Expertise in
10
conditions
Expertise in
10
conditions
Yale New Haven Hospital
20 York St, 
New Haven, CT 

Overview

Gary Altwerger is an Oncologist in New Haven, Connecticut. Dr. Altwerger is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Ovarian Carcinosarcoma, Ovarian Cancer, Endometrial Cancer, Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), and Hysterectomy.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 65 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Specialties

Oncology

Licenses

Obstetrics & Gynecology in IL

Hospital Affiliations

Yale-New Haven Hospital
The University Of Chicago Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

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  • MEDICARE SNP
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  • STATE MEDICAID
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  • HMO
  • POS
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Wellcare
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  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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Locations

Yale New Haven Hospital
20 York St, New Haven, CT 06510

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Gary Altwerger

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Gary Altwerger?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Gary Altwerger by calling their office at 203-785-4638. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Gary Altwerger a top-rated expert for Ovarian Carcinosarcoma?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Gary Altwerger is classified as an Elite expert for Ovarian Carcinosarcoma, 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. Gary Altwerger specialize in?

While Dr. Gary Altwerger is a Oncology, they have specific expertise in Ovarian Carcinosarcoma, Ovarian Cancer, and Endometrial Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Oncology.

Does Dr. Gary Altwerger participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Gary Altwerger has published 65 articles and abstracts on conditions like Ovarian Carcinosarcoma. You can view a list of Dr. Gary Altwerger's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Gary Altwerger accept my insurance?

Dr. Gary Altwerger accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 203-785-4638 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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