Summary

Dr. Michael Altman is an ophthalmologist and pathologist with 36 years of experience treating eye conditions and diseases. He earned his medical degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University and completed his residency at Sinai Hospital. Dr. Altman speaks both English and Russian, allowing him to serve patients from diverse backgrounds.

Dr. Altman practices at Northwest Hospital and multiple locations throughout Baltimore, Maryland, including the Krieger Eye Institute and Sinai Ophthalmology. He specializes in treating conditions such as blocked tear ducts, eye muscle problems, and cataracts. His expertise includes performing comprehensive eye exams, measuring eye pressure, and conducting vision assessments. Patients rate Dr. Altman 4.3 out of 5 stars for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 36 years of experience
  • 23 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Russian
  • Sinai Hospital
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Michael Elimelech Altman has 5 locations

Sinai Ophthalmology-Quarry Lake

2411 W Belvedere Ave Fl 6Baltimore, MD 21215

Krieger Eye Institute

2411 W Belvedere Ave # 6Baltimore, MD 21215

Sinai Ophthalmology-Quarry Lake

2700 Quarry Lake Dr Ste 180Baltimore, MD 21209

The Krieger Eye Institute

2411 W Belvedere Ave Ste 505Baltimore, MD 21215
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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4.3 
36 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Russian Speaks Italian, Spanish, English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Baltimore , MDBaltimore , MDLaurel , MDLutherville , MD
Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University Med School: Universidad Catolica de Cordoba Med School: Loma Linda University in California Med School: Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michael Elimelech Altman

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Jai Medical Systems
  • Johns Hopkins Employer Health Programs
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Maryland Physicians Care
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Priority Partners - HMO
  • Riverside Health - HMO
  • Riverside Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Michael Elimelech Altman has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Michael Elimelech Altman has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Pathology
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Maryland, 2026, Active
Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Sinai Hospital

Medical School

Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva UniversityGraduated in 1990

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What languages does Dr. Michael Altman speak?
Dr. Michael Altman speaks English and Russian.

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