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Dr. Tord Alden, MD

Dr. Tord Alden, MD

Pediatric Neurosurgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Tord Alden, MD is a pediatric neurosurgery specialist in Chicago, IL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rush Medical College in 1995. He is affiliated with Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Practice

225 E Chicago Ave Chicago, IL 60611
Telehealth available
(312) 227-4000

Dr. Alden is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Alden specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Alden's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Alden

4.7

14 ratings, 3 with a written review
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1 Star
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
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
2 people found this helpful
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Robin in Chicago, IL – Jul 09, 2016
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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
4 people found this helpful
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Naperville, IL – Apr 26, 2016
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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
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
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lkp in Chicago, IL – Jan 14, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Tord Alden, MD is a pediatric neurosurgery specialist in Chicago, IL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rush Medical College in 1995. He is affiliated with Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Pediatric Neurosurgery

  • Neurosurgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Children's Hospital And Regional Medical Center, Seattle

    Fellowship Hospital, 2004

  • Auckland Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 2002

  • University Of Virginia Health Sciences Center

    Residency Hospital, 2000

  • The Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania

    Internship Hospital, 1996

  • Rush Medical College

    Medical School, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Alden is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago225 E Chicago Ave Chicago, IL 60611
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    Practice

    Childrens Memorial Hospital2300 N Childrens Plz Chicago, IL 60614
    2
    Office35422 Eagle Way Chicago, IL 60678
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

      225 E Chicago Ave
      Chicago, IL 60611
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