Summary

Dr. Bruce Altman is an ophthalmologist who has been caring for patients' vision needs for four decades. He earned his medical degree from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and completed his residency training at Hahnemann University Hospital. His extensive experience in eye care allows him to address a wide range of vision concerns with expertise and precision. Dr. Altman is fluent in Spanish, French, and English.

Dr. Altman practices at Danbury Hospital and provides care at multiple locations throughout Danbury and Ridgefield, Connecticut. He specializes in treating cataracts and glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. His surgical expertise includes cataract surgery and intraocular lens implant procedures, helping patients restore clear vision. He also performs tonometry testing to monitor eye pressure and detect glaucoma. Patients rate Dr. Altman 3.7 out of 5 stars on average.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.7
  • 40 years of experience
  • speaks Spanish, French, English
  • Hahnemann University Hospital
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Flexible scheduling

Office Locations

Dr. Bruce Stuart Altman has 4 locations

Danbury Eye Physicians And Surgeons

69 Sand Pit Rd Ste 101Danbury, CT 06810
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

Danbury Hospital

24 Hospital AveDanbury, CT 06810

Danbury Surgical Center

73 Sand Pit RdDanbury, CT 06810
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Danbury Surgical Center

901 Ethan Allen Hwy Ste 105Ridgefield, CT 06877
Mon6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri6:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Bruce Stuart Altman, MDDr. Alexis E Finlay, MDDr. Vincent A Manjoney, MDDr. Iraj Cyrus Rahmati, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologySurgeryOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.7 
4.5 
3.6 
40 Years of Experience 40 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience 60 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, French, English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Danbury , CTCos Cob , CTBridgeport , CTNew Milford , CT
Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania Med School: Drexel University College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Connecticut School Of Medicine Med School: Tehran University Of Medical Sciences
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Bruce Stuart Altman

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Bruce Stuart Altman has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Bruce Stuart Altman has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Cataract Surgery
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Emergencies
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Eye Surgery (Ophthalmologic Surgical Procedures)
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Second-Look Surgery
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

Dr. Bruce Stuart Altman holds an expired medical license in the state of Connecticut.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Connecticut that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Hahnemann University Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania in 1986.

NPI Number

Dr. Altman's NPI number is 1336147784.

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Dr. Bruce Altman's office is located at 69 Sand Pit Rd Ste 101, Danbury, CT, 06810.
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What languages does Dr. Bruce Altman speak?
Dr. Bruce Altman speaks Spanish, French, and English.

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