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Dr. Alissa Block-Rissman, DO

Dr. Alissa Block-Rissman, DO

Pediatrics*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Alissa Block-Rissman, DO is a pediatrician in Vernon Hills, IL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Midwestern University Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2004. She is affiliated with medical facilities Northshore University Healthsystem Evanston Hospital and Highland Park Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.7 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 2.7 Star Rating (11 reviews)

Practice

830 W End Ct Ste 500 Vernon Hills, IL 60061
Telehealth available
(847) 522-8900

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Block-Rissman specializes in the area of Pediatrics. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Block-Rissman's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Block-Rissman

2.7

11 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 Star
36%
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4 Star
9%
9%
3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
55%
55%

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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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J Connon – Nov 08, 2019
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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
Helpful
Renee – Aug 28, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Waukegan – Mar 14, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • 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
Helpful
San Antonio – Mar 07, 2018
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Grateful Parent in McHenry, IL – Oct 14, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Libertyville, IL – Jun 13, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
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Emily . in Libertyville, IL – Jun 11, 2016
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 people found this helpful
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Wanda in Vernon Hills, IL – Dec 30, 2015
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Dr. Alissa Block-Rissman, DO is a pediatrician in Vernon Hills, IL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Midwestern University Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2004. She is affiliated with medical...read more

  • Pediatrics

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  • Advocate Christ Medical Center/advocate Hope Children's Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 2007

  • Midwestern University Chicago College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 2004
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Pediatrics®
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Pediatrics
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Locations

Practice

Vernon Hills Pediatrics830 W End Ct Ste 500 Vernon Hills, IL 60061
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Practice

Northshore University Health System2650 Ridge Ave Evanston, IL 60201
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Northshore University Healthsystem Evanston Hospital

    2650 Ridge Ave
    Evanston, IL 60201
    Recipient of 17
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Highland Park Hospital

    777 Park Ave W
    Highland Park, IL 60035
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards
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