Catherine Ruffino
Physician Assistant | Medical
601 7TH ST S STE 565 SAINT PETERSBURG FL, 33701About
Catherine Ruffino is a physician assistant practicing in SAINT PETERSBURG, FL. Catherine specializes in preventing and treating human illness and injury by providing a broad range of care under the supervision of a physician. A physician assistant's work can include physical exams, ordering and interpreting tests, performing procedures and prescribing medication. Often times, they can assist in surgery but the scope of practice can vary according to jurisdiction or health care setting.
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