Care That’s Focused on You

Dr. Leslie Saltzman's practice, Rittenhouse Internal Medicine of Philadelphia, provides compassionate, comprehensive medical care with your best interests in mind–especially important when navigating today’s increasingly complex health care system. Your Doctor will be your first contact for any health-related issues, and will also coordinate any specialist care you may need. Learn more about Our Physicians>>

What to Expect During Your Visit

At your first visit, Our Physicians will:

• Explore your medical history, family background, and social history
• Perform a physical exam and prescribe any necessary diagnostic tests
• Work with you to develop a personalized, long-range plan that addresses any immediate health problems
• Provide suggestions to help minimize future health-related problems

Based on your history or personal preference, you may also choose to pursue more extensive screenings, such as CT imaging or a more complete cardiovascular risk assessment. We routinely help our patients to obtain these studies with the assistance of local specialists.

We review test results with you personally, and then prepare an action plan for your future care. If necessary, we provide follow-up in our office for your continuing care, or assist with arranging further evaluation by an appropriate specialist.

An Ongoing Commitment to Your Health

After your visit, our physicians remain readily available to help you with any new or ongoing health issues. They will reassess your health status, usually on an annual basis, and will review which screening tests you may need. Over time, for example, you may develop a medical condition such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, arthritis, diabetes, or depression. As general internists, Dr. Saltzman and Dr. Bellows Rowbotham are well-equipped to help treat these and other conditions, and to coordinate any specialist care you may need.

Treating the Whole Patient, Inside and Out

Dr. Saltzman and her extended team believe that wellness involves more than just internal medicine. Through the Rittenhouse Women’s Wellness Center's Total Wellness Package she offers her Prescription for Total Wellness. This collaborative assessment includes a fitness evaluation, stress management support, nutrition education and planning, as well as an aesthetic consultation, all in a single half-day visit. Learn more about the Rittenhouse Women’s Wellness Center >>

Internal Medicine's Role in your Weight Management Program

Our Physicians recognize the importance of a medically supervised weight loss program. They will help each patient accomplish their personal goals by meeting regularly for follow-up appointments. Learn More >