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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.
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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. Altman graduated from Weill Cornell Medical College in 1983 and completed a residency at University of Pennsylvania.Dr. Howard Altman, MD is an Urologic Oncology Specialist in Philadelphia, PA and has 41 years experience. Dr. Altman currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Jefferson Bucks Hospital, Jefferson Frankford Hospital and Jefferson Torresdale Hospital. Dr. Altman has experience treating conditions like Hydrocele, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) and Kidney Stones 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. Dr. Altman's 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
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Experience and Background Check

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

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Altman
4.8
Based on 498 Reviews
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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. Altman frequently treats the following conditions: Hydrocele, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) and Kidney Stones. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Howard Altman, MD is affiliated with Jefferson Bucks Hospital, 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 Bucks Hospital

    380 N Oxford Valley Rd, Langhorne, PA

  • Jefferson Frankford Hospital

    4900 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA

  • Jefferson Torresdale Hospital

    10800 Knights Rd, Philadelphia, PA

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