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Rakesh V. Alva
Cone Health Medical Group

Rakesh V. Alva, MD

Specialties and/or Subspecialties

  • Sleep Medicine,
  • Pulmonary/Critical Care Medicine
Patient Rating
4.9/5 (Based on 193 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

April 16, 2025
Dr. Alva, great listener!
April 02, 2025
Dr Alva and the staff are wonderful
March 28, 2025
I would absolutely recommend Dr. Alvan to others. I truly believe he saved my life from a severe case of MRSA pneumonia both lungs. He was so caring and knowledgeable regarding my illness and jumped right on a treatment plan in the hospital for me.
March 14, 2025
Dr Alva is an empathetic physician who has always shown genuine concern for me. He is very knowledgeable and open to any questions
March 13, 2025
I was very impressed with Dr. Alva. He was very personable, easy to talk to, listened well, and provided valuable feedback.
March 12, 2025
Good
March 08, 2025
Dr. Alva is a wonderful physician. He is knowledgeable, caring and listens to all my questions. Highly recommend him!
February 16, 2025
Dr. Alva answered all my questions and made the answers understandable to a non-medical person.
February 15, 2025
Been a patient of this pulmonary group for many years, always outstanding!!
February 06, 2025
Dr. Alva was very compassionate and thorough with his explanations, using terms and visuals to make sure we understood.
February 05, 2025
Dr Alva spent all the time needed going over my chart and talking about the spot on my lung then making the necessary future appointments for me. He's absolutely amazing.
January 22, 2025
Dr Alva is one of the best physicians I've ever had taking care of me. He is kind, caring, sympathetic, and genuine. I feel lucky that I found him. Thank you, Cone Health, for continuing to provide excellent care through the physicians that you engage with!!
January 15, 2025
Very thorough
January 11, 2025
Dr. Alva has always explained all aspects of my care extremely well!
January 09, 2025
Very good appointment- Doctor Alva very happy with his visit.
December 31, 2024
Good
December 11, 2024
Highly recommend Dr. Alva. He's very easy to speak with. Very professional!
December 10, 2024
Love Dr. Alva. He always remembers me and treats me well.
November 26, 2024
Always provides optimal care with my input on treatment.,listens attentively always. The consistency of excellent care is key here.
November 21, 2024
Dr. Alva always goes above & beyond.
September 15, 2024
Dr Alva is a great listener and kind, compassionate, and helpful provider. Grateful to have him as my Pulm!
September 14, 2024
This whole office is friendly, helpful and goes out of their way to solve problems I might have. I am very grateful to be with them.
September 14, 2024
Have always enjoyed seeing Dr. Alva and the staff. This is one of the best places that I have been to receive any medical treatment
September 14, 2024
Dr Alva is always thorough and caring
August 22, 2024
Great dr
August 22, 2024
Highly recommend.
August 05, 2024
Fair
July 27, 2024
I was very pleased
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