Craig Alter, MD

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About This Physician

Gender Male
Type of Specialist Pediatric Endocrinologist
Special Expertise
  • Diabetes
  • Growth Disorders
  • Pubertal Disorders
  • Thyroid Disorders
Admitting Hospital(s) Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Ranked #1 in Pediatrics: Diabetes & Endocrinology
Nationally Ranked in 10 Specialties
Board Certification(s)
Latest Certification Date(s)
Pediatrics
2012
Pediatric Endocrinology
2010
Obtained Medical Degree From Harvard University
1987
Residency(ies)
Pediatrics
Boston Childrens Hosp
Boston, MA
1988 - 1990
Fellowship(s)
Pediatric Endocrinology
Childrens Hosp
Philadelphia, PA
1990 - 1993
Faculty Appointment
Clin Prof
Pediatrics
Univ Pennsylvania
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