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Rosalinda Alvarado, MD

4.9
RUSH University Medical Group
Pronouns:
she / her / ella
Clinical Area:
Cancer Care
Specialty: Surgery
Languages:
English, Spanish

About Me

Having these patients come in to see me year after year after they’ve been treated for their breast cancer is one of the most rewarding things that I get to experience. It makes me fulfilled every day that I’m able to go to work and do this.

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Locations & Appointments

Primary location
RUSH Plastic Surgery
RUSH Plastic Surgery
520 S Maple Ave
Oak Park, IL, 60304

(312) 226-2371
(312) 942-9644
Directions
RUSH MD Anderson Cancer Center
RUSH MD Anderson Cancer Center
1520 W Harrison St
Joan and Paul Rubschlager Building
Chicago, IL, 60607

(312) 226-2371
(312) 942-9644
Directions

Credentials

Certifications

Surgery

Education and Training

Rush University Medical Center - General Surgery
University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center - Breast Surgical Oncology
Stanford University School of Medicine

Clinical Expertise

Breast cancer
Breast conservation surgery
Breast diseases
Breast surgery
Cancer prevention and screening
Cancer surgery, breast
Fine-needle aspiration biopsy
Mastectomy and lumpectomy
Mastectomy, nipple-sparing
Mastectomy, skin-sparing
Sentinel lymph node biopsy
Sentinel lymph node biopsy, breast

Academics & Publications

In addition to providing patient care, many of our clinicians have faculty appointments at RUSH University and perform clinical, basic science and community-based research. Our education and research endeavors are dedicated to enhancing excellence in patient care — now and in the future.

Assistant Professor

Insurance

Aetna
Aetna Better Health-MMAI
Aetna Better Health-Medicaid
Aetna Medicare Advantage HMO & PPO
Aetna PPO Exchange
Affiliated Physician Group*
Ambetter of Illinois
Beech Street
Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare Advantage HMO
Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare Advantage PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois PPO
Blue Cross Community Medicaid (FHP & ICP)
Cigna
Cigna IFP Connect - Exchange
Cigna Medicare Advantage
Community Healthcare Partners, LLC*
CorVel
CountyCare
Coventry
Devoted Health
Dolton Medical Clinic*
Dreyer Medical Clinic*
Dupage Medical Group/dba: Duly*
ElmCare, LLC*
Essential Health Partners*
Fox Valley Medicine, Ltd*
Health Care's Finest Network (HFN)
Hinsdale Physician Group/dba: AMITA*
Humana
Humana Medicare Advantage
Humana Medicare-Medicaid Alignment Initiative
IlliniCare YouthCare
Ingalls Provider Group/Univ of Chicago Health*
Little Company of Mary/ dba: OSF Healthcare*
Meridian Complete (MMAI)
Meridian Health Plan
Molina Dual Options
Molina Healthcare of Illinois
Molina Healthcare of Illinois, Inc Marketplace
MultiPlan
NorthShore Physician Associates, Inc*
Northwest Community Health Partners*
Northwest Suburban IPA*
Physician Care Network*
Preferred Plan (Healthsmart)
Progress Health*
Pronger-Smith Medical Care*
Silver Cross Managed Care Organization*
Specialty Physicians of Illinois*
Swedish Covenant Physician Partners*
USA Managed Care Organization
Union Health Services*
United Healthcare
United Healthcare Illinois Marketplace
United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
University of Chicago Health Plans (Inactive)
University of Illinois at Chicago*
WellCare Medicare Advantage
Zing Health

Accepted insurance plans are subject to change without notice. Please contact your insurance company to verify that the location or provider you plan to visit is included in your network before your visit. If you schedule an appointment and your provider is not in network with your insurance, your out of pocket liability may be higher than expected.

Ratings and Reviews

Overall
4.9
Likelihood of recommending this provider

4.9
Provider explained things clearly

4.9
Provider showed concern

4.9
Provider discussed treatment options

4.8
5
A Patient at Rush - Jun 2024
Very personable, yet quick to explain.
5
A Patient at Rush - May 2024
All good!
5
A Patient at Rush - May 2024
Great Dr. Lessoned to what I said
5
A Patient at Rush - May 2024
I love Dr. Alvarado! I am extremely blessed to have been recommended to her. I feel in good hands. She truly cares about her patients and is commited to her job.
5
A Patient at Rush - Apr 2024
Doctor Is outstanding , willing to take the next step and there for you.. Thank you
5
A Patient at Rush - Apr 2024
Very good experience
5
A Patient at Rush - Mar 2024
Dr Alvarado eased my concerns and had a very pleasant manor.
5
A Patient at Rush - Mar 2024
Dr Alvarado was very thorough
5
A Patient at Rush - Mar 2024
Made me feel heard and cared about.
5
A Patient at Rush - Mar 2024
Dr. Alvarado's post surgical examination was thorough. I am pleased with the incision healing-minimal scarring tissue and clean line across my chest. Referral was made to have ultrasound on suspicious lumps.
5
A Patient at Rush - Mar 2024
I really liked Dr. Alvarado. She listened, was compassionate and had a sense of humor.
5
A Patient at Rush - Mar 2024
Good
5
A Patient at Rush - Feb 2024
Dr. Alvarado is very professional & friendly. You can tell she is quite experienced & someone I trust to give me the best care.
5
A Patient at Rush - Feb 2024
Dr.Rosalinda Alvarado is a fantastic surgeon, addresses all my concerns. She's also nice and friendly.
5
A Patient at Rush - Feb 2024
Everything went well.
5
A Patient at Rush - Feb 2024
Dr. A made me feel at ease. She explainedMy diagnosis and treatment options thoroughly. Her assistant was wonderful as well.
5
A Patient at Rush - Jan 2024
Dr. Alvarado has exceeded my expectations every time I meet with her. Not only did she save my life, she genuinely cares about my health and my longevity. She is professional and caring. I am honored and grateful to be in her care.
5
A Patient at Rush - Jan 2024
Excellent at listening...informed response and support in regards to where my question came from
5
A Patient at Rush - Jan 2024
Dr Alvarado is the BEST. So kind and so knowleagible.