Summary

Dr. Elizabeth Altenhein is a surgeon with 47 years of experience serving patients in Providence, Rhode Island. She earned her medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Hartford Hospital. Dr. Altenhein brings nearly five decades of surgical expertise to her practice and is fluent in Portuguese, Spanish, and English.

Dr. Altenhein is affiliated with Rhode Island Hospital and practices at multiple locations throughout Providence. She specializes in treating pressure sores, diabetes complications, and open wounds that require surgical intervention. Her procedural expertise includes surgical nail removal, abscess drainage, and carotid artery ultrasound examinations. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.7 on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in her care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 47 years of experience
  • speaks Portuguese, Spanish, English
  • Hartford Hospital
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 4 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Elizabeth L Altenhein has 4 locations

Brown Surgical Associates

100 Highland Ave Ste 308Providence, RI 02906
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

The Miriam Hospital

164 Summit AveProvidence, RI 02906

Rhode Island Hospital

593 Eddy StProvidence, RI 02903

Roger Williams Medical Center

825 Chalkstone AveProvidence, RI 02908

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Dr. Elizabeth L Altenhein, MDDr. Andrea Mary Doyle, MDJill Marie TreleaseDr. Steven George Crespo, MD
SurgeryPlastic SurgeryNurse PractitionerEmergency Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.7 
4.7 
47 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Portuguese, Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Providence , RIEast Greenwich , RITaunton , MAMethuen , MA
Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine Med School: Albany Medical College Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Elizabeth L Altenhein

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Elizabeth L Altenhein has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Elizabeth L Altenhein has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Breast Surgery (Mammaplasty)
  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)

Certifications, License, & Education

47 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Rhode Island, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Hartford Hospital

Medical School

Tufts University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1979

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Elizabeth Altenhein's office located?
Dr. Elizabeth Altenhein's office is located at 100 Highland Ave Ste 308, Providence, RI, 02906.
Does Dr. Elizabeth Altenhein accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Elizabeth Altenhein has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Dr. Elizabeth Altenhein accepting new patients?
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How can I make an appointment with Dr. Elizabeth Altenhein?
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What languages does Dr. Elizabeth Altenhein speak?
Dr. Elizabeth Altenhein speaks Portuguese, Spanish, and English.

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