Dr. Melanie Altizer is the Chief of OB/GYN and Facility Medical Director of OB hospitalists at St. Mary’s Medical Center. With 15 years of experience as a doctor, Dr. Altizer attended West Virginia University for her undergraduate studies, medical school, and OB/GYN residency. She started her new position in January and has quickly become an important asset to the St. Mary’s team.
Dr. Altizer’s favorite part of the job is caring for patients and helping bring new life into the world. She finds it incredibly rewarding and humbling to be the first set of hands to hold and care for a newborn baby. Dr. Altizer is passionate about providing high-quality care to all her patients and ensuring that each birth is a positive experience for both the new parents and the newborn. Her expertise and compassionate approach have made her a valued member of the St. Mary’s Medical Center team.















