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Dr. Walter Alm, DPM

Dr. Walter Alm, DPM

Podiatry*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Walter Alm, DPM is a podiatry specialist in Elgin, IL and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Illinois College of Podiatric Medicine in 1976. He is affiliated with medical facilities Advocate Sherman Hospital and Presence Saint Joseph Hospital Elgin. He is accepting new patients.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (10 reviews)

Practice

1795 Grandstand Pl Elgin, IL 60123

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Dr. Alm is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Podiatry

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

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Dr. Alm's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Alm

4.2

10 ratings, 3 with a written review
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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
What could be improved
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1 person found this helpful
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Evelyn – Jun 04, 2020
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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
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Catherine Sullivan in Mount Prospect, IL – Nov 11, 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
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Faith MacKenzie in Barrington il – Nov 11, 2016
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About Me

biography

My philosophy is very simple, it's golden rule medicine, "I try to treat all patients as I would want to be treated myself"

I try to be caring, comprehensive and informative.  I always try to explain options as to care available,...
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  • Podiatry

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

  • Post Doctoral Master Of Science, Pennsylvania College Of Podiatric Medicine

    1981
  • Illinois College Of Podiatric Medicine

    Medical School, 1976
  • Northlake Community Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1976
  • Northern Illinois University

    Undergraduate School, 1972

Dr. Alm is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Podiatry

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    Locations

    Practice

    Chicago Neuroscience Institute LTD1795 Grandstand Pl Elgin, IL 60123
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    Practice

    Cary-Grove Foot & Ankle Center Inc.113 W Main St Cary, IL 60013
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    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 6:00pm
      • Tue: 7:00am - 7:00pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 6:00pm
      • Thu: 10:00am - 6:00pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 4:00pm
      • Sat: 8:30am - 12:00pm
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Advocate Sherman Hospital

      1425 N Randall Rd
      Elgin, IL 60123
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

      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

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

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      78%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

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    • Presence Saint Joseph Hospital Elgin

      77 N Airlite St
      Elgin, IL 60123

      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

      71%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      4% lower than the national average

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