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Dr. Robert A Altbaum M.D.
Internist
162 Kings Hwy N Westport CT, 06880About
Dr. Robert Altbaum is an internist practicing in Westport, CT. Dr. Altbaum specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Altbaum provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Education and Training
Harvard Med Sch, Boston Ma 1975
Harvard Medical School 1975
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Headaches
- Urinary Incontinence
- Menopause
- High Cholesterol
- Osteoporosis
- Pain
- Tonsillitis
- Urinary Tract Infection (uti)
- Stomach Flu
- Degenerative Disc Disease (ddd)
- Swelling
- Vascular Disease
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