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Rakesh V. Alva
Cone Health Medical Group

Rakesh V. Alva, MD

Specialties

  • Sleep Medicine,
  • Pulmonary/Critical Care Medicine
Patient Rating
4.9/5 (Based on 174 Reviews)
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Biography

Rakesh V. Alva, MD, FCCP, has been with LeBauer since moving to Greensboro in 2008. He holds four medical board certifications; those are in sleep medicine, critical care medicine, pulmonary medicine and internal medicine.  

He has earned numerous awards throughout his career for both his medical expertise and his volunteer work. His research has been published in journals, books and abstracts throughout his career. He worked in South Carolina for four years before moving to Greensboro.

His hobbies include reading, running and tennis. His preferred distance is the half marathon.

Profile

Education

Medical School

Seth G.S. Medical College and King Edward Memorial

Residency

Jacobi Medical Ctr., Albert Einstein College of Med.

Fellowship

Montefiore Medical Center

Board Certifications

  • Sleep Medicine
  • Critical Care Medicine
  • Pulmonary Medicine
  • Internal Medicine.

Locations

Provider Review Comments

June 06, 2026
Really appreciated nurse and Dr Alva
June 01, 2026
I would highly recommend Dr. Alva and his staff to others.
June 01, 2026
Outstanding at every level
June 01, 2026
What a great listener and caring physician!
June 01, 2026
This was my first time seeing Dr. Alva and I was most impressed with his friendliness, demeanor, and knowledge of my background. He asked many pertinent questions and did not brush me off as some providers do during yearly check ups.
May 30, 2026
I totally love Dr Alva!! He remembers me and things we discussed in the past. He listens, and works with me. He makes suggestions, he doesn't order! Love this doctor!!! Wish all of them were as good as he is!!!
May 23, 2026
DOC was very easy to understand and relate with.
May 18, 2026
He was one of the best Doctor's I've seen in a while. He took the time to answer any questions I had, and did not rush. He was very thorough.
May 13, 2026
I found Dr. Alva to be extremely courteous and knowledgeable. It was a pleasure!
May 03, 2026
Dr Alva is an excellent physician, very detailed & caring.
May 03, 2026
Great communication an out my health and positive feedback on necessary changes
April 27, 2026
Dr. Alva was already aware of my concerns and was very well prepared.
March 30, 2026
This is a wonderful doctor! I wish all doctors practiced at his high standards.
March 25, 2026
Excellent physician. Spends time talking with patient and explaining and discussing treatment plans and options. Dr. Alva is kind, caring and professional.
March 24, 2026
Good
March 14, 2026
Very pleased with the experience here.
March 11, 2026
Great
March 11, 2026
I had been going to Lebaner Pulmonary fo r4 years & was very disappointed with the care provider & planned to find another practice. Dr. Alva was great & now I want him to continue as care provider.
March 03, 2026
Superb physician
February 16, 2026
Always a good experience
January 31, 2026
Very pleased with entire visit.
January 24, 2026
I really like Dr Alva!
January 14, 2026
Dr Alva is great and explains everything perfectly!!Great experience!!
January 12, 2026
Dr Alva and the practice made me feel very comfortable and they all went above and beyond to care for me which is normal for his practice but when you are very sick it means more
December 20, 2025
Dr Alva is the best. He makes eye contact, listens explains thoroughly in a way I can understand. He truly cares about his patients. I would most definitely recommend Dr. Alva!
November 24, 2025
My doctor was very open mind about my health
November 16, 2025
This was my first visit with Dr. Alva. I left with a very positive impression. His nurse was wonderful as well.
November 05, 2025
Doctor was extremely pleasant as always.
November 02, 2025
All went very well
October 25, 2025
Dr Alva and staff are always ready to listen and take all my concerns and questions seriously
October 02, 2025
He was excellent.
September 30, 2025
Excellent
September 26, 2025
Dr Alva always has good people who can see me if he's not available.
September 20, 2025
Excellent doctor and Services
September 15, 2025
Dr. Alva provided excellent feedback & information on my recent titration sleep study & his recommendations on a new CPAP machine & answered all my questions on my COPD related concerns. Very professional and personal. I highly recommend Dr. Alva & this practice!
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