Dr. Coleman Altman, DO


Physician
Dermatology

Charlotte Dermatology
2630 East 7th Street Suite 200
Charlotte, North Carolina 28204
For an appointment, call (704) 364-6110
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Medical Expertise of Dr. Coleman Altman, DO

Diagnosis and treatment of skin conditions, including acne, eczema, rosacea, psoriasis and skin cancer.

About Dr. Coleman Altman, DO

EDUCATION

  • Dermatology Residency, Brooke Army Medical Center, San Antonio, Texas
  • Internship, Dwight David Eisenhower Army Medical Center, Augusta, Georgia
  • Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
  • Bachelor of Science, Zoology, North Carolina State University


MEMBERSHIPS/AFFILIATIONS

  • Board Certified Dermatologist
  • American Academy of Dermatology
  • American Association for Dermatologic Surgery
  • Association of Military Dermatologists


PERSONAL/OTHER

Dr. Altman happily returned to Charlotte in 2007. He left Charlotte in 1994 to attend medical school in Philadelphia and to begin his career in the United States Army. He was previously stationed at Fort Gordon, Georgia, Fort Sill, Oklahoma, and Fort Sam Houston, Texas. His last assignment was at Tripler Army Medical Center in Honolulu, Hawaii where he served as the Assistant Chief of Dermatology.

He is married with three beautiful daughters and enjoys boating, fishing, camping, golf and cheering for his daughters at their sporting events.

Patient Education Resources

Does the acne on my back and chest require different treatment from the acne on my face?
Truncal acne, which refers to acne that occurs on the trunk of the body (such as the chest and back), may require a slightly different treatment approach than facial acne. This is because the skin on ...
Does the food I eat affect my acne?
There is some evidence to suggest that diet can play a role in the development of acne. Studies have found that a diet high in sugar and processed foods can increase the risk of developing acne. Diets...
How can I reduce the skin redness caused by rosacea?
There are several ways to reduce the skin redness caused by rosacea:Avoiding triggers: Triggers such as sun exposure, wind, high temperatures, stress, spicy foods, and alcohol, can worsen the symptoms...
How Does Isotretinoin Work to Treat Acne?
Isotretinoin, previously marketed as Accutane, is a medication that is used to treat severe cystic acne that has not responded to other treatments. Isotretinoin is a form of vitamin A and works by ...
How is atopic dermatitis different from eczema?
Atopic dermatitis and eczema are often used interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same thing. Atopic dermatitis is a type of eczema.Eczema is a general term that refers to a group of condition...