Dr. Athar Altaf MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
675 BALTIMORE DR WILKES BARRE PA, 18702About
Dr. Athar Altaf is a gastroenterologist practicing in Lexington, KY. Dr. Altaf specializes in the digestive system and its diseases that affect the gastrointestinal tract, which include organs from the mouth to the anus as well as liver disorders. Gastroenterology includes conditions such as hepatitis, peptic ulcer disease, colitis, nutritional problems and irritable bowel syndrome. Dr. Altaf performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Allama Iqbal Med Coll- Univ Of Punjab- Lahore- Pakistan 1986
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