Dr. Martin Steven Altschul MD
Pediatrician
5125 Skyline Rd S Salem OR, 97306About
Dr. Martin Altschul is a pediatrician practicing in Salem, OR. Dr. Altschul is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Altschul diagnoses and treats infections, injuries, diseases and other disorders in children. Pediatricians typically work with infants, children, teenagers and young adults up to age 21. They practice medical care as well as preventative health care. Dr. Altschul can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Johns Hopkins Univ Sch of Med, Baltimore Md 1976
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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