Dr. Stephen Ratcliffe MD
Family Practitioner
540 N Duke St Lancaster PA, 17602About
Dr. Stephen Ratcliffe is a family practitioner practicing in Lancaster, PA. Dr. Ratcliffe 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. Ratcliffe 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
Washington Univ Sch Of Med- St Louis Mo 1979
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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Fellowships
- University of Utah 1985
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