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Dr. Ruth Prophete MD

Pediatrician

1030 President Ave Fall River MA, 02720
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About

Dr. Ruth Prophete is a pediatrician practicing in Fall River, MA. Dr. Prophete is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Prophete diagnoses and treats infections, injuries, diseases and other disorders in children. Pediatricians typically work with infants, children, teenagers and young adults up to age 21. They practice medical care as well as preventative health care. Dr. Prophete can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.

Education and Training

Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University 1997

Board Certification

PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP

Provider Details

FemaleEnglish 21 years of experience

Treatments

  • Ear Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (copd)
  • Rash
  • Chalazion

Dr. Ruth Prophete MD's Practice location

Practice At 1030 President Ave

1030 President Ave -
Fall River, MA 02720
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New patients: 508-674-1010, 508-675-5858
Fax: 508-676-6595
http://www.truesdalesurgical.com/

Practice At 81 Hawthorn St # R

81 Hawthorn St # R -
New Bedford, MA 02740
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New patients: 508-961-2403
Fax: 508-961-2406

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