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Dr. Alexander R. Hover MD

Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology

5/5(5)
2115 S Fremont Ave Suite 3300 Springfield MO, 65804
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Dr. Alexander Hover is a gastroenterologist practicing in Springfield, MO. Dr. Hover specializes in the digestive system and its diseases that affect the gastrointestinal tract, which include organs from the mouth to the anus as well as liver disorders. Gastroenterology includes conditions such as hepatitis, peptic ulcer disease, colitis, nutritional problems and irritable bowel syndrome. Dr. Hover performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.

Education and Training

Saint Louis University School of Medicine 1976

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 41 years of experience

Expert Publications

Data provided by the National Library of Medicine

Treatments

  • Acid Reflux
  • Pain

Dr. Alexander R. Hover MD's Practice location

Practice At 2115 S Fremont Ave Suite 3300

2115 S Fremont Ave Suite 3300 -
Springfield, MO 65804
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New patients: 417-841-5200
Fax: 417-841-5220
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525 BRANSON LANDING BLVD -
BRANSON, MO 65616
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New patients: 417-348-8080
Fax: 417-334-3038

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Dr. Alexander R. Hover MD has a rating of 5 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 5 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Gastroenterologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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