Overview
Kenneth Altman, MD, PhD, is chair of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery for the Geisinger Neuroscience Institute and a professor at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine.|Dr. Altman earned a doctorate in biomedical engineering and his medical degree from Duke University. He completed a residency in Otorhinolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery at the University of Pennsylvania and a fellowship in Laryngology & Care of the Professional Voice at Vanderbilt University.|Dr. Altman is a board certified, nationally known authority on laryngology, care of the professional voice, cough and dysphagia. He has published articles and chapters in over 140 peer-reviewed journals and books, edited 2 books and delivered presentations at more than 260 conferences and courses. Dr. Altman is secretary/treasurer of the American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery and past president of the American Laryngological Association (ALA). He is also a fellow of the ALA, the American Academy of Otolaryngology, the American College of Surgeons, the American Rhinologic Society and the Triological Society.|Dr. Altman’s research interests include pre-malignant vocal fold disease, chronic cough and dysphagia in the presence of neurodegenerative disease.
Dr. Altman is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Laryngeal Nerve Damage, Perichondritis, Swallowing Difficulty, Laryngectomy, and Endoscopy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 64 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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100 North Academy Avenue, Danville, PA 17822
950 East Mountain Boulevard, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
Clinical Research
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Geisinger Medical Center - ENT
Dr. Purdy is board certified in otolaryngology and fellowship-trained in head and neck surgical oncology. His clinical interests include head and neck surgery, thyroid and parathyroid, microvascular reconstruction and transoral robotic surgery. Dr. Purdy earned his medical degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his residency at St. Barnabas Medical Center, as well as a fellowship in head and neck surgery and microvascular reconstruction at the University of Miami Hospital. He is certified by the American Osteopathic Association in otolaryngology.|Dr. Purdy provides care to his own community, having earned his bachelor's degree at Bucknell University. Dr. Purdy is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Laryngeal Cancer, Throat Cancer, Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands, Thyroidectomy, and Laryngectomy.
Geisinger Medical Center - ENT
Dr. Azeredo is a board-certified specialist in otolaryngology subspecializing in otology. His clinical interests include cochlear implants, BAHA implants and vertigo/dizziness. Dr. Azeredo attended the State University of New York, Upstate Medical University, where he received his medical degree, and completed his residency at the same institute. Dr. Azeredo is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology. He speaks English and Portuguese. Dr. Azeredo is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cholesteatoma, Infant Hearing Loss, Meniere Disease, and Ruptured Eardrum.
The Milton S Hershey Medical Center Physicians Group
David Goldenberg is an Otolaryngologist in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Dr. Goldenberg is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Thyroid Cancer, Hyperparathyroidism, Branchial Cleft Cyst, Parathyroidectomy, and Thyroidectomy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Kenneth W. Altman
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Is Dr. Kenneth W. Altman a top-rated expert for Laryngeal Nerve Damage?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kenneth W. Altman is classified as an Distinguished expert for Laryngeal Nerve Damage, 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. Kenneth W. Altman specialize in?
While Dr. Kenneth W. Altman is a Otolaryngology, they have specific expertise in Laryngeal Nerve Damage, Perichondritis, and Swallowing Difficulty. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Otolaryngology.
Does Dr. Kenneth W. Altman participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Kenneth W. Altman has published 63 articles and abstracts on conditions like Laryngeal Nerve Damage. You can view a list of Dr. Kenneth W. Altman's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
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Dr. Kenneth W. Altman accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 800-275-6401 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Laryngeal Nerve DamageDr. Altman isDistinguished. Learn about Laryngeal Nerve Damage.
- PerichondritisDr. Altman isDistinguished. Learn about Perichondritis.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Altman isDistinguished. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
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- Chronic CoughDr. Altman isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Cough.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Laryngeal CancerDr. Altman isAdvanced. Learn about Laryngeal Cancer.
- LaryngitisDr. Altman isAdvanced. Learn about Laryngitis.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Altman isAdvanced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- Spasmodic DysphoniaDr. Altman isAdvanced. Learn about Spasmodic Dysphonia.
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- Burning Mouth SyndromeDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Burning Mouth Syndrome.
- DysarthriaDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Dysarthria.
- EndoscopyDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- GlossodyniaDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Glossodynia.
- LaryngectomyDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Laryngectomy.
- LaryngoceleDr. Altman isExperienced. Learn about Laryngocele.