David Alster
Endocrinology-Diabetes | Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
5910 N LA CHOLLA BLVD TUCSON AZ, 85741About
Dr. David Alster practices Endocrinology in Tucson, AZ. Dr. Alster specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases related to hormone imbalance, and the bodys glands in the endocrine system. Endocrinologists are trained and certified to treat a variety of conditions, including menopause, diabetes, infertility, and thyroid disorders, among many others. Dr. Alster examines patients, determines means of testing, diagnoses, and decides the best treatment methods.
Education and Training
Tulane University of Louisiana 1982
Tulane University School of Medicine 1982
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Endocrinology and Metabolism
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Hyperthyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Goiter
- Graves' Disease
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