Summary

Dr. Alden Harken specializes in thoracic surgery, focusing on surgical procedures involving the chest, lungs, and related structures. They completed their surgical residency training at Brigham & Women's Hospital, one of the country's leading medical institutions. Dr. Harken is fluent in Chinese, English, and Spanish, allowing them to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Harken practices at UCSF East Bay Surgery with locations in Oakland and Walnut Creek, and maintains hospital privileges at Wilma Chan Highland Hospital Campus. Their surgical expertise covers a range of thoracic conditions requiring specialized surgical intervention. Patients have rated Dr. Harken 4.3 out of 5 stars, reflecting their commitment to quality surgical care and patient satisfaction.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • speaks Chinese, English, Spanish
  • Brigham & Womens Hospital
  • 2 specialties
  • 23 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Alden Hood Harken has 2 locations

UCSF East Bay Surgery

1411 E 31st StOakland, CA 94602
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Dr. Alden Hood Harken

1845 Castle Gate RdWalnut Creek, CA 94595

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Dr. Alden Hood Harken, MDDr. Irmina Elliott, MDDr. Naomi E HaradaDr. David Alan Orenberg, MD
Thoracic SurgeryThoracic SurgerySurgerySurgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.3 
13 Years of Experience 52 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Chinese, English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Oakland , CAEmeryville , CAVallejo , CAFremont , CA
Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: West Virginia University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Alden Hood Harken

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Alden Hood Harken has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Alden Hood Harken has the following 23 areas of expertise

  • Adult Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
  • Arteriosclerosis (Arterial Disease)
  • Cancer
  • Cardiac Arrhythmias
  • Cardiac Surgical Procedures
  • Cardiopulmonary Bypass (CPB)
  • Coronary Artery Bypass (Heart Bypass)
  • Coronary Disease
  • Heart Disease (Myocardial Ischemia)
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Transplantation
  • Hemorrhage
  • Hemorrhagic Shock
  • Hyperplasia
  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
  • Multiple Organ Failure
  • Myocardial Diseases
  • Myocardial Infarction
  • Myocardial Stunning
  • Sepsis (Blood Poisoning)
  • Surgery
  • Vascular Surgical Procedures
  • Wounds and Injuries

Certifications, License, & Education

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Brigham & Womens Hospital.

NPI Number

Dr. Harken's NPI number is 1225148398.

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Dr. Alden Harken speaks Chinese, English, and Spanish.
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Dr. Alden Harken is affiliated with Wilma Chan Highland Hospital Campus.
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