Dr. Altepeter provides compassionate care with a focus on the 4 pillars of obesity medicine. She understands science based nutrition and is able to provide practical advice to patients struggling with obesity. She spends time with her patients, really trying to understand the barriers they have faced with weight problems. Her practice is evidence based, she prescribes medications that promote weight loss in a controlled setting while monitoring various biometric markers and making sure the focus is on changing body composition and preserving muscle mass and not just changing the number on the scale. She is a champion for her patients!
Dr Altepeter was very compassionate, attentive and thoughtful when caring for my daughter. Her knowledge and expertise helped her to get through a very difficult time in her life and on a road to recovery. She always listened to my concerns as a parent and never left me feeling unheard. She was always professional and advocated for her patients. Truly one of the best.
Dr. Altepeter evaluated and treated my child with such compassion and thoroughness. From the very beginning, she took the time to truly listen—not only to my concerns as a parent and advocate, but also to my child’s feelings and perspective. She explained everything clearly, answered our questions patiently, and made sure we both felt heard and understood. It’s rare to find a physician who balances clinical expertise with genuine empathy, and Dr. Altepeter does exactly that. We are so grateful for the care, attention, and respect she showed our family. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a provider who truly cares.
Dr. Altepeter is one of the most thoughtful and mission-driven physicians I’ve had the opportunity to speak with. She brings a rare combination of clinical depth, intellectual rigor, and genuine empathy to obesity medicine. What stands out most is how intentional she is about patient care. She isn’t chasing trends — she truly understands the science behind GLP-1 therapy and chronic weight management, and she takes the time to think carefully about long-term outcomes for her patients. She’s also incredibly thorough and analytical. Every decision she makes is measured and grounded in evidence, which speaks to the level of care patients can expect from her practice. It’s clear her practice is built with purpose, integrity, and a desire to create a supportive, judgment-free environment for patients navigating weight challenges. Anyone working with Dr. Altepeter is in capable and compassionate hands.
Dr. Altepeter gives advice that works in real life. She is compassionate, extremely well-informed on medicine and health and respectful to every person.