Summary

Dr. Muhammad Altaf is an internal medicine physician who specializes in hospital medicine, bringing a decade of clinical experience to patient care. He earned his medical degree from Ziauddin Medical College, where he built a strong foundation in comprehensive internal medicine. His dual expertise in internal medicine and hospital medicine allows him to provide coordinated care for patients with complex medical conditions requiring hospitalization.

Dr. Altaf maintains hospital affiliations with several respected healthcare systems, including Insight Hospital Medical Center Chicago, Elmhurst Memorial Hospital, Loyola University Medical Center, Northwest Health Porter, and Endeavor Health Skokie Hospital. He practices in Valparaiso, Indiana, where he focuses on managing high blood pressure emergencies and treating various forms of hypertension in both adult and pediatric patients. His clinical expertise extends to hospice care, life-prolonging treatments, and palliative care, allowing him to support patients and families through challenging medical situations with compassion and specialized knowledge.
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Quick Facts

  • 10 years of experience
  • Ziauddin Medical College
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 5 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Northwest Health Porter

85 E Us Highway 6Valparaiso, IN 46383

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
10 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 44 Years of Experience 52 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Valparaiso , INLyons , COMarcellus , MIMunster , IN
Med School: Ziauddin Medical College Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine Med School: Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Muhammad Umer Altaf has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Muhammad Umer Altaf has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Hospital Medicine
  • Hospitalist

Certifications, License, & Education

10 Years Experience

Dr. Muhammad Umer Altaf holds active and expired medical licenses in the states of Illinois and Indiana.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Illinois that expires in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of Indiana that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Ziauddin Medical College in 2016.

NPI Number

Dr. Altaf's NPI number is 1427542414.

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Is Dr. Muhammad Altaf accepting new patients?
Dr. Muhammad Altaf has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Muhammad Altaf affiliated with?
Dr. Muhammad Altaf is affiliated with Insight Hospital Medical Center Chicago, Elmhurst Memorial Hospital, Loyola University Medical Center, Northwest Health Porter, and Endeavor Health Skokie Hospital.
Does Dr. Muhammad Altaf accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Muhammad Altaf has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Muhammad Altaf's office located?
Dr. Muhammad Altaf's office is located at 85 E Us Highway 6, Valparaiso, IN, 46383.

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