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Edwin Alexander Alvarez, MD

Gynecologic Oncology • Gynecologic Surgical Oncology
Gynecologic Oncology Mission Bay
415-353-9600
Portrait of Edwin Alexander Alvarez
Portrait of Edwin Alexander Alvarez
ucsf logo

Edwin Alexander Alvarez, MD

Gynecologic Oncology • Gynecologic Surgical Oncology
Gynecologic Oncology Mission Bay
415-353-9600

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About me

Dr. Edwin Alexander Alvarez is a gynecologic oncologist at the UCSF Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center. He focuses on the surgical and medical treatment of ovarian cancer, cervical cancer, endometrial cancer and other cancers of the female reproductive system. He performs traditional, complicated and minimally invasive gynecologic surgeries.

UCSF recruited Alvarez to serve as director of clinical trials for the Division of Gynecologic Oncology. He is involved with NRG Oncology, a cooperative research group for cancer clinical trials sponsored by the National Cancer Institute. Before coming to UCSF, he directed chemotherapy services for gynecologic cancers at the University of California, Davis.

In addition to caring for patients, Alvarez has a strong commitment to teaching medical students, residents and fellows.

Education & training

Board certification

  • Gynecologic Oncology, American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology, American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Fellowship

  • Oncology, University of Miami School of Medicine GME

Residency

  • Gynecology, LAC - USC Medical Center

Internship

  • Obstetrics, LAC - USC Medical Center

Degree

  • MD, University of California Med Ctr at San Diego

My expertise

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    Average rating

    4.9
    4.9 out of 5 Stars
    295 ratings
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    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      January 30, 2026

      The doctor patiently / professionally answered all my questions, and arranged a surgery early next week, during the office visit. The entire process was very efficient and showed the high responsibility of the doctor.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      January 12, 2026

      Dr. Alvarez was excellent. He listened to me.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      January 11, 2026

      Look forward to these visits. I feel angst sometimes coming in and always feel happy, comfortable, well informed, and cared for by Dr. Alvarez and his fabulous assistants (they are amazing also).

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      January 9, 2026

      Dr. Alvarez is exceptional.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      January 6, 2026

      Wonderful level of care. Everyone wa kind and very professional.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      December 20, 2025

      Dr. Alvarez was very attentive, thorough, and explanatory. I would highly recommend him.

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