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Dr. Carl Bakken, MD

Dr. Carl Bakken, MD

Infectious Disease Medicine*
55+ years of experience

Dr. Carl Bakken, MD is an infectious disease internist in Arlington Heights, IL and has over 55 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in 1969. He is affiliated with Northwest Community Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.6 Star Rating
Based on 19 reviews 2.6 Star Rating (19 reviews)

Practice

1051 W Rand Rd Ste 110 Arlington Heights, IL 60004
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(847) 618-9292

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Bakken specializes in the areas of Infectious Disease & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Bakken's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bakken

2.6

19 ratings, 12 with a written review
5 Star
32%
32%
4 Star
11%
11%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
5%
5%
1 Star
53%
53%

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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
M, Older Patient in IL – Jun 25, 2018
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Elgin – Feb 05, 2018
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What went well
  • 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
James in Arlington Heights – Apr 14, 2017
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • 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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
R.J. in Arlington Heights, IL – Jan 17, 2017
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Tia in Palatine, IL – May 20, 2016
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What went well
No results
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
  • Long wait times
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
S.A.H. in Rolling Meadows, IL – May 04, 2016
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What went well
No results
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
  • Long wait times
11 people found this helpful
Helpful
Angelina in Arlington Heights, IL – May 04, 2016
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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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mark in Chicago, IL – May 03, 2016
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What went well
No results
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
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mary in Streamwood, IL – May 03, 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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Kevin M in Arlington Heights, IL – Apr 26, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Angela in Elmhurst, IL – Apr 24, 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Glenview, IL – Feb 09, 2016
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NCH Medical Group is here to seamlessly deliver coordinated, top quality healthcare in our medical offices, NCH Immediate Care Centers and hospital. Whether you're seeking routine medical care or something more specialized, the NCH Integrated System of Care connects you with the care you need.

  • Infectious Disease Medicine

  • Internal Medicine

  • Emergency Medicine

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

  • Rush Medical College

    Fellowship Hospital, 1974

  • Rush Presby St Lukes Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 1974

  • Baylor College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1969
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Infectious Disease
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Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Office1051 W Rand Rd Ste 110 Arlington Heights, IL 60004
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Northwest Community Hospital

    800 W Central Rd
    Arlington Heights, IL 60005
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    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

    View all awards

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

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

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

    1% lower than the national average

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