Doctors > LEAH B. KALTMAN, MD

• specialty:
• Internal Medicine
• bs:
• University of Rochester, Rochester, NY, 1984
• md:
• New York Medical College, New York, NY, 1990
• residency:
• Mount Sinai Hospital, New York, NY
• board certification:
• Internal Medicine

My interests:

I feel a strong interest in health, prevention, nutrition, and fitness. I volunteer as a preceptor for UMDNJ medical students and serve as a mentor on a career committee (Healthy community, Healthy youth) to assist high school students in career choices. I personally have 3 boys and spend my "free" time participating in my sons' school activities as well as multiple sports.

Why I became a doctor:

I had an unfavorable experience as a surgical patient when I was 17 years old. I told myself that if I became a doctor, I would have a much better relationship with my patients. Additionally, I have always been interested in health and fitness, and medicine combines both of these interests. Lastly, I come from a family of four children who have always taken care of and looked out for one another. Consequently, I enjoy being in that role.

My philosophy of care:

Wellness is a combination of both physical and mental well being. In my practice, I am attentive to both. Additionally, I try as best as possible to be available and accessible for my patients in order to be considered a good caregiver as well as a reputable physician.