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Dr. Aijaz Alvi, MD
Ear, Nose, and Throat*
Dr. Aijaz Alvi, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Elgin, IL. Dr. Alvi has extensive experience in Upper Respiratory Conditions. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Bolingbrook and Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
4.5 Star Rating
Based on 64 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (64 reviews)
Practice
1750 N Randall Rd Ste 210 Elgin, IL 60123Telehealth available
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Dr. Alvi's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Alvi
4.5
64 ratings, 40 with a written review
| 5 star | 88% | 88% |
| 4 star | 0% | 0% |
| 3 star | 2% | 2% |
| 2 star | 0% | 0% |
| 1 star | 11% | 11% |
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Amazing Doctor!
What went well
- I felt respected
- 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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Monica Vargas – Nov 15, 2023
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Outstanding Dr. Dr.Alvi
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Jul 20, 2023
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Dr Alvi always puts me at ease.
What went well
- I felt respected
- 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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Mary S – Jul 20, 2023
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Great Dr. and staff
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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M. Benoy – Nov 17, 2022
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Personable Doc!
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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Sep 03, 2022
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Awesome staff very friendly and helpful. Dr. Alvi makes you feel very comfortable and discusses with you any questions or concerns.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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James Johnson – Dec 08, 2020
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Dr. Alvi is kind and compassionate. I refer him to all my friends and family members!
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No results
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Sep 18, 2019
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Great personality, very easy to talk with. Preformed Surgery for Deviated septum and installed drain tube in ear. Surgery and recovery went smoothly. No complications
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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Johnsburg, KY – Feb 07, 2019
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I've struggled with sinus congestion for years-constant use of decongestant sprays just to be able to breathe. The thought of sinus surgery really scared me because I'd heard lots of horror stories. Dr. Alvi promised the surgery to repair my deviated septum and clean out my sinuses would be painless and effective and he didn't lie. Anytime I called with questions, he returned my call personally. He's kind and genuinely cares. I'm 100% better thanks to him. Simply put, he's the ABSOLUTE BEST!!!
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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Sharon Bakey in IL, IL – Aug 18, 2018
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Excellent doctor and staff with great bedside manner. Took care of my son through the entire process.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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
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Huntley, IL – May 24, 2018
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It is an awesome feeling to be treated with friendly, professional, knowledgeable, experienced and compassionate care.
I am always seen or treated in a timely manor.
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I am able to be myself.
I appreciate the timely follow-ups and willingness to answer all of my questions.
The entire staff is always professional, caring and do their jobs very well.
“I am truly blessed with my medical care experts and their team and know I am receiving the best possible medical care
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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jeff – Feb 09, 2018
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Dr. Alvi Solved my long time sinus issue! Has a convenient CT machine in the Elgin office.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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Barrington – Feb 07, 2018
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A Great experience. Everything was explained to me with all my options. Kind & caring.
Would highly recommend this Dr to friends and family.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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Mary Wallin in Carol Stream, IL – Sep 21, 2017
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Dr. Alvi recently took our four year old son's tonsils out. He did an excellent job and the recovery was great. We have been happy with every visit to his office. Everyone is always friendly, the wait time is minimal and we trust Dr. Alvi's opinions and recommendations.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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Jamie in Elgin, IL – Aug 22, 2017
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I had terrible sinus issues for years and decided to finally get it taken care of. Dr Alvi was quick and to the point and didn't make me try a million different things before finding the one that would work. We did an allergy test and ct of my sinuses and decided sinus surgery would be the best route for my issue. I was asleep for surgery but the recovery was painless. The surgery was on a Wednesday and I was back at work the following Monday. Dr. Alvi was great and I highly recommend him!
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 15, 2017
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Dr.Alvi has been a wonderful doctor to me, he helped me with my sinus problem , he did my surgery on my nose and I feel great. His bed side manner is excellent he explain everything to my husband on what he did. I would recommend him to everybody .
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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Karen.Wachel in Roselle, IL – Jul 18, 2017
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Its scary to be told you may have cancer. At my initial visit with Dr. Aijaz Alvi, he took the time to sit and genuinely listen to my wife & I giving us comfort that he (and my team of doctors) know what they are doing to tackle my health issue. Dr. Alvi performed successful oral surgery, resulting in removal of a cancerous lesion with very little post surgery pain. My wife said he is wonderful. I asked her if she would say the same thing if my outcome wasn't as successful? She said yes!
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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Robert B. in Lake Zurich, IL – May 26, 2017
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I visited doctor for my daughters nose. As mentioned by other reviewers that doctor did listened to us patiently and checked inside nose with a lighted camera. I thought it is just like my daughter primary care physician uses torch light in every doctors office. But when i received the bill it was termed as surgery and it was charged for $400 and i ended up paying it out of my pocket. To me that sounds very unfair. I just want others to be aware that.
What went well
- Listened & answered questions
- Wait times
What could be improved
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Patient in Elgin, IL – Nov 19, 2016
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Office is prompt. Dr. Alvi is very knowledgeable and explains diagnosis clearly. Easy to get appointments and follow-up is excellent.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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 other person found this helpful
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Terese B. in North Barrington, IL – Oct 31, 2016
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Excellent, professional office.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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 other person found this helpful
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Donovan W. in Barrington, IL – Oct 28, 2016
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Dr. Aijaz Alvi, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Elgin, IL. Dr. Alvi has extensive experience in Upper Respiratory Conditions. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Bolingbrook and Advocate...read moreEar, Nose, and Throat
Sleep Medicine Otolaryngology
Pediatric Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat)
Laryngology
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Otolaryngic Allergy
Sinus Surgery
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University Of Pittsburgh
Fellowship HospitalAlbert Einstein College Of Med
Internship HospitalPenn State University College Of Medicine
Medical SchoolRosalind Franklin University Chicago Medical School
Long Island Jewish Medical Center
Internship Hospital, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology
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Otolaryngology†
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
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Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
†Self designated
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Office1710 N Randall Rd Ste 210 Elgin, IL 60123
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- Recipient of 26
hospital awardsView all awardsAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
89%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home5% higher than the national average
79%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well4% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 3
hospital awardsView all awardsOutstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)
Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
86%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home2% higher than the national average
78%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well3% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 3
hospital awardsView all awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
83%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home1% lower than the national average
69%Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean2% higher than the national average
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