Dr. Kris J. Alden, M.D., Ph.D.
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4700 Gilbert Ave. , Suite 51
Western Springs, IL, United States
60558
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Dr. Kris J. Alden, M.D., Ph.D.'s Credentials
Accepting New Patients
Yes, this doctor is accepting new patients
Biography
Dr. Kris J. Alden is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon who is fellowship trained in hip and knee reconstruction. He completed a dual degree program in which he received his M.D. and Ph.D. concurrently at the University of Illinois at Chicago. His Ph.D. thesis in biophysics garnered the Outstanding Thesis Award for research excellence upon his graduation. After graduation, Dr. Alden completed a residency in orthopaedic surgery at the Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland. Upon completion of his residency, Dr. Alden began his fellowship in hip and knee reconstruction surgery at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. While there, he trained in the latest approaches to hip and knee replacement, minimally invasive surgery, and complex revision joint replacement. With a particular interest in using innovative techniques, Dr. Alden strives to achieve the best results for active patients with hip and knee arthritis, offering both non-surgical and surgical treatments. Dr. Alden specializes in the direct anterior approach to total hip replacement surgery. This is a minimally invasive technique that provides less discomfort, a faster recovery, and enhanced mobility for patients undergoing hip surgery. He also performs customized knee replacements which allow the surgeon to tailor the surgery to a patient’s unique knee anatomy, reducing the risk of misalignment. These technologies improve the patient’s outcome by extending implant longevity and helping the patient regain an active lifestyle. Dr. Alden performs complex revision surgeries including direct anterior hip revision surgery, distal femur replacement, and total femur replacement. Dr. Alden strives to significantly improve the quality of life for his patients, focusing on increasing their level of activity and mobility. He dedicates much time during appointments to answering questions and explaining reasoning for recommended care. Dr. Alden and his team do the utmost to provide you with highest level of care.
Languages
- English
Education
- University Of Illinois At Chicago Health Science Center (Grad. 2002)
- Johns Hopkins University (Grad. 2007)
- Mayo Clinic College of Medicine (Grad. 2008)
Areas of Expertise
- Knee Replacement
- Hip replacement
Dr Alden is a great Orthopedic Surgeon, he did a complete shoulder replacement and I had very little pain associated with the procedure. In 10 weeks I was also back to playing golf, the recovery was amazing. He also performed a Cubital Tunnel relocation on my elbow and there was very miminal pain associated with that procedure as well. He takes his time and gives a complete description of the procedure and answers any questions I had with both surgeries. His follow up with physical therapy is also great, they came to my house and performed everything I needed as needed for my quick recovery... I have to say that Dr Alden is one of the best Surgeons in SWF, he is very professional and performs above and beyond expectations.
Submitted Nov. 16, 2023