Dr. Ruta M Pakalns MD
Family Practitioner
220 24th St S Wisconsin Rapids WI, 54494About
Dr. Ruta Pakalns is a family practitioner practicing in Wisconsin Rapids, WI. Dr. Pakalns 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. Pakalns 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
Med Coll of Wi, Milwaukee Wi 1979
Medical College of Wisconsin 1979
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Anxiety
- High Cholesterol
- Heart Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Hypothyroidism
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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