Dr. Nivea I Alvarado MD
Pediatrician
3004 S W S Young Dr Killeen TX, 76542About
Dr. Nivea Alvarado is a pediatrician practicing in Killeen, TX. Dr. Alvarado is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Alvarado diagnoses and treats infections, injuries, diseases and other disorders in children. Pediatricians typically work with infants, children, teenagers and young adults up to age 21. They practice medical care as well as preventative health care. Dr. Alvarado can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine 1983
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Treatments
- Asthma
- Allergies
- Learning Disabilities
- Hay Fever (allergic Rhinitis)
- Allergic Reaction
- Tonsillitis
- Stomach Flu
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)
- Strep Throat
Dr. Nivea I Alvarado MD's Practice location
Dr. Nivea I Alvarado MD's reviews
Write ReviewPatient Experience with Dr. Alvarado
Recommended Articles
- What Are the Most Obvious Symptoms of Appendicitis?
Appendicitis is a condition that causes the inflammation of the appendix. The appendix is a tube around 3½ inch long and extends from the large intestine. It is said that the appendix has a role in gut immunity, but nothing as yet is definite with regard to its function. An individual can live...
- Is the MMR Vaccine Safe for My Baby?
It is natural to be concerned about whether immunization is safe for your child or not. However, doctors recommend getting children immunized because vaccines are thoroughly checked before they are licensed for use. The measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine is the most effective way to protect...
- Century-Old Drug Could Be a New Approach to Autism Treatment
What is suramin?Suramin is a drug that was developed about 100 years ago to treat parasite-borne illnesses such as African sleeping sickness and river blindness. The drug has been around since then, and is actually relatively cheap to manufacture and distribute. A single one-month dose to treat one...
- Does the Pertussis Vaccine Have Any Contraindications and Side Effects?
Pertussis is an infection of the upper respiratory system. The disease is highly contagious and spreads through the coughing and sneezing of an infected individual. This highly contagious and airborne disease is caused by the bacteria called Bordetella pertussis. The symptoms of pertussis typically...
- What Is HSV-1?
Herpes Simplex Virus 1 (HSV-1)HSV-1 or herpes simplex virus type 1 is a type of herpes simplex virus that causes cold sores. It is called "oral herpes" because it often causes sores around the mouth or on the lips. Cold sores are also called as fever blisters. However, the sores can also be found...
- Tdap Vaccine for Whooping Cough
The Tdap vaccine protects the body from three diseases: tetanus, diphtheria, and whooping cough....
Nearby Providers
- Dr. Lilian Villegas Blankenship M.D,3004 S W S Young Dr Killeen TX 76542
- Dr. Manzoor S Farooqi MD3004 S W S Young Dr Killeen TX 76542