Alvaro Restrepo, M.D.

Alvaro Restrepo, M.D., is board certified in medical oncology. Dr. Restrepo’s inspiration to become a physician stems directly from his parents. He grew up with a father who was a professor in hematology and a mother who is a microbiologist. He was immersed in the medical sciences from an early age. He naturally developed a deep love for the field, following in their footsteps.

Dr. Restrepo’s clinical interest is deeply rooted in breast cancer. After completing his fellowship, he completed a dedicated year of breast cancer training at the University of Miami Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center. For more than 25 years, he has been involved in breast cancer research. It gives him the opportunity to witness and contribute to the remarkable transformations and improvements in patient care.

Dr Restrepo is a principal investigator of multiple trials on breast cancer for the last 20 years. He has been the director of the annual Breast Cancer Awareness 5K event since 2008, helping local foundations and raising more than a million dollars in proceeds for the community.

Outside of work, he enjoys working at his family’s Beefmaster cattle ranch in the Rio Grande Valley. He appreciates that it is a great way to stay connected to his roots and the land. He is an avid road cyclist and golfer.