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Dr. Howard Altman, MD

Urologic Oncology* Age 66
Dr. Howard Altman, MD
4.8 (498 Ratings)
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Dr. Howard Altman, MD is an Urologic Oncology Specialist in Philadelphia, PA.
Dr. Howard Altman, MD
4.8 (498 Ratings)
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Dr. Howard Altman, MD

Urologic Oncology* Age 66
Philadelphia, PA
Accepting new patients
41 years of experience
Dr. Howard Altman, MD is an Urologic Oncology Specialist in Philadelphia, PA.
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Dr. Howard Altman, MD is an Urologic Oncology Specialist in Philadelphia, PA and has 41 years experience. They graduated from Weill Cornell Medical College in 1983 and completed a residency at University of Pennsylvania.They currently practice at Urological Associates PC and are affiliated with Jefferson Frankford Hospital and Jefferson Torresdale Hospital. Dr. Altman has experience treating conditions like Hydrocele among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Altman received an average rating of 4.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 498 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Altman is board certified in Urology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Locations

  1. 1 Urological Associates PC
    1342 Cottman Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19111

Experience and Background Check

Hydrocele
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Hydrocele
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Acute Cystitis
Balanitis
Balanoposthitis
Bladder Cancer
Bladder Infection
Chronic Bacterial Prostatitis
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage V
Chronic Kidney Diseases
Chronic Prostatitis
Elevated PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen)
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Epididymitis
Erectile Dysfunction
Hydronephrosis
Hypogonadism
Kidney Stones
Male Sexual Arousal Disorders
Nighttime Urination (Nocturia)
Overactive Bladder
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Polyuria
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Prostate Cancer
Prostatitis
Pyonephrosis
Sexual Arousal Disorder
Sexual Disorders
Testicular Dysfunction
Testicular Hypofunction
Ureteral Stones
Urethral Stricture
Urge Incontinence
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Retention
Urinary Stones
Urinary Tract Cancer
Vesicoureteral Reflux
Augmentation Cystoplasty
Bladder Surgery
Circumcision
Prostate Cancer Screening Exam (DRE)
Resection of Bladder Neck
Uroflowmetry
Acute Bacterial Prostatitis
Acute Kidney Infection
Atrophic Vaginitis
Bladder Atony
Bladder Diverticulum
Bladder Stones
Blood in Semen (Hematospermia)
Chordee
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Chronic Interstitial Cystitis
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage II
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage III
Congenital Obstruction of Ureteropelvic Junction
End-Stage Renal Disease
Genital Warts
Genitourinary Tract Hemorrhage
Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
Hypospadias
Irradiation Cystitis
Kidney Cancer
Kidney Infection
Kidney Stone Pain (Renal Colic)
Male Infertility
Neurogenic Bladder
Orchitis
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Paraphimosis
Pelvic Abscess
Peyronie's Disease
Phimosis
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Premature Ejaculation
Prostate Carcinoma
Prostate Cyst
Prostate Stones
Prostatic Abscess
Psychosexual Dysfunction
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Sperm Abnormalities
Spermatocele
Syphilis Infections
Testicular Atrophy
Testicular Cancer
Traumatic Acute Kidney Injury
Undescended Testicles
Ureteral Stricture or Kinking
Urethral Stones
Urinary Hesitancy
Urogenital Candidiasis
Vaginal and Pelvic Prolapse
Vaginitis or Vaginosis
Varicose Veins Genital
Yeast Infections
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Bacteriuria Screening
Bladder Function Test
Bladder Scan
Chlamydia Infection Screening
Complex Penile Surgery
Destruction of Penile Lesion
Dipstick Urinalysis
Gonorrhea Screening
Herpes Simplex Screening
HIV Screening
Orchiectomy
Prostate Biopsy
Prostate Cancer Screening
Prostate Removal
Prostatectomy with Robotic Assist
Sexually Transmitted Infections Screening
STD Screening
Syphilis Screening
Trichomoniasis Screening
TURP (Transurethral Resection of Prostate) or Laser Destruction of Prostate
Urethral Dilation
Vasectomy
Wound Repair

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Altman
4.8
Based on 498 Reviews
5 Stars (419)
4 Stars (55)
3 Stars (14)
2 Stars (3)
1 Star (7)

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Aug 27, 2018
Saw Dr. Altman for a circumcision consultation, he's knowledgeable, patient, & professional. Got the surgery done and are extremely happy with the result. Highly recommend this doctor to anyone looking for a great urologist.
Dane Smith in Philadelphia, PA — Aug 27, 2018
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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. Howard Altman, MD is a urologic oncology specialist in Philadelphia, PA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Weill Cornell Medical College in 1983. He specializes in Urologic Oncology and Urology.
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Specialties*
Urologic Oncology
Urology
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • Weill Cornell Medical College
    1983
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Urology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • University of Pennsylvania
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of Pennsylvania
Residency Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Howard Altman, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Altman's profile.

Dr. Howard Altman, MD is affiliated with Jefferson Frankford Hospital and Jefferson Torresdale Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Howard Altman, MD holds board certification in Urology.

Dr. Altman has over 41 years of healthcare experience.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Jefferson Frankford Hospital

    4900 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA

  • Jefferson Torresdale Hospital

    10800 Knights Rd, Philadelphia, PA

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