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Dr. Alpesh Patel, MD

Dr. Alpesh Patel, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Alpesh Patel, MD is an orthopedic spine surgeon in Chicago, IL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in 2000. He is affiliated with medical facilities Northwestern Memorial Hospital and Elmhurst Hospital-Main Campus. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 27 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (27 reviews)

Practice

259 E Erie St Ste 1450 Chicago, IL 60611
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Patel specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. 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.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Patel's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Patel

4.1

27 ratings, 17 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
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Nov 24, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Ralph S – Jan 12, 2024
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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
Helpful
Mamadoc – Mar 22, 2022
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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
Helpful
Mar 20, 2022
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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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Christina – Feb 15, 2022
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Michael Geynisman – Jan 26, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Debbie ARVIO – Oct 09, 2020
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What went well
  • 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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
James in Chicago, IL – May 11, 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
16 people found this helpful
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Carol Stream – Apr 17, 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
13 people found this helpful
Helpful
Chicago, IL – Feb 27, 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
6 people found this helpful
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Maria Martinez in Miami Lakes, Florida – Nov 20, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Aug 02, 2017
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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
18 people found this helpful
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Liz H. in Lake Villa, IL – Feb 12, 2017
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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
6 people found this helpful
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St Charles, IL – Jul 06, 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
9 people found this helpful
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Terry Porter in Plainfield, IL – May 13, 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
  • Long wait times
12 people found this helpful
Helpful
Cathy in St. Charles, IL – Jan 28, 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
12 people found this helpful
Helpful
Marisa Kozachenok in Chicago, IL – Dec 29, 2015
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About Me

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care philosophy

I believe in listening to my patients and helping them create an individualized plan for their care. That plan should be based on high quality science, years of experience, and cutting edge technology to get patients the safest and best care possible.<
  • Orthopedic Spine Surgery

  • Spinal Cord Injury Medicine

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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

  • Thomas Jefferson University, Orthopaedic And Neurosurgical Spine Surgery

    Fellowship Hospital, 2006
  • Washington University Of St. Louis / Barnes-jewish Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 2005
  • Washington University Of St. Louis / Barnes-jewish Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 2001
  • Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2000
  • Cornell University

    Undergraduate School, 1996
  • Cornell University, Mechanical And Aerospace Engineering

    Undergraduate School, 1996
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Northwestern Center for Comprehensive Orthopaedic and Spine Care259 E Erie St Ste 1450 Chicago, IL 60611
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Practice

Northwestern Orthopaedic Surgery1200 S York St Ste 3100 Elmhurst, IL 60126
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  • Hours
    • Thu: 8:00am - 3:30pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Northwestern Memorial Hospital

    251 E Huron St
    Chicago, IL 60611
    Recipient of 29
    hospital awards

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

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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    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

    82%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    17% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Elmhurst Hospital-Main Campus

    155 E Brush Hill Rd
    Elmhurst, IL 60126
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 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 awards

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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