Dr. David Alster, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism*•Male•Age 69

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism*

Dr. David Alster, MD is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in Tucson, AZ and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Alster has extensive experience in Gonadal Endocrine Disorders, Thyroid Disorders, and Diabetes & Glucose Monitoring. He graduated from NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF MASSOTHERAPY in 1989. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Oro Valley Hospital and Banner University Medical Center Phoenix. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. David Alster, MD

Practice

5910 N La Cholla Blvd Tucson, AZ 85741
Telehealth availableTelehealth services available
(520) 297-0404
Telehealth availableTelehealth services available
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Accepting new patients

(520) 297-0404

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Alster is affiliated with Banner University Medical Center Phoenix Phoenix, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Alster specializes in the areas of Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Alster's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Alster

2.5

32 ratings, 18 with a written review
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Margie in Tucson, AZ – Oct 28, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Caroline Barber – Jun 21, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
4 people found this helpful
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Dec 20, 2023
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
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Jim – Dec 11, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
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Dec 02, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
6 people found this helpful
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Debra Sterling.. – Nov 27, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Dave Powers – Aug 18, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Bobby Di Stefano – Mar 13, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
10 people found this helpful
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FH – Aug 20, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
9 people found this helpful
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Mar 19, 2020
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No results
What could be improved
No results
10 people found this helpful
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Jan 26, 2020
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What could be improved
No results
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May 23, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
15 people found this helpful
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Ann in Tucson, AZ – Oct 08, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
12 people found this helpful
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Oct 02, 2018
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
8 people found this helpful
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-------------------------- in Tucson, AZ – Jun 14, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Karen in Vail Az – Feb 28, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
12 people found this helpful
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JB in Tucson, AZ – Aug 17, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
28 people found this helpful
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Tucson ,az – Jan 26, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. David Alster, MD is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in Tucson, AZ and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Alster has extensive experience in Gonadal Endocrine Disorders, Thyroid Disorders, and Diabetes & Glucose...read more

  • Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

  • Internal Medicine

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  • National Institute Of Massotherapy

    Medical School, 1989
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology
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Internal Medicine
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Focus on Diabetes

Locations

Practice

Tucson Endocrine Associates PLLC5910 N La Cholla Blvd Tucson, AZ 85741
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Practice

Julia V Salmon1773 W Saint Marys Rd Ste 202 Tucson, AZ 85745
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Banner University Medical Center Phoenix

    1111 E McDowell Rd
    Phoenix, AZ 85006
    Recipient of 17
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Critical Care Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Oro Valley Hospital

    1551 E Tangerine Rd
    Oro Valley, AZ 85755
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    72%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Southwest Memorial Hospital

    1311 N Mildred Rd
    Cortez, CO 81321

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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