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Murad Alam, MD

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Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Mohs Surgery

Secondary Specialty

Dermatology

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Practice Focus Areas

This medical professional has a particular interest or expertise in:

Cosmetic Dermatology
Laser Skin Rejuvenation
Mohs Surgery
Mole Screening and Removal
Reconstructive Surgery/Cancer
Skin Cancer
Surgical Dermatology
Treatment of Sun Damaged Skin

Education

Medical Education:: MD, Yale University School of Medicine - 1996
Internship:: University of Michigan Health System - 1997
Residency:: New York Presbyterian Hospital (Columbia Campus) - 2000

Board Certifications

American Board of Dermatology - Dermatology (Certified)
American Board of Dermatology/Mohs Micrographic Surgery - Mohs-Micrographic Surgery (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Professor, Feinberg School of Medicine

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Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:: Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:: Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:: Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.6

4.6

3751 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

February 25, 2026

5.0

Friendly and warmth.

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February 23, 2026

5.0

Got the job done. Big credit to the nurse that stitched me up afterwards. Also the nurse that cleaned my wound and bandaged me up. Excellent

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February 23, 2026

5.0

Very professional and provides excellent care to his patients.

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February 23, 2026

5.0

Personable and knowledgeable

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February 21, 2026

5.0

While I had limited interaction with Dr. Alam, it is clear that he is very skilled and leads an exceptional team (Fellows, RNs).

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February 18, 2026

5.0

Interested, knowledgeable, engaging. Nurse kind and efficient.

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February 18, 2026

5.0

Dr. Alam has treated several moles for me and I have had wonderful results. He knows me and treats me with Care. I am convinced that his treatment and skills have prolonged by life and I am most appreciative..

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February 18, 2026

5.0

Same as above, staff was great

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February 17, 2026

4.0

Seemed like a good guy. Only did half of the procedure and then his assistant took over.

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February 17, 2026

5.0

He is great at explaining things, including the procedure I had. Great personality

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February 17, 2026

5.0

Thoroughness.

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February 17, 2026

5.0

Burn service

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February 16, 2026

5.0

Dr. Alam is just the best in his field and he's a great person on top of it.

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February 16, 2026

5.0

Quick good communicator

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February 14, 2026

5.0

Dr Alam is very caring and skilled, I e been seeing him for about 20 years!

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February 12, 2026

5.0

Excellent bedside manner, answers all my questions and great technical skill

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February 11, 2026

5.0

He was an efficient, kind, thorough, and professional m.

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February 11, 2026

5.0

Pleasant and professional

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February 11, 2026

5.0

He's the best

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February 11, 2026

5.0

Very skilled and results have been great after past visits

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February 10, 2026

5.0

Very professional and I have total confidence in his care

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February 10, 2026

5.0

Didn't spend a whole lot of time with him but he got the project started

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February 09, 2026

5.0

Competent, caring, great fellowship doc and fantastic nurse (Emily).

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February 09, 2026

5.0

Great beside practice

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February 06, 2026

5.0

He is excellent. He finds cancer and gets rid of it. He explains things, keep it straightforward, and doesn't confuse things.

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February 03, 2026

5.0

Dr. Alam is one of the best in his profession!

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February 03, 2026

5.0

He has a good demeaner that puts the patient at ease.

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February 02, 2026

5.0

Skilled and kind.

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January 31, 2026

5.0

Very professional and caring physician with good communication

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January 30, 2026

5.0

He runs a tight crew. He is humorous and light hearted. He works with ease and insures the patients comfort. Excellent, practically painless. Answering all concerns.

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January 29, 2026

5.0

He was very clear about the MOHS process and explained the steps involved and answered any questions I had.

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January 28, 2026

5.0

Extremely kind and professional.

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January 28, 2026

5.0

He is very gifted and talented, and just an excellent doctor.

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January 27, 2026

5.0

Having had over 3 dozen dermatology procedures - I actually look FORWARD to the opportunity to have THE BEST take care of MY WORST problems and fears in this field!!! He is a true gentleman and the consummate professional - that match his unparalleled skill as a surgeon!! THANK YOU SIR!!!

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January 27, 2026

5.0

I'm blessed to have had Dr. Alam for three separate melanoma procedures.

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January 27, 2026

5.0

Dr. Alam made an effort to put me at ease and check in with how I was feeling prior to beginning a surgery on the bottom of my foot I was apprehensive about. He has a special way about him and I am so glad I found him!

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January 27, 2026

5.0

Dr. Alam seemed nice, but one of his fellows (Charlotte or Charlette) actually did the procedure. She was great. Really good bedside manner. Made the whole thing very low stress. Thank you!

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January 27, 2026

5.0

Him and his team are phenomenal

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January 26, 2026

5.0

Dr. Alam and Team did a great job. I did not spend more than 5 minutes with Dr. Alam, himself, but the experience over all was posititve.

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January 26, 2026

5.0

Dr Alam was very reassuring throughout the surgery.

