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Dr. Kenneth Altman, MD

Laryngology*
4.0 (8)
Map Pin Small Danville, PA
Accepting new patients
40 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Kenneth Altman, MD

Dr. Kenneth Altman, MD is a Laryngology Specialist in Danville, PA. They specialize in Laryngology, has 40 years of experience, and is board certified in Otolaryngology. They graduated from Duke University and is affiliated with Geisinger Medical Center. Dr. Altman, completed a residency at Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Patients rated Dr. Altman an average 4.0 star rating.

Dr. Altman works at Practice in Danville, PA with other offices in Houston, TX and Wilkes Barre, PA. They frequently treat conditions like Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia), Vocal Cord Paralysis and Tonsillitis along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Altman's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Select Specialty Hospital-danville
    100 N Academy Ave, Danville, PA 17822 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (570) 271-6429
  2. 2
    Baylor College of Medicine Medical Center
    7200 Cambridge St, Houston, TX 77030 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (713) 798-5900
  3. 3
    Baylor College of Medicine Dept of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Cons
    6550 Fannin St Ste 1701, Houston, TX 77030 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (713) 798-3241
  4. 4
    Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center
    1000 E Mountain Dr, Wilkes Barre, PA 18711 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (800) 275-6401

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  • Geisinger Medical Center

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Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia)
Vocal Cord Paralysis
Tonsillitis
Dysphagia
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Respiratory Infection
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Tonsillitis
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Chronic Rhinitis
Chronic Sinusitis
Chronic Tonsillitis
Deviated Septum
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Head and Neck Cancer
Laryngeal Cancer
Laryngitis
Nasal Polyp
Pharyngitis
Sinusitis
Throat Pain
Diagnostic Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy
Laryngoscopy and Laryngotomy
Acute Epiglottitis
Acute Laryngitis
Airway Disorders
Airway Obstruction
Allergic Reaction
Allergic Rhinitis
Anosmia
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Cauliflower Ear
Cervical Vertigo
Chronic Adenotonsillitis
Chronic Bronchitis-Like Cough
Chronic Laryngitis
Common Cold
Conductive Hearing Loss
Cough
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Deafness
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Deformities of Auricle or Pinna
Dysphonia, Chronic Spasmodic
Ear Ache
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Ear Disorders
Earwax Buildup
Enlarged Turbinates
ENT Cancer
Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
Geographic Tongue
Glossopharyngeal Nerve Disorder
Head or Neck Lump or Swelling
Hyperparathyroidism
Laryngeal Abscess
Laryngeal Carcinoma
Laryngeal Cleft
Laryngeal Nerve Palsy
Laryngeal Paralysis
Laryngeal Spasm
Laryngopharyngeal Reflux
Larynx Conditions
Leukoplakia
Loss of Smell and Taste
Loss of Voice or Hoarse Voice
Malignant Bone Cancer of the Skull, Face, and Jaw
Mixed Hearing Loss
Neck Cancer
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome
Oral Cancer
Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Otitis Media
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Peritonsillar Abscess
Pharyngeal Candidiasis
Pharyngolaryngitis
Postnasal Drip
Professional Voice Disorders
Salivary Gland Cancer
Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Sensorineural Hearing Loss
Sjögren's Syndrome
Soft Tissue Sarcoma of Head, Face, and Neck
Spasmodic Dysphonia
Sudden Deafness and-or Hearing Loss
Swallowing Disorders
Throat Cancer (Hypopharyngeal)
Throat Cancer (Nasopharyngeal)
Throat Cancer (Oropharyngeal)
Thrush
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Thyroglossal Duct Cyst
Thyroid Cancer
Tinnitus
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TMJ
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Tongue Cancer
Trigeminal Neuralgia
Upper Airway Obstruction
Vocal Cord Carcinoma
Vocal Cord Cyst
Vocal Cord Hemorrhage
Vocal Cord Nodule
Vocal Cord Polyp
Vocal Cord Thickening
Vocal Fold Scarring
Vocal Granuloma
Vocal Papilloma
Voice Disorders
Wheezing
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Ablation or Excision of Nasal Turbinates
Antrostomy and Antrotomy (Sinus Surgery)
Audiometry
Carotid Ultrasound
Ear Tube Placement
ENT Surgery
Ethmoidectomy (Sinus Surgery)
Evaluation and Treatment of Sleep Disorders
Excision of Tracheal Tumor or Stenosis
Excision or Destruction of Palate or Uvula Lesion
Excision or Destruction of Pharynx Lesion
Excision or Destruction of Tongue Lesion
Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES)
Head and Neck Surgery
Hearing Screening
Home Sleep Study
Intranasal or Sinus Procedure
Laryngeal Cancer Surgery
Laryngeal Videostroboscopy
Laryngoscopy
Laryngoscopy - Laryngotomy - Laryngectomy - Pharyngolaryngectomy - Pharyngectomy
Larynx Repair
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Middle Ear Implant Candidacy Evaluation
Nasal Septum Surgery (Septoplasty)
Non-Cosmetic Chemodenervation
Oral Cancer Screening
Rhinoseptoplasty
Sinus Surgery
Sphenoidotomy (Sinus Surgery)
Thyroid Lobectomy
Thyroid Scan
Thyroidectomy
Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
Tonsillectomy
Tracheal Resection
Tracheal Surgery
Trachelectomy
Tracheostomy
Vestibule and Floor of Mouth Excision or Destruction
Voice Assessment
Voice Disorders Diagnosis
Voice Disorders Treatment
Voice Rehabilitation Surgery
Voice Rest
Voice Restoration Surgery
Voice Surgery
Voice Therapy
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    Specialties*
    • Laryngology

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    Years of Experience
    • 40 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1518927409
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    Education & Certifications

    Residency
    • Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
    Residency
    Internship
    • University of Pennsylvania
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Duke University
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • University of Illinois
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Otolaryngology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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    Dr. Altman has seen patients for Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia), Vocal Cord Paralysis and Tonsillitis, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Altman on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

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