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Dr. Robert Altbaum, MD

Internal Medicine*
4.9 (19)
Map Pin Small Westport, CT
Accepting new patients
49 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Robert Altbaum, MD

Dr. Robert Altbaum, MD is an Internal Medicine Specialist in Westport, CT. They specialize in Internal Medicine, has 49 years of experience, and is board certified in Internal Medicine. They graduated from HARVARD Medical School and is affiliated with Norwalk Hospital and Bridgeport Hospital. Dr. Altbaum, completed a residency at Yale New Haven Hosp, Internal Medicine Mass Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine. Patients rated Dr. Altbaum an average 4.9 star rating.

Dr. Altbaum works at Practice in Westport, CT with other offices in Norwalk, CT. They frequently treat conditions like Limb Pain 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. Altbaum's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Performance Physical Therapy
    333 Post Rd W, Westport, CT 06880 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (203) 226-0731
  2. 2
    Norwalk Community Health Center Inc.
    120 Connecticut Ave, Norwalk, CT 06854 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (203) 899-1770

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Norwalk Hospital
  • Bridgeport Hospital

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Limb Pain
Pharyngitis
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Anal or Rectal Pain
Fever
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Joint Pain
Nausea
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Shortness of Breath
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
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Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Immunization Administration
Wellness Examination
Abdominal Pain
Achilles Tendinitis
Acidosis
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Actinic Keratosis
Acute Bronchitis
Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
ADHD and-or ADD
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Administrative Physical
Alkalosis
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Allergic Rhinitis
Anemia
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Animal Allergies
Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Asthma
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Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
Ataxia
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Atherosclerosis
Back Pain
Balanoposthitis
Bedsores
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Bladder Infection
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Boil
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Breast Pain
Bronchiectasis
Bronchitis
Bunion
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Bursitis
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Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Celiac Disease
Cellulitis
Chest Pain
Chronic Interstitial Cystitis
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Chronic Prostatitis
Chronic Sinusitis
Coccygeal Pain
Cold Sore
Common Cold
Confusion
Constipation
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Cough
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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Dehydration
Diabetes
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Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diarrhea
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Difficulty With Walking
Diverticulitis
Diverticulosis
Dizziness
Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Ear Ache
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Earwax Buildup
Emphysema
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enteritis
Esophagitis
Essential Tremor
Fibromyalgia
Fungal Nail Infection
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroptosis
Genital Herpes
Gout
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Hair Loss
Hammer Toe
Headache
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Heart Disease
Heart Palpitations
Heartburn
Hemorrhoids
Hernia
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Herpes Simplex Infection
Herpes Zoster Without Complication
Hives
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Hydrocele
Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypoglycemia
Hypogonadism
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Indigestion
Influenza (Flu)
Insomnia
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Intertrigo
Iron Metabolism Disorders
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Itchy Skin
Lactose Intolerance
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Leukocytopenia
Limb Swelling
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Low Back Pain
Low Blood Oxygen Level
Lyme Disease
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Spasm
Muscle Weakness
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Nasopharyngitis
Neck Muscle Strain
Nighttime Urination (Nocturia)
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Nosebleed
Obesity
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Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Otitis Media
Overactive Bladder
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Peptic Ulcer
Pericardial Disease
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Plantar Fasciitis
Pneumonia
Pollen Allergy
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Polyuria
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Potassium Deficiency
Prostatitis
Proteinuria
Purpura
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Radiculopathy
Rash
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Raynaud's Disease
Reflux Esophagitis
Restless Leg Syndrome
Ringworm
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Rosacea
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Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Sarcoidosis
Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Seborrheic Dermatitis
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Shingles
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Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sinus Bradycardia
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Sleep-Related Leg Cramp
Spermatocele
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Swine Flu
Testicular Dysfunction
Throat Pain
Thyroid Goiter
Tinnitus
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Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Tremor
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Trigeminal Neuralgia
Urinary Hesitancy
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Stones
Venous Compression
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Venous Insufficiency
Vertigo
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Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Vitamin D Deficiency
Warts
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Wheezing
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Angioplasty With Stent Placement
Diabetes Counseling
Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
Puncture Aspiration
Smoking Cessation Counseling
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    4.9
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    About Dr. Robert Altbaum, MD

    Specialties*
    • Internal Medicine

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    Years of Experience
    • 49 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1285736124
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    Education & Certifications

    Residency
    • Yale New Haven Hosp, Internal Medicine Mass Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • HARVARD Medical School
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Internal Medicine
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    Dr. Robert Altbaum, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Altbaum is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Altbaum has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Altbaum has seen patients for Limb Pain, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Altbaum on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    19 patients have reviewed Dr. Altbaum. The overall rating for this provider is 4.9. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Altbaum.

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