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Dr. Kenneth Altman, MD

Dr. Kenneth Altman, MD

Laryngology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Kenneth Altman, MD is a laryngology specialist in Danville, PA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Altman has extensive experience in Upper Respiratory Conditions. He graduated from Duke University in 1984. He is affiliated with medical facilities Geisinger Medical Center and Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4 Star Rating
Based on 8 reviews 4 Star Rating (8 reviews)

Practice

100 N Academy Ave Danville, PA 17822
(570) 271-6429

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Altman specializes in the areas of Otolaryngology & Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
  • Easy Scheduling
    Patients said scheduling was easy. • See reviews
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Dr. Altman's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Altman

4.0

8 ratings, 3 with a written review
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
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1 person found this helpful
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M. J. Myers – Jul 13, 2022
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What went well
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What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Houston – Jan 11, 2019
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What could be improved
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Linda Caroleo-Jack in Woodbury, NY – Feb 15, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Kenneth Altman has now joined Baylor College of Medicine as Vice Chair for Clinical Affairs and directs the Institute for Voice and Swallowing where he is championing interdisciplinary approaches to voice problems, dysphagia, and chronic cough.

  • Laryngology

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

  • Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Pennsylvania

    Internship Hospital, 1994

  • Duke Univesity Phd

    1988

  • Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania

    Residency Hospital, 1988

  • Duke University

    Medical School, 1984

  • University Of Illinois

    Undergraduate School, 1982
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology
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Otolaryngology†
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
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Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
†Self designated 
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Locations

Practice

Select Specialty Hospital-Danville100 N Academy Ave Danville, PA 17822
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Practice

Stallington Dialysis LLC950 E Mountain Blvd Wilkes Barre, PA 18711
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Office100 N Academy Ave # MC13-33 Danville, PA 17822
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Practice

Baylor College of Medicine Dept of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Cons6550 Fannin St Ste 1701 Houston, TX 77030
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Geisinger Medical Center

    100 N Academy Ave
    Danville, PA 17822
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center

    1000 E Mountain Dr
    Wilkes Barre, PA 18711
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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