Dr Naveed Alam
MD, FRSC, FRACS
Cardiothoracic Surgeon
16 years of experience
Launceston, 7250
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16 years of experience
Launceston, 7250
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About Dr Naveed Alam
Dr. Naveed Alam is an experienced Cardiothoracic Surgeon based in Melbourne. He is highly skilled in the treatment of all lung conditions, including Lung Cancer, Mesothelioma, Thymoma, Emphysema, Tracheal tumours, Pectus Excavatum, Tracheal Stenosis, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome and Hyperhidrosis. Dr. Alam specialises in minimally invasive surgical techniques such as VATS and robotic-assisted. He prioritises taking the time to explain treatment options to his patients, and creating a comfortable environment so they can receive the best care.
Dr. Alam obtained his Medical Degree from Queen's University, Canada. He then completed surgical training, and went on to undertake Fellowships at the National Cancer Institute of Canada and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Centre in New York. Presently, he works with the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons and the Asian Thoracoscopic Education Program to share his expertise by training junior surgeons, both nationally and internationally.
As an active researcher in the field, Dr. Alam has been involved in numerous peer-reviewed publications on Lung Cancer and many other thoracic disorders. He shares this knowledge as a Senior Lecturer at the University of Melbourne. He has many professional affiliations, including the Australian and New Zealand Society of Cardiac and Thoracic Surgeons, The Cardiothoracic Surgery Network, The International Society for Minimally Invasive Cardiothoracic Surgery and the Asia Thoracoscopic Education Program.
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AHPRA
No. MED0001644841
Qualifications
MD Medicine, Queens University Canada
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons Canada
Royal Australasian College of Surgeons
Asia Thoracoscopic Education Program
Languages spoken
- English
- Bengali
- French
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Dr Naveed Alam is professional, friendly, and caring, explaining complex information well. He ensures patients understand their conditions, providing reassurance before and after successful procedures like lobectomy. Patients consistently report feeling at ease and well looked after due to his excellent communication skills and attentive bedside manner. His expertise is highly valued across many thoracic (lung) surgery and lung cancer cases.
Meeting with Dr Naveed Alam was the most incredible experience. I have never met such an empathic and understanding doctor in my life. I felt seen and heard and now have a plan moving forward to get my life back! I cannot recommend him highly enough. Look no further if you are suffering because this is a life changing experience. There is now light at the end of the tunnel and I have this angel in human form to thank for that.
DR Alam, made us feel at ease, explained everything in simple terms.
Very understanding and spent a lot of time making sure I understood what was going on in my body.
Dr. Naveed Alam is very friendly and professional great beside manner & great surgeon. Answers any questions and you are in goods hands with this wonderful surgeon.
Naveed explained the finding in the images very well. Made us very comfortable with the treatment plan
Problem is around service provided. Dr Naveed was well spoken, clear and nice to chat to. I don't doubt he is good at what he does. However, consult was rushed and my scans hadnt been reviewed prior to consult, and couldn't be accessed during the consult. I had been waiting 1.5 months for this appointment. Ive spent $300 for a 5 min chat and no new information or advice has been given. Because scans hadnt been reviewed. Walked away thinking what had I paid for??With the word cancer and tumour used for the first time in life, I'm happy to pay for best advice, but just didn't get anything out of this consult. In addition to the above I was informed prior to the consult that he had surgery in the afternoon and my appointment needed to be rescheduled for the second time. I shuffled meetings around on my side to get to an earlier appointment. On arrival, Dr Naveed explained he was flying to Sydney for a wedding, hence he was dressed in a tux. I get people have personal commitments, and work hard for their time off. Just say that, no problems. Overall not great experience.
Very professional, explained everything very well and made you feel relaxed about having surgery.
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Dr Naveed Alam's overall patient rating is 4.89 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 36 reviews.
What languages does Dr Naveed Alam speak?
Dr Naveed Alam speaks English, Bengali and French
Where is Dr Naveed Alam located?
Dr Naveed Alam primarily practices at Calvary St Luke's Hospital, located at 24 Lyttleton St,, Launceston, Australia, 7250
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