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Dr. Alan Silken, MD

Dr. Alan Silken, MD

Pediatrics*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Alan Silken, MD is a pediatrician in Norwood, MA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from yale University in 1974. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital and Milford Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 6 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (6 reviews)

Practice

825 Washington St Ste 200 Norwood, MA 02062

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Silken specializes in the areas of Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology & Pediatrics. See board certifications
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Silken's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Silken

3.5

6 ratings
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4 Star
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3 Star
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1 Star
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About Me

biography

Dr. Alan Silken, MD is a pediatrician in Norwood, MA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from yale University in 1974. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital and Milford Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.
  • Pediatrics

  • Pediatric Neurology

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  • Yale University

    Medical School, 1974
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology
American Board of Pediatrics®
Pediatrics
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Locations

Practice

Office825 Washington St Ste 200 Norwood, MA 02062
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Dr Kristen Lindgren193 Oak St Ste 1 Newton, MA 02464
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Office825 Washington St Ste 265 Norwood, MA 02062
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital

    1153 Centre St
    Boston, MA 02130
    Recipient of 28
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

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

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    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.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Newton-Wellesley Hospital

    2014 Washington St
    Newton, MA 02462
    Recipient of 15
    hospital awards

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

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

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (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.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Milford Regional Medical Center

    14 Prospect St
    Milford, MA 01757
    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.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

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

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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