Leo A. de Alvare
Neurologist | Electrodiagnostic Medicine
101 Timber Lane Lafayette Louisiana, 70508About
Dr. Leo Alvare is a leading Board certified neurologist, uniquely specialized in Alzheimer?s disease, epilepsy, migraine disorders, and Multiple Sclerosis. Dr. Alvare is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, and received his training from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. With nearly 30 years of work experience, Dr. Alvare practices at North Star Neurology and is an attending physician to several local facilities.
Education and Training
Northwestern University of Chicago
Board Certification
Neurology
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Faculty Titles & Positions
- Local Public Speaking -
Awards
- Top Neurologist (5 years)
Internships
- Northwestern University of Chicago - 1988
Professional Society Memberships
- American Academy of Neurology,
What do you attribute your success to?
- Hard work and the love of his job
Hobbies / Sports
- Gardening, Cast Fishing
Favorite professional publications
- Journal of American Stroke
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