Dr. Athar Altaf, MD
Gastroenterology*•Male•Age 62
Gastroenterology*
Dr. Athar Altaf, MD is a gastroenterology specialist in Wilkes Barre, PA and has over 37 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF ALASKA / ANCHORAGE CAMPUS in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Geisinger St. Luke's Hospital and Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.
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675 BALTIMORE DR Wilkes Barre, PA 18702Make an Appointment
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3.3
| 5 Star | 33% | 33% |
| 4 Star | 33% | 33% |
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| 1 Star | 33% | 33% |
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- Gastroenterology
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Board Certifications
UNIVERSITY OF ALASKA / ANCHORAGE CAMPUS
Medical School, 1986
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America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2022)
Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality
How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
5% higher than the national average
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