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Dr. Alden Harken, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*
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57 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Alden Harken, MD

Dr. Alden Harken, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialist in Oakland, CA. They specialize in Cardiothoracic Surgery, has 57 years of experience, and is board certified in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery. They graduated from Case Western Reserve University and is affiliated with Highland Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Harken an average 5.0 star rating.

Dr. Harken works at Practice in Oakland, CA. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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    Highland Hospital
    1411 E 31st St, Oakland, CA 94602 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (510) 437-4091

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    About Dr. Alden Harken, MD

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    • Cardiothoracic Surgery

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    • 57 years of experience
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    • Case Western Reserve University
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    • Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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