Dr. David Alpern, MD
Internal Medicine  · Â
Male  · Â
Age 65
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Dr. David Alpern, MD is an internal medicine specialist in Northampton, MA and has been practicing for 36 years. He graduated from Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine in 1979 and specializes in internal medicine.
Insurance Accepted
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
- Cigna
- Connecticare
- Fallon Community Health Plan
- First Health (Coventry Health Care)
- Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
- Health Net
- Humana
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This content was provided by Dr. Alpern "Dr. David Alpern has been in practice since 1985. While many physicians are using electronic medical records, Dr. Alpern has been using that technology since 1991. Dr. Alpern focuses on you, the patient. He understands your concerns, answers your questions, and engages you in your plan of care. He accomplishes this by listening carefully and developing relationships based upon trust. His attention to detail is well known within the community that he serves."
1 Â Specialties
- Internal Medicine
1 Â Board Certifications
- Internal MedicineAccredited by: American Board of Internal Medicine*
196 Â Conditions Treated
- Abdominal Disorders
- Abdominal Pain
- Abnormal Thyroid
- Acidosis
- Acne
- Acute Bronchitis
- Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
- Acute Sinusitis
- Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
- Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
- Alkalosis
- All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
- All Types of Food Poisoning
- Allergic Reaction
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Anaphylactic Food Allergies
- Anaphylaxis
- Anemia
- Anxiety
- Arthritis
- Arthritis of the Elbow
- Asthma
- Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
- Ataxia
- Atherosclerosis
- Back Pain
- Bedsores
- Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
- Bladder Diseases
- Blood Disorders
- Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
- Bone Disorders
- Breast Diseases
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchitis
- Calcium Metabolism Disorders
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Cellulitis
- Chest Pain
- Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Chronic Neck Pain
- Chronic Pain
- Chronic Venous Embolism Thrombosis
- Confusion
- Congestive Heart Failure
- Constipation
- COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
- Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
- Cough
- Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Dehydration
- Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus, Secondary
- Diabetes Type 1
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Diarrhea
- Difficulty With Walking
- Diverticulosis, Intestinal
- Dizziness
- Dysentery
- Dysphagia
- Dysthymia (Chronic Depression)
- Dysthymia and Cyclothymia (Mood Disorders)
- Ear Disorders
- Elbow Injuries
- Emphysema
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enteritis
- Erectile Dysfunction
- Esophageal Diseases
- Esophagitis
- Essential Tremor
- Fever
- Fibromyalgia
- Foot Conditions
- Gait Abnormality
- Gas-Bloat Syndrome
- Gastritis
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Gastrointestinal Diseases
- Genital Herpes
- Glaucoma
- Gout
- Headache
- Heart Disease
- Heart Palpitations
- Heartburn
- Hemorrhoids
- Herpes Simplex Infection
- Herpes Zoster Without Complication
- High Cholesterol
- Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia)
- Hypercalcemia
- Hyperkalemia
- Hyperlipidemia
- Hypertension
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypoglycemia
- Hypokalemia
- Hypotension
- Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
- Hypothyroidism
- Indigestion
- Insomnia
- Iron Metabolism Disorders
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Itchy Skin
- Joint Pain
- Knee Disorders
- Larynx Conditions
- Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
- Limb Cramp
- Limb Pain
- Limb Swelling
- Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
- Lipid Disorders
- Liver Damage from Alcohol
- Low Back Pain
- Low Blood Oxygen Level
- Malaise and Fatigue
- Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
- Migraine
- Mineral Metabolism Disorders
- Muscle Weakness
- Nausea
- Neck Muscle Strain
- Neurogenic Bladder
- Nighttime Urination (Nocturia)
- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
- Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Obesity
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of Ankle and Foot
- Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
- Osteoarthritis of Hands
- Osteoarthritis of Hip
- Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
- Osteoarthritis of Knee
- Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
- Osteopenia
- Osteoporosis
- Painful Urination (Dysuria)
- Partial Lung Collapse
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome or Knee Pain
- Peptic Ulcer
- Peripheral Nerve Disorders
- Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
- Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
- Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Pneumonia
- Pollen Allergy
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
- Polyneuropathy
- Pulmonary Disease
- Rash
- Reflux Esophagitis
- Restless Leg Syndrome
- Rib Fracture
- Rickets
- Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
- Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
- Shingles
- Shortness of Breath
- Shoulder Disorders
- Sinusitis
- Skin Infections
- Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Disorders
- Spermatocele
- Spondylosis
- Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
- Stomach Diseases
- Symptomatic Menopause
- Testicular Dysfunction
- Thrombosis
- Thyroid Disease
- Tobacco Use Disorder
- Torticollis
- Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
- Tremor
- Ulcer
- Urinary Disorders
- Urinary Incontinence
- Urinary Stones
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
- Vascular Disease
- Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
- Vertigo
- Viral Infection
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Wheezing
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27 Â Procedures
- Anemia and Iron Deficiency Screening
- Cardiovascular Stress Test
- Cholesterol Screening
- Diabetes Screening
- Electrocardiogram (EKG)
- Gonorrhea Screening
- Gynecological Examination
- Hepatitis A Screening
- Hepatitis B Virus Screening
- Hepatitis C Virus Screening
- Hepatitis Screening
- Herpes Simplex Screening
- HIV Screening
- Human Papillomavirus DNA Testing
- Immunization
- Liver Function Test
- Osteoporosis Screening
- Oximetry
- Pap Smear
- Pelvic Exams
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Pulmonary Function Test
- Sexually Transmitted Infections Screening
- Syphilis Screening
- Thyroid Screening
- Urinalysis
- Wellness Examination
Background Check
0 Malpractice Claims
No malpractice history found for Massachusetts.
0 Sanctions
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0 Board Actions
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Education
- Case Western Reserve University School Of MedicineMedical School | Graduated 1979
- Mt Sinai Med CenterInternship Hospital | Completed 1983
- Mt Sinai Med CenterResidency Hospital | Completed 1985
- Cleveland Clinic FoundationFellowship Hospital | Completed 1982
- Behavioral Medicine Fellowship At Cambridge HospitalOther Education | Completed 1991
Awards & Recognition
Awards & Honors
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Media & Publications
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Languages Spoken
- English
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- AetnaAetna HMOAetna PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of MassachusettsBlue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts HMOBlue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts PPO
- CignaCigna HMOCigna PPOGreat West Healthcare-Cigna HMO
- ConnecticareConnecticare HMO
- Fallon Community Health Plan
- First Health (Coventry Health Care)First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- Harvard Pilgrim Health CareHarvard Pilgrim Health Care PPO
- Health Net
- HumanaChoice Care PPO
- Medicaid
- MedicareSpecial Needs Plan SNP
- MultiPlanMultiPlan PPO
- Network HealthNetwork Health HMO
- Northeast Health DirectNortheast Health Direct PPO
- Private HealthCare SystemsPrivate HealthCare Systems PPO
- Tufts Health PlanTufts PPO
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