Overview
"A graduate of the University of Karachi Dow Medical College in Karachi, Pakistan, Dr. Karim completed his internal medicine residency at Loyola University Medical Center, Foster G. McGaw Hospital and Hines VA Hospital in Chicago. Dr. Karim is a firm believer in the vital role a good patient/doctor relationship plays in maintaining good health. He also advocates the importance of continuity of care and will often follow his patients during their hospitalization. His clinical interests include cardiology, metabolic syndrome-related disorders, hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and obesity. He has been consecutively selected as a ""Houston Top Doc"" in 2008, 2009, 2010 and 2014 by H Texas Magazine and has practiced in The Woodlands for the past 15 years. Dr. Karim lives with his family in The Woodlands and in his spare time enjoys traveling, reading, music and staying active. He encourages his patients to find hobbies and remain active as a part of a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Karim is an avid racquetball player who has competed in state doubles competitions. Practice Information Dr. Karim practices at Memorial Hermann Medical Group The Woodlands in North Houston.".
Dr. Karim is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypothyroidism, Anemia, Obesity in Children, and Rabson-Mendenhall Syndrome.
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1890 Research Forest Dr, The Woodlands, TX 77380
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Karim has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Altaf Karim
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Altaf Karim?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Altaf Karim by calling their office at 832-658-3600. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Altaf Karim a top-rated expert for Hypothyroidism?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Altaf Karim is classified as an Advanced expert for Hypothyroidism, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Altaf Karim specialize in?
While Dr. Altaf Karim is a Internal Medicine, they have specific expertise in Hypothyroidism, Anemia, and Obesity in Children. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Internal Medicine.
Does Dr. Altaf Karim accept my insurance?
Dr. Altaf Karim accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 832-658-3600 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- AnemiaDr. Karim isAdvanced. Learn about Anemia.
- HypothyroidismDr. Karim isAdvanced. Learn about Hypothyroidism.
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