Dr. Murad Alam, MD
Dermatology•Male•Age 53
Accepting new patients
Telehealth services available
676 N Saint Clair St Ste 1600
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(312) 574-3157
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Dr. Murad Alam, MD is a Dermatologist in Chicago, IL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Alam has more experience with Mohs Surgery, Dermatologic Oncology, and Cosmetic Dermatology than other specialists in his area. He graduated from Yale University medical school in 1996. He is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients and has indicated that he accepts telehealth appointments. Be sure to call ahead with Dr. Alam to book an appointment.
Accepting new patients
Dr. Murad Alam, MD
Dermatology
Northwestern Medical GroupChicago, IL 60611
676 N Saint Clair St Ste 1600
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What went well
- Office environment (30)
- Appointment scheduling (28)
- Explained conditions well (28)
What could be improved
- Appointment was rushed (11)
- Didn't listen or answer questions (11)
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions (11)
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Over 2 hours late to the appointment. Office was dirty and the staff masks not over their noses.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Difficult to schedule appointment
- Office environment
- Staff wasn't friendly
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Oct 26, 2020
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I went to Dr. Alam’s office yesterday and the office was a disorganized circus. I was told at check in that my visit would be 45 minutes to an hour delayed. I waited 45 minutes after my appointment time and then was told it could be another 30 minutes to 45 minutes and that a patient with an appointment an hour before mine was still waiting. When asked if this was normal, I was told it was for a Monday. And the waiting area was small and congested with no effort for social distancing. If they cared about patient experience and the time commitment one takes to take time out of their schedule, they could have notified me before I left my house they were running behind. They showed no respect for patients.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Difficult to schedule appointment
Sep 29, 2020
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This Dr changed my life. Having a severe case of Rosacea on my nose, he was able to surgically correct appearance back to normal. Although i was very nervous with the procedure he was able to relax me through this procedure. Not sure how I could ever thank this Dr enough, but he is truly a great surgeon.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
SS – Jan 16, 2020
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I saw Dr. Alam today for a squamous cell carcinoma in my lower lip. It was my first major surgery and he and his team took wonderful care of me. I was in their office and waiting room in and out of procedures for 8 hours. Yes, a long time to wait, but when your health is on the line I would do it again. Thankful for the attention to detail of Dr. Alam. His team made me feel comfortable and I can not recommend him highly enough.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
- Long wait times
Katie in Chicago, IL – Jun 14, 2018
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I have been under Dr. Alam's care almost since he started at Northwestern. Prior to that I had been seen by nearly every major facility in Chicagoland and many across the Country. Being a Veteran skin cancer patient, having thousands of lesions removed using every known modality, I can attest to Dr. Alam knowledge. Not only is he extremely knowledgeable in his field but far beyond that he is highly skilled at his trade. Above all is his caring and kindness for each and every patient. Thanks Doc
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Tony in peotone – Apr 19, 2018
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Dr. Alam explained that a specific office visit would be covered by insurance. It was not. I disputed the charge. Northwestern Medicine refuses to remove the charge from my account.
I cannot recommend a physician that promises a procedure would be covered by insurance and then charge me an out-of-pocket expense. Dr. Alam cannot be trusted.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Jan 19, 2018
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Dr. Alam is an excellent surgeon and has a fine team of assistants. He is always pleasant courteous and even talks to make sure you're calm during surgery. Never condescending. and if you need stitches he is as good as a plastic surgeon.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
JG in Chicago, IL – Nov 28, 2017
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I would Dr. Alam 4 or 5 stars but my experience was unsatisfactory.
I arrived at 8:30. after a 10-minute walk from home and was taken at 9:00. The basal cell removal was done by 9:30. I was told to return in 45 minutes for results, although it could be 90. Returning at 10:15, I found the nurse at 11 who said results were negative and I'd get stiches shortly. At 1:15, I told another nurse if he wasn't in in 15 minutes I was leaving. He showed up at 1:30. I could've waited at home.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Chicago, IL – Oct 24, 2017
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I cannot speak highly enough of Dr. Alam. I was diagnosed with a squamous cell carcinoma on my upper eye just under my brow. At my request he fit me in for a consultation. He listened to and addressed all my concerns, was kind and patient. He fully explained the procedure and put me at total ease. During the procedure, he was gentle, considerate and seemed highly skilled. He and his team were the ultimate professionals. I have the utmost confidence in him and rate him 10 out of 10
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
ilene dietz in Barrington Hills – Oct 20, 2017
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Alam is my favorite doctor, hands down. He is extremely caring, he spends generous amounts of time with his patients and will fully explain treatment options. This man literally saved my life. He is brilliant, compassionate and a gift to medicine.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Karen in Barrington, IL – Apr 27, 2017
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you will never find a better doctor!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Amelia Lewis in chicago – Oct 18, 2016
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So knowledgeable and caring about my frequent lower leg squamous cell skin cancers. Concerned about Mohs surgery being pain free and trying several procedures to eliminate sun damaged cells so they don`t become skin cancer. Sometimes have to wait but so worth it.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Heather B. in Chicago, IL – Oct 14, 2016
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Very professional, talked to me before and after surgery so I could make informed decisions. Great follow-ups. Scar in minimal.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Linda G in Chicago, IL – Jul 01, 2016