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Jerald S. Altman, MD

18700 N. 64th Drive, Suite 201 Glendale, AZ 85308 (623) 566-4718, Fax (623) 566-4820 View Map 9305 W. Thomas Road, Suite 365 Phoenix, AZ 85037 (623) 848-8890, Fax (623) 848-7848 View Map

Dr. Altman received his Bachelor of Science degree from The Ohio State University and his medical degree from The Ohio State University College of Medicine. He completed his residency in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery at the Henry Ford Health System in Detroit.

In addition to the treatement of disorders and diseases of the ear, nose and throat (ENT) in both adults and children, Dr. Altman has a special interest in the care of the professional voice as well as the treatment of snoring and obstructive sleep apnea syndrome.

Throughout medical school, residency and private practice, Dr. Altman has contributed to the field of Otolaryngology with multiple publications. Dr. Altman currently serves as Chairman of the Department of Surgery at Arrowhead Hospital.

When not working, Dr. Altman enjoys spending time with his wife and two daughters, as well as exercise, hiking Camelback Mountain, and woodturning.

Scientific Publications:

Altman JS, Senior BA, Ransom E. "The Effect of Electrocautery Versus Cold Scalpel Technique on the Incidence of Early Postoperative Tonsillar Pillar Dehiscence After Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty With Tonsillectomy." Laryngoscope 2004;114(2):294-296.

Gardner, GM, Altman, JS, Balakrishnan G. "Pediatric vocal fold medialization with silastic implant: intraoperative airway management." Int J Pediatr Otorhinolaryngol. 2000;52:37-44.

Altman JS, Haupert MS, Hamaker RA, Belenky WM. "In Reply - Caution Advised When Using Diluted Phenylephrine Hydrochloride." Arch Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 1999;125:1170.

Altman JS, Halpert RD, Mickelson SA, Senior BA. "The Effect of Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty and Genial and Hyoid Advancement on Swallowing In Patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome." Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 1999;120:454-7.

Altman JS, Haupert MS, Hamaker RA, Belenky WM. "Phenylephrine and the Prevention of Post-Operative Tympanostomy Tube Obstruction." Arch Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 1998;124:1233-1236.

Benninger MS, Gillen JB, Altman JS. "Changing Etiology of Vocal Fold Immobility." Laryngoscope 1998;108:1346-1350.

Altman JS, Gardner GM. "Cervicofacial Subcutaneous Emphysema In A Patient With Munchausen Syndrome." Ear, Nose, Throat Journal 1998;77(6):476-482.

Altman JS, Benninger MS. "The Evaluation of Unilateral Vocal Fold Immobility: Is Chest X-ray Enough?" J Voice. 1997;11(3):364-367.

Hamlar DD, Schuller DE, Gabhauer RA, Buerki RA, Staubus AE, Hall J, Altman JS, Elzinga DJ, Martin MR. "Determination of the Efficacy of Topical Pilocarpine for Postirradiation Xerostomia in Patients With Head and Neck Carcinoma." Laryngoscope. 1996;106:972-976.