Summary

Dr. Katherine Altahif is a family medicine physician who specializes in geriatric medicine. She earned her medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston and completed her residency at Waco Family Medicine in 2020, followed by a fellowship at the same institution in 2021. With nine years of experience in medicine, Dr. Altahif brings dedicated expertise to caring for patients across all age groups, with particular focus on older adults. She provides care in English.

Dr. Altahif practices at Baylor Scott & White Supportive Palliative Care in Waco, Texas. She treats patients with conditions including respiratory failure and urinary tract infections in both adults and children. Her practice encompasses hospice care, palliative care, and life-prolonging treatments, helping patients and families navigate complex medical decisions with compassion and expertise.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 9 years of experience
  • 5 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Waco Family Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

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Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Spanish, Tamil, Arabic, Malayalam
Waco , TXWebster , TXWebster , TXDenton , TX
Med School: University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston (Education) Med School: Dow Medical College Med School: University of Texas Medical Branch Med School: Stanley Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Katherine Altahif

  • Home State Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha

Medical Specialties

Dr. Katherine Altahif has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Katherine Altahif has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Hospice & Palliative Med (family Med)
  • Hospice & Palliative Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

9 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Waco Family Medicine2021

Residency

Waco Family Medicine2020

Medical School

University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston (Education)Graduated in 2017

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