Dr. Edward Ratner MD
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
8014 Olson Memorial Hwy #211 Minneapolis MN, 55427About
Dr. Edward Ratner practices Geriatric Medicine in Minneapolis, MN. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Ratner works as part of a team with other healthcare providers, to address the natural aging that goes on within the body and to manage multiple medical problems and ensure social support.
Education and Training
Univ of Chicago, Pritzker Sch of Med, Chicago Il 1982
U Of Chgo Div Of Bio Sci Pritzker Sch Of Med 1982
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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