Dr. Richard Ripple M.D.
Pediatrician
201 W Mill St Santa Maria CA, 93458About
Dr. Richard Ripple is a pediatrician practicing in Santa Maria, CA. Dr. Ripple is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Ripple diagnoses and treats infections, injuries, diseases and other disorders in children. Pediatricians typically work with infants, children, teenagers and young adults up to age 21. They practice medical care as well as preventative health care. Dr. Ripple can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Stanford Univ Sch Of Med- Stanford Ca 1972
Stanford University School of Medicine 1972
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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