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Alireza Pirestani, DO

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  • 404 Fox Hunt Dr, Bear, DE 19701
  • Pediatricians
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About Alireza Pirestani, DO

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About Alireza Pirestani, DO

Dr. Alireza Pirestani, DO is an Internal Medicine Specialist in Bear, DE, offering comprehensive medical care for any medical condition. Dr. Pirestani is a part of Christiana Hospital, a leader in the medical field, and is dedicated to providing the best medical care to his patients. With years of experience, he offers professional and personalized medical care, utilizing the latest medical technologies to ensure the best possible results. At Dr. Pirestani’s practice, we believe in creating a warm and welcoming environment for our patients and strive to provide excellent customer service. Our team is highly experienced and dedicated to delivering high-quality care. We are committed to helping our patients and families achieve their health goals.

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Services

Working hours

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Closed all day

  • Monday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm

  • Tuesday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm

  • Wednesday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm

  • Thursday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm

  • Friday

    9:00 am - 5:00 pm

  • Saturday

    Closed all day

  • Sunday

    Closed all day

  • Local time

    02/15/2026 12:55 pm

Languages

  • English

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Contact Phone number is (302) 836-2864.
https://doctors.christianacare.org

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