Summary

Dr. Adam Alder is a pediatric surgeon who specializes in thoracic surgery, cardiovascular surgery, and trauma surgery. He earned his medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine and completed his residency at UT Southwestern Medical Center in 2009. Dr. Alder then pursued fellowship training at UT Southwestern/Children's Medical Center, finishing in 2012. With 24 years of experience in surgery, he speaks Spanish, English, and French.

Dr. Alder practices at Children's Medical Center Plano and sees patients at locations in Prosper and Plano, Texas. He treats conditions such as abdominal aortic aneurysms, abdominal tumors, and achalasia. His surgical expertise includes adolescent weight loss surgery, adrenal operations, and anti-reflux procedures. Patients give Dr. Alder an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 24 years of experience
  • 35 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English, French
  • UT Southwestern/Childrens Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 6 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Adam Craig Alder has 2 locations

Children's Health Specialty Center Prosper

1300 CHILDRENS WAYPROSPER, TX 75078
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Children's Health Specialty Center 1 Plano

7609 Preston Rd Ste P3000Plano, TX 75024
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Adam Craig Alder

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicaid
  • Aetna - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • Baylor Scott & White Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cook Children's Health Plan
  • Cook Children's Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Driscoll Health Plan
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Pan-American Life Insurance Group
  • Parkland Community Health Plan
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Texas Children's Health Plan
  • Texas Children's Health Plan - Medicaid
  • Texas Health Aetna
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Adam Craig Alder has the following 6 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Adam Craig Alder has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • General Surgeon
  • Internist/pediatrician
  • Pediatric Surgeon
  • Thoracic Surgeon
  • Trauma Surgeon

Certifications, License, & Education

24 Years Experience

Adam Craig Alder holds an active medical license in the state of Texas.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Texas that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at UT Southwestern/Childrens Medical Center in 2012.

Residency

Completed their residency at UT Southwestern Medical Center in 2009.

Medical School

Graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine in 2002.

NPI Number

Adam Craig Alder's NPI number is 1831291541.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Adam Alder's office located?
Adam Alder's office is located at 1300 CHILDRENS WAY, PROSPER, TX, 75078.
Which hospitals is Adam Alder affiliated with?
Adam Alder is affiliated with Childrens Medical Center Plano.
Does Adam Alder accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Adam Alder accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Adam Alder?
You can find contact information for Adam Alder here on Vitals.
Is Adam Alder accepting new patients?
Adam Alder is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Adam Alder's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.

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