Dr. Christopher Stefan Ritchie MD
Family Practitioner
500 N Columbia River Hwy Saint Helens OR, 97051About
Dr. Christopher Ritchie is a family practitioner practicing in Saint Helens, OR. Dr. Ritchie 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. Ritchie 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
Univ of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca 1993
University of California 1993
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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Treatments
- Pain
- Cellulitis
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