My Philosophy and Approach to Wellness...
My philosophy of medicine is to treat patients in the same way I would want any member of my family to be treated. I pride myself on having the ability to listen, get to know my patients as people and involve them in medical decision making. When needed, I send my patients to specialists who I would choose for my own care. I provide primary care, internal medicine and have special interests in cardiovascular health, preventive medicine, diabetes, hypertension (high blood pressure), cholesterol disorders and women’s health.I am one of the few female internal medicine physicians in the Greater Cincinnati area of Ohio offering this concierge-like, personalized healthcare approach. My patients come from all over Cincinnati, including Fairfield, Forest Park and Hamilton, as well as Indian Hill, Blue Ash, Montgomery and Loveland. I even have patients as far south as northern Kentucky. I am a staff physician with Mercy Health Fairfield and pride myself on seeing my own patients if they are hospitalized.
Physician Profile
Education
- Undergraduate
- University of Dayton
- Dayton, OH
- Bachelor of Science, Biology 1975
- Magna Cum Laude
- Medical School
- The Ohio State University College of Medicine
- Columbus, OH
- Doctorate of Medicine 1981
- Internship
- The Christ Hospital
- Cincinnati, OH
- Internal Medicine 1983-1984
- Residency
- The Christ Hospital
- Cincinnati, OH
- Internal Medicine 1984-1986
Licensure
- Ohio
Professional Society Memberships
- American College of Physicians, American Society of Internal Medicine
- Ohio State Medical Association
Professional Affiliations and Appointments
- Volunteer Faculty, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Internal Medicine Ambulatory Clerkship 1995-present
- Volunteer Faculty, Physician Assistant Program, Kettering College of Medical Arts, Kettering, OH 2000-present
- Volunteer Faculty, Nurse Practitioner Program, Wright State University, Dayton, OH 2005-present
- Board of Directors, Butler County Imaging Center and Ancillary Services 2008-2010
- Mercy Health Partners
- - Vice-Chair, Regional Physician Council 2005-2007
- - Board of Trustees 2003-2005
- President, Medical Staff, Mercy Fairfield Hospital 2003-2005
Hospital Affiliations
- Mercy Fairfield Hospital
- Bethesda North Hospital
Honors and Awards
- Blankenhorn Society Teaching Award, University of Cincinnati School of Medicine 1995
- Women of Excellence Award, West Chester Chamber of Commerce 2001
Certifications
American Board of Internal MedicinePatient Testimonials
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Member: Joyce
My husband Bill and I have been going to Dr. Alter for about 22years now. I don't know what we would do without her. She is not on...
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Member: Carolyn
She is my doctor, friend and a wise counselor. So glad I have had her for a doctor for many years
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Member: Joyce
Dr. Kathleen Alter is just amazing. She really listens to your concerns, fears, and symptoms. She has been such a blessing to me...
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Member: Harry
Doctor Kathleen Alter has been my primary for at least 25 years,I have nothing but prase for this wonderful lady. Doctor Alter is ...