Dr. Ruth Ellen Medak M.D.
Hospice and Palliative Care Specialist | Hospice and Palliative Medicine
6410 Ne Halsey St. , Providence Health & Portland OR, 97213About
Dr. Ruth Medak is a hospice and palliative care specialist practicing in Portland, OR. Dr. Medak provides care to people who are seriously ill. As a hospice and palliative care specialist, Dr. Medak works to relieve the pain and suffering of people who have a severe medical condition and are in a critical state. Hospice and palliative care specialists try to improve the quality of life for a person who may not have much time left to live.
Education and Training
University of Illinois College of Medicine 1973
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Hospice and Palliative Medicine
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