Dr. Richard J Ruffing MD
Family Practitioner
722 Hyatt St Suite B Gaffney SC, 29341About
Dr. Richard Ruffing is a family practitioner practicing in Gaffney, SC. Dr. Ruffing 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. Ruffing 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
Wayne State Univ Sch of Med, Detroit Mi 1983
Wayne State University School of Medicine 1983
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Back Pain
- Sciatica
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Bronchitis
- Gastritis
- Rotator Cuff Syndrome
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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