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Dr. Fakhre Alam, MD

Dr. Fakhre Alam, MD

Sleep Medicine*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Fakhre Alam, MD is a sleep medicine internist in Carbondale, IL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Dow Medical College Karachi in 1990. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Hardin County General Hospital and Heartland Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.6 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 2.6 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

2731 W Main St Ste A Carbondale, IL 62901
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(618) 549-6378

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Alam specializes in the areas of Neurology & Sleep Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Alam's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Alam

2.6

16 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 Star
25%
25%
4 Star
13%
13%
3 Star
6%
6%
2 Star
6%
6%
1 Star
50%
50%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
Helpful
ELC – Mar 17, 2025
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Aug 13, 2021
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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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Marion, IL – Apr 06, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Carbondale, IL – Jan 24, 2017
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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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Carbondale, IL – Jun 02, 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
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Frank Hunsaker in Carbondale, IL – Feb 12, 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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Madeline Miller in Carbondale, IL – Feb 11, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Fakhre Alam, MD is a sleep medicine internist in Carbondale, IL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Dow Medical College Karachi in 1990. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Hardin County...read more

  • Sleep Medicine

  • Neurology

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  • Dow Medical College Karachi

    Medical School, 1990
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Neurology
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Sleep Medicine
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Locations

Practice

S I Neurology & Sleep Medicine LLC2731 W Main St Ste A Carbondale, IL 62901
1

Practice

Premier Sleep Center400 Lincoln Dr Herrin, IL 62948
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Hardin County General Hospital

    6 Ferrell Rd
    Rosiclare, IL 62982

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

    96%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    23% higher than the national average

    95%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    13% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • SIH St. Joseph Memorial Hospital

    2 S Hospital Dr
    Murphysboro, IL 62966

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

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

    2% higher than the national average

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

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Memorial Hospital of Carbondale

    405 W Jackson St
    Carbondale, IL 62901
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (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.

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

    1% lower than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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