Dr. Ruth Ellen Baldridge MD
Family Practitioner
315 GILL AVE KNOXVILLE TN, 37917About
Dr. Ruth Baldridge is a family practitioner practicing in Knoxville, TN. Dr. Baldridge specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Baldridge possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
Marshall Univ Sch of Med, Huntington Wv 1992
Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine 1992
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM- Hospice and Palliative Medicine
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- Dr. Robert Douglas Shutt M.D.4410 Valley View Dr Knoxville TN 37917