Overview
Howard Altman is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Philadelphia,, Pennsylvania.
Dr. Altman is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Extramammary Paget Disease, Actinic Keratosis, and Warts.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 4 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
1342 Cottman Ave, Philadelphia,, PA 19111
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. Howard B. Altman
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Howard B. Altman?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Howard B. Altman by calling their office at 215-745-1612. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Howard B. Altman a top-rated expert for Basal Cell Skin Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Howard B. Altman is classified as an Distinguished expert for Basal Cell Skin Cancer, 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. Howard B. Altman specialize in?
While Dr. Howard B. Altman is a Dermatology, they have specific expertise in Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Extramammary Paget Disease, and Actinic Keratosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Dermatology.
Does Dr. Howard B. Altman participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Howard B. Altman has published 4 articles and abstracts on conditions like Basal Cell Skin Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Howard B. Altman's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Howard B. Altman accept my insurance?
Dr. Howard B. Altman accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 215-745-1612 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Distinguished
- Actinic KeratosisDr. Altman isDistinguished. Learn about Actinic Keratosis.
- Basal Cell Skin CancerDr. Altman isDistinguished. Learn about Basal Cell Skin Cancer.
- Extramammary Paget DiseaseDr. Altman isDistinguished. Learn about Extramammary Paget Disease.
- WartsDr. Altman isDistinguished. Learn about Warts.
- Advanced
- Bowen's DiseaseDr. Altman isAdvanced. Learn about Bowen's Disease.
- Eosinophilic Pustular Folliculitis
- Epidermodysplasia VerruciformisDr. Altman isAdvanced. Learn about Epidermodysplasia Verruciformis.
- Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome
- Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevus
- Giant Congenital NevusDr. Altman isAdvanced. Learn about Giant Congenital Nevus.
- Granuloma AnnulareDr. Altman isAdvanced. Learn about Granuloma Annulare.
- Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC)
- MelanomaDr. Altman isAdvanced. Learn about Melanoma.
- Neurocutaneous MelanosisDr. Altman isAdvanced. Learn about Neurocutaneous Melanosis.
- Sebaceous AdenomaDr. Altman isAdvanced. Learn about Sebaceous Adenoma.
- Squamous Cell Skin CarcinomaDr. Altman isAdvanced. Learn about Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma.
- Syringocystadenoma PapilliferumDr. Altman isAdvanced. Learn about Syringocystadenoma Papilliferum.
- SyringomaDr. Altman isAdvanced. Learn about Syringoma.
- Experienced
- Acrokeratoelastoidosis of CostaDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Acrokeratoelastoidosis of Costa.
- Autosomal Recessive Cutis Laxa Type 1Dr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Autosomal Recessive Cutis Laxa Type 1.
- Benign Chronic PemphigusDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Benign Chronic Pemphigus.
- BullaeDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Bullae.
- CalcinosisDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Calcinosis.
- CellulitisDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- Cerebral Cavernous MalformationDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Cavernous Malformation.
- Cherry AngiomaDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Cherry Angioma.
- Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria (CSU)Dr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria (CSU).
- Circumferential Skin Creases Kunze TypeDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Circumferential Skin Creases Kunze Type.
- Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma (CTCL)Dr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma (CTCL).
- Cutis Gyrata SyndromeDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Cutis Gyrata Syndrome.
- Cutis LaxaDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Cutis Laxa.
- Cutis Marmorata Telangiectatica Congenita
- Darier DiseaseDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Darier Disease.
- Dyskeratosis CongenitaDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Dyskeratosis Congenita.
- Epidermolytic Palmoplantar KeratodermaDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Epidermolytic Palmoplantar Keratoderma.
- Erythrokeratodermia Variabilis et Progressiva
- Facial Ectodermal DysplasiaDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Facial Ectodermal Dysplasia.
- Fetal Cystic HygromaDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Fetal Cystic Hygroma.
- Focal Dermal HypoplasiaDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Focal Dermal Hypoplasia.
- Gerodermia OsteodysplasticaDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Gerodermia Osteodysplastica.
- Grover's DiseaseDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Grover's Disease.
- HemangioendotheliomaDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Hemangioendothelioma.
- HemangiomaDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Hemangioma.
- HivesDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Hives.
- Howel-Evans SyndromeDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Howel-Evans Syndrome.
- Hoyeraal Hreidarsson SyndromeDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Hoyeraal Hreidarsson Syndrome.
- Hyperelastic SkinDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Hyperelastic Skin.
- Hyperkeratosis Lenticularis PerstansDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Hyperkeratosis Lenticularis Perstans.
- Judge Misch Wright SyndromeDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Judge Misch Wright Syndrome.
- Kaposiform HemangioendotheliomaDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Kaposiform Hemangioendothelioma.
- Keratosis Follicularis Spinulosa Decalvans
- Keratosis PilarisDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Keratosis Pilaris.
- Lichen PlanusDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Lichen Planus.
- Lichen Simplex ChronicusDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Lichen Simplex Chronicus.
- Lymphocytic Infiltrate of JessnerDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Lymphocytic Infiltrate of Jessner.
- MiliaDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Milia.
- Molluscum ContagiosumDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Molluscum Contagiosum.
- Mongolian Blue SpotsDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Mongolian Blue Spots.
- Muir-Torre SyndromeDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Muir-Torre Syndrome.
- Multiple Familial TrichoepitheliomaDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Multiple Familial Trichoepithelioma.
- Olmsted SyndromeDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Olmsted Syndrome.
- Palmoplantar KeratodermaDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Palmoplantar Keratoderma.
- Papillon-Lefevre SyndromeDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Papillon-Lefevre Syndrome.
- ParapsoriasisDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Parapsoriasis.
- Pityriasis LichenoidesDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Pityriasis Lichenoides.
- Pityriasis Lichenoides ChronicaDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Pityriasis Lichenoides Chronica.
- Pseudoxanthoma ElasticumDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Pseudoxanthoma Elasticum.
- PsoriasisDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Psoriasis.
- Punctate PorokeratosisDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Punctate Porokeratosis.
- Pyogenic GranulomaDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Pyogenic Granuloma.
- Rothmund-Thomson SyndromeDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Rothmund-Thomson Syndrome.
- Seborrheic KeratosisDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Seborrheic Keratosis.
- Single Palmar CreaseDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Single Palmar Crease.
- TrichoepitheliomaDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Trichoepithelioma.
- Tufted AngiomaDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Tufted Angioma.
- Vibratory UrticariaDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Vibratory Urticaria.
- Wrinkly Skin SyndromeDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Wrinkly Skin Syndrome.