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Dr. Allen Anderson, MD

Dr. Allen Anderson, MD

Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant Cardiology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Allen Anderson, MD is an advanced heart failure & transplant cardiologist in Chicago, IL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Emory University School of Medicine in 1990. He is affiliated with University Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Bluhm Cardiovascular Institute of Northwestern

675 N Saint Clair St Ste 20-100 Chicago, IL 60611
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Dr. Anderson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Anderson

4.2
14 ratings, 7 with a written review
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I have been a patient of Dr Anderson for over 23 years. I started with him at the University of Chicago followed him to Northwestern University and now to the University of Texas in San Antonio. I would not entrust my life with anyone else
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
2 others found this helpful
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Bob Phares – Oct 31, 2022
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Love this doctor. He helped my husband immensely and treats us both with respect and concern. He never rushes us, wants to hear about the whole patient, not just heart concerns so he can assess the whole picture. Also his nurse Caleb is efficient, extremely helpful and pleasant to work with.
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
  • Long wait times
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Amy Schubert in Crest Hill, IL – Sep 26, 2019
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Life saver. I was diagnosed with pregnancy related heart failure and was misdiagnosed originally as acute renal failure. Once I met Dr. Anderson, I immediately felt confident that I was under the best care. Under his direction, I did get better in 6 months with cardiac rehabilitation.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Chicago, IL – Feb 05, 2019
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Dr. Anderson Keeps saving my life!!!! He is the absolute best cardiologist I've meet along with his team. (been diagnosed 6 years ago)... Thank You Doctor!!!!!!!!
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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Alex L in Buffalo Grove – Feb 24, 2017
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Consistently more than 2 hours late for appointments. Appointment needs to be scheduled 5-6 months in advance. Mis-diagnosed a heart condition that was identified by an off-staff cardiologist. NM's culture focuses on revenue not quality of patient care. Unresponsive to questions.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
4 others found this helpful
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Dec 14, 2016
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Needs to work on being more gentle with patients, especially during the recovery. I felt the way he treated my wife was not tactful at all. I would expect this from a free clinic, but not from Northwestern.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
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
3 others found this helpful
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Orlando Hernandez in Chicago, IL – May 06, 2016
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Saved my life, no complaints!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Feb 05, 2016
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care philosophy

Our goal is to provide highly specialized care for heart failure patients at all stages of their illness. I work with a team of physicians, surgeons, and nurses to individualize care. We strive to offer a comprehensive, patient-centered approach unrivaled in the midwest.

  • Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant Cardiology

  • Cardiology

  • Interventional Cardiology

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  • University Chicago-pritzker School Of Medicine|university Of Chicago Medical Center|visting Fellowship, Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center, 1996-1997

    Fellowship Hospital, 1997

  • New York University Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1994

  • Bellevue Hospital Center

    Internship Hospital, 1991

  • Emory University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1990
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology
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Cardiovascular Disease
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    Locations

    Bluhm Cardiovascular Institute of Northwestern

    NMFF Department of Neusurgey675 N Saint Clair St Ste 20-100 Chicago, IL 60611
    1
    (312) 664-3278

    Bluhm Cardiovascular Institute

    Allen S. Anderson MD676 N Saint Clair St Ste 600 Chicago, IL 60611
    2
    (312) 695-4965

    Northwestern Medicine Primary & Specialty Care

    Northwestern Medical Group800 N Westmoreland Rd Ste 205 Lake Forest, IL 60045
    3
    (847) 234-4310

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    Office676 N Saint Clair St Ste 600 Chicago, IL 60611
    4
    (312) 695-0008

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