Dr. Ruperto Blanco MD
Family Practitioner
730 Grandville Ave Sw Grand Rapids MI, 49503About
Dr. Ruperto Blanco is a family practitioner practicing in Grand Rapids, MI. Dr. Blanco 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. Blanco 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
Manila Central University / College of Medicine MD
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Dr. Ruperto Blanco MD's Practice location
Dr. Ruperto Blanco MD's reviews
Write ReviewPatient Experience with Dr. Blanco
Recommended Articles
- What's the Difference Between Salt and Sodium?
IntroductionWhen people say salt, they usually mean the common table salt. Salt is a mineral that is mainly composed of sodium chloride (NaCl). To distinguish table salt from a class of chemical compounds called salts, the terms rock salt or the mineral name halite is used. Sodium is also...
- Treatments for Conjunctivitis
Conjunctivitis or "pinkeye" is an infection of the conjunctiva, the thin, clear membrane coating the white of the eye and lining the inside of the eyelid. The symptoms may vary slightly depending on the cause, but are distinct: redness of the white part of the eye, tearing, a thick yellow discharge...
- Is Candidiasis of the Skin Contagious?
What is candidiasis of the skin?There are various types of bacteria and fungi that thrive on the skin. Strangely, these bacteria and fungi are a part of the natural environment and many of them help the body carry out normal functions. However, some of these bacteria and fungi can negatively react...
- Top Uses of Mupirocin
Mupirocin is used to treat bacterial infections, such as methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), folliculitis, and impetigo. It is also used for insect bites, small wounds, and infections caused by gram-positive bacteria. Since it is an antibacterial medication, it will be ineffective...
- What Causes Diarrhea?
Diarrhea is the frequent flow of loose, watery stool through the intestines causing muscle contraction and abdominal pain. Stool follows its path through the anus and gets watery when the digestive system consumes too much fluid or gets infected with viruses, bacteria, or parasites. A loose stool...
- An Appendectomy for Appendicitis
Appendicitis is the inflammation of the appendix, a tube-like extension attached to the large intestine. The appendix has no known function, but one thing for certain is that one can live without it with no apparent consequences.Appendicitis is a life and death kind of matter and should be treated...
Nearby Providers
- Dr. Mary Dagen M.D.4100 Lake Dr SE Grand Rapids MI 49546
- Megan Ipema4124 56th St. SW Grandville MI 49418
- Dr. Lynne Chadfield DO1025 Spaulding Avenue SE Grand Rapids MI 49546
- Dr. Janice K Wabeke D.O.4200 Division Ave N Comstock Park MI 49321
- Dr. Stacie L Griemsman MD2249 WEALTHY ST SE EAST GRAND RAPIDS MI 49506
- Dr. Robin Susan O'meara M.D.25 MICHIGAN ST NE GRAND RAPIDS MI 49503