Dr. Erik Paul Rufa M.D.
Hospitalist
750 E ADAMS ST SYRACUSE NY, 13210About
Dr. Erik Rufa is a hospitalist practicing in Newton Lower Falls, MA. Dr. Rufa specializes in the comprehensive medical care of hospitalized patients. As a hospitalist, Dr. Rufa manages the clinical problems of hospitalized patients and the acutely ill, while working to improve the performance of the hospital. Dr. Rufa works in collaboration with all of the different doctors that are working with the patient. Hospitalists are involved in the diagnosis, treatment and medical procedures of patients.
Education and Training
Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons 2003
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Awards
- Teacher of the Year Award for Part-time Faculty, 2009 University of Vermont (UVM)
- 2006 The Frank Babbott Award for idealism, integrity, education, and dedic
- in recognition of new knowledge through research during residency, UV 2006 The Harriet P Dustin Award
- 2011-2012 The Locke Teaching Award at Newton Wellesley Hospital
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