
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Press Mentions
- Drs. David Nayman, John Kennedy & More: 10 Orthopedic Surgeons Making the NewsOctober 2nd, 2019
Professional Memberships
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