Summary

Dr. Kathleen Sweeney is a family medicine physician who brings over four decades of experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency at Grandview Hospital Core. With 42 years in practice, Dr. Sweeney provides comprehensive care for patients of all ages. She is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing her to serve diverse communities effectively.

Dr. Sweeney practices at UPMC Altoona in Altoona, Pennsylvania, where she focuses on treating various pain conditions and musculoskeletal concerns. Her expertise includes managing back pain during pregnancy and addressing back pain in children and teens. She also treats flank pain and incorporates therapeutic approaches such as physical therapy and manual therapy into patient care. Patients have given Dr. Sweeney an average rating of 4.0, reflecting their confidence in her compassionate and experienced approach to family medicine.

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Quick Facts

  • 4
  • 42 years of experience
  • 36 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Grandview Hospital Core
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Upmc Altoona

620 Howard AveAltoona, PA 16601

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Med School: Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Kathleen E Sweeney

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • AlwaysCare
  • AmeriHealth
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross of Northeastern Pennsylvania
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan - HMO
  • Geisinger Health Plan - Medicare
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • Golden Rule
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthPartners
  • Highmark Blue Shield
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Integra
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • UPMC Health Plan - HMO
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Kathleen E Sweeney has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Kathleen E Sweeney has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Osteopathy, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Grandview Hospital Core

Medical School

Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated in 1984

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Dr. Kathleen Sweeney's office is located at 620 Howard Ave, Altoona, PA, 16601.
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