Dr. Ralph H. Ruckle M.D.
Family Practitioner
103 Redbud Dr Suite C Portland TN, 37148About
Dr. Ralph Ruckle is a family practitioner practicing in Portland, TN. Dr. Ruckle 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. Ruckle 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
Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas 1972
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Physical Exams, Minor Surgery, Immunizations
- Diabetes
- High Cholesterol
- Heart Disease
- Stroke
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Dementia
- Pain
- Abnormal Gait
- Vascular Disease
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