Dr. Jennifer Ruddy MD
Pulmonologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Pulmonology
4800 Sand Point Way Ne A-5937 Seattle WA, 98105About
Dr. Jennifer Ruddy practices Pediatric Pulmonology in Seattle, WA. Dr. Ruddy treats children who have breathing problems, or a problem with his or her lungs. Pediatric pulmonologists often treat children with chronic cough, difficulty breathing, recurring pneumonia, asthma, cystic fibrosis, apnea, chronic lung disease in premature infants, noisy breathing, and conditions that require special equipment to monitor and/or help with breathing at home.
Education and Training
Ohio State University College of Medicine And Public Health,Columbus, Ohio, United States 2003
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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