
Debra K Ruby OTR/L
Occupational Therapist
2125 ROYCE ST PORTSMOUTH OH, 45662About
Dr. Debra Ruby practices Occupational Medicine in PORTSMOUTH, OH. Dr. Ruby evaluates the interaction between work and health. Occupational medicine physicians have general knowledge of worksite operations and are familiar with the toxic properties of materials used by employees and the potential hazards and stressors of work processes; in addition to being qualified to determine an employees physical and emotional fitness for work; diagnosing and treating occupational diseases; handling work related injuries; and having an understanding of rehabilitation methods, health education techniques, sanitation, and workers compensation laws.
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Chalonda Katrice Hill M.D.1248 Kinneys Ln Portsmouth OH 45662
- Jessica Kielmar OTR2125 ROYCE ST PORTSMOUTH OH 45662
- Mary Warnock MOT, OTR/L, CDP1610 28TH ST PORTSMOUTH OH 45662
- Mrs. Natalie Grace Cox MOT, OTR/L1112 GALLIA ST PORTSMOUTH OH 45662
- Sophia Kestranek1112 GALLIA ST PORTSMOUTH OH 45662
- Miss Cindy Jo Newsom OT2315 Grandview Ave Portsmouth OH 45662
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