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January 22, 2026

5.0

The Doctor and every nurse was absolutely fabulous in helping me with removing the cancer cells..answer every concern I had about the surgery..I love them all

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January 22, 2026

5.0

The best

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January 21, 2026

5.0

Friendly and respectful. Conversational.

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January 21, 2026

5.0

He's everything thing you want in a Dr.

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January 20, 2026

5.0

He is thorough and thoughtful; totally professional

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January 20, 2026

5.0

Excellent care! He also has some great nurses.

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January 20, 2026

5.0

Dr Alam is excellent at doing procedures. And he put me at ease instantly.

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January 20, 2026

5.0

He's a scholar and a gentleman.

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January 19, 2026

5.0

Dr. Alam is a skilled surgeon with good communication skills.

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January 19, 2026

5.0

He can see what others can't. Very professional

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January 17, 2026

4.0

Expertise!

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January 16, 2026

5.0

He does great work.

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January 14, 2026

5.0

Super competent, and wonderfully calm.

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January 14, 2026

5.0

Repeat success results

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January 14, 2026

5.0

Wry gentle and through and answered all questions and kept me at ease at all time

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January 14, 2026

5.0

Really liked him

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January 13, 2026

5.0

Great demeanor very proficient and thorough he exudes confidence

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January 08, 2026

5.0

Consultation was very helpful, explanations of procedures and path forward. I was very appreciative to be provided an understanding.

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January 08, 2026

5.0

Excellent reputation

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January 07, 2026

5.0

Extremely competent, professional and cordial.

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January 07, 2026

5.0

Dr Alam was familiar with my case and had performed the same procedure to different area of my leg 5 years prior and I had good results.

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January 06, 2026

5.0

Confidence in his expertise. Everyone involved in my care was respectful and caring

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January 06, 2026

5.0

He's great! Very knowledgeable and he hires great staff members

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January 05, 2026

5.0

Outstanding medical insight and skills, professionalism, warmth, and leadership of a department that runs like a top.

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January 05, 2026

5.0

Fellows took care of me. Great care.

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December 24, 2025

5.0

Did his job effectively.

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December 23, 2025

5.0

He is good at what he does.

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December 20, 2025

5.0

Friendly and respectful

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December 18, 2025

5.0

Very professional and direct.

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December 17, 2025

5.0

Hardly saw him but his staff is good

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December 17, 2025

5.0

Best doctor around Listens And genuinely cares

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December 16, 2025

5.0

Experience

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December 15, 2025

5.0

Always reliable and a good doctor

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December 15, 2025

5.0

Extremely professional.

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December 15, 2025

5.0

All good and his fellows are fabulous

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December 10, 2025

5.0

Been great in my time seeing him

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December 10, 2025

5.0

Dr. Alam is not only an exceptionally skilled specialist in his field but also a kind, caring human being. I have been fortunate to find my way to him and this practice.

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December 09, 2025

5.0

Dr. Alam is very personable and was very good at making me feel comfortable and safe during a procedure

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December 08, 2025

5.0

High quality doc. Good work.

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December 08, 2025

5.0

3rd time Dr.Alam has done surgery for melanoma on me. Always explains what is going to done, what was done & if there are any questions.

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December 08, 2025

5.0

He's a very funny man who is talented as can be. Procedures are fowollrf to get a good outcome,

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December 08, 2025

5.0

Top notch

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December 03, 2025

5.0

Very professional. Did a great job!

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December 02, 2025

5.0

Gentle compassionate man who communicates clearly, with some humor..

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December 02, 2025

5.0

Very professional, funny, Very smart and good guy

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December 01, 2025

5.0

Cares. About me

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December 01, 2025

5.0

A pro!

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December 01, 2025

5.0

He was lovely

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December 01, 2025

5.0

He takes control of the room, he is a busy doctor, but I appreciate his attention to detail and his bedside manners. Also while instructing a fellow, he was professional and by his demeanor, you can tell he leads a good practice.

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November 30, 2025

5.0

He communicated the process and procedure with confidence. While doing the procedure he was explaining everything

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November 26, 2025

5.0

He was nice and effective.

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November 26, 2025

5.0

Dr. Alam, is the best dermatologist I've ever had. His surgeries and stitches have never left scars on the body. His bedside manner is amazing.

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November 26, 2025

5.0

Very Personable

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November 26, 2025

5.0

Takes the time to explain procedures

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November 25, 2025

5.0

Very thorough, professional and personable

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November 24, 2025

5.0

Good care. Clear communication

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November 20, 2025

5.0

exceptional doctor knowledgeable and caring.

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November 19, 2025

5.0

Very professional and personable

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November 19, 2025

5.0

Great doctor

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November 19, 2025

5.0

My appointment was 2:30pm. I arrived at 2:10. I wasn't seen until close to 5pm. However, Dr Alam and his staff was very apologetic and relieved my frustrations.

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Board of Directors

Faculty member and/or their immediate family served in a fiduciary capacity, such as a board member/director, officer, or trustee, for the following companies or other entities

American Academy of Dermatology (AAD)
American Dermatological Association, Inc.
American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, Inc. (ASLMS)
Guidelines International Network
Illinois Dermatological Society, Inc.

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