Dr. Philip Joseph Alexander, MD

Dr. Philip Alexander is a thoracic and vascular surgeon who brings over three decades of surgical expertise to his practice. He completed his medical education at St. Johns Medical College and pursued his residency training at New York University, building a strong foundation in complex cardiovascular procedures. With 33 years of experience in the field, Dr. Alexander has developed specialized skills in treating conditions affecting the heart, major blood vessels, and chest cavity. He is fluent in Spanish, Polish, and English, allowing him to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Alexander practices at multiple locations throughout Illinois, including Oak Lawn, Berwyn, and Kankakee, with affiliations at Advocate Christ Medical Center, Riverside Medical Center, Macneal Hospital, and Saint Marys Hospital in Kankakee. His clinical focus includes treating serious heart conditions such as aortic valve stenosis, heart failure, and coronary artery disease. He performs …advanced procedures including transcatheter aortic valve implantation, a minimally invasive technique for replacing damaged heart valves. Patients consistently rate his care highly, with an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars on Vitals.