5
3 Ratings
Summary
Dr. Edmund Rutherford has practiced surgery, critical care medicine, and colorectal surgery for 42 years. He treats respiratory failure, rib fractures, and closed head injuries, and performs therapeutic hypothermia, central venous catheter placement, and Crohn's disease surgery. He is affiliated with WakeMed Raleigh Campus, WakeMed Children's Hospital, WakeMed North Family and Women's Hospital, and Central Prison Healthcare Complex, all in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Dr. Rutherford earned his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of North Carolina Health System. He speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Rutherford 5 out of 5.
Dr. Rutherford earned his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of North Carolina Health System. He speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Rutherford 5 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 42 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- University Of North Carolina Health System
- 3 specialties
- 21 areas of expertise
- 4 hospital affiliations
- 4 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Edmund James Rutherford has 4 locationsWakemed North Family And Womens Hospital
10000 Falls Of Neuse RdