Dr. Karen Ratliff MD
Family Practitioner
6031 Kolopua St Kapaa HI, 96746About
Dr. Karen Ratliff is a family practitioner practicing in Kapaa, HI. Dr. Ratliff 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. Ratliff 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 Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca 1979
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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