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Dr. Alan Tell, MD

Dr. Alan Tell, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat*

Dr. Alan Tell, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Hackensack, NJ. He is affiliated with medical facilities Valley Hospital and Hackensack University Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Practice

140 Prospect Ave Ste 7 Hackensack, NJ 07601

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions

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Dr. Tell's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Tell

4.4
14 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 star
79%
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4 star
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3 star
7%
7%
2 star
7%
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1 star
7%
7%

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Excellent one visit and took care of my problem. Recommend him highly !!
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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Jul 18, 2022
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My experience with Dr. Tell was very good. He’s very thorough and considerate. He didn’t rush explaining the issue I had with my ear. HOWEVER, his employee particularly a person name Elysse was rude and exhibited bad interaction with me. I understand that she may be busy, but she could have handled my phone conversation with her in a much better way….old adage “customer is always right”. The issue I would like to discuss with her is a bill that was sent to me. Initially, she was talking OVER ME, so she didn’t initially understand the issue I had. She said that she looked briefly at the statement that they sent and found that it’s not correct and it will be adjusted. She failed to listen to the rest of what I was saying because she cut me short and said that they will send me another bill for less amount and it’s up to me what I want to do with it. Is this the right way an employee representing a Doctor’s office behave? Terrible and absolutely disgraceful.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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Sep 03, 2021
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First visit. Got the job done. Gave me enough time to discuss issues. Little wait time.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Sep 04, 2019
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Staff was nice! He is an excellent doctor. He took his time with me and listened to everything I had to say. He also answered all of my questions.
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
13 others found this helpful
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Fair Lawn, NJ – Jun 24, 2017
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We are committed to delivering the best care and an exceptional patient experience. We are devoted to providing services that are patient-centered and compassionate, and care for you as a person.
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

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

  • Brookdale Medical Center

    Residency Hospital
  • Sinai Hospital Of Baltimore

    Residency Hospital
  • Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center

    Residency Hospital
  • Autonomous University Of Guadalajara School Of Medicine

    Medical School
  • Brookdale University Hospital Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1981
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology
Otolaryngology
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Self designated 
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    Locations

    Practice

    Alan M. Tell MD140 Prospect Ave Ste 7 Hackensack, NJ 07601
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Valley Hospital

      223 N Van Dien Ave
      Ridgewood, NJ 07450
      Recipient of 48
      hospital awards

      America's 100 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

      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

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

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      77%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

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    • Hackensack University Medical Center

      30 Prospect Ave
      Hackensack, NJ 07601
      Recipient of 29
      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, 2023)

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

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

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

      75%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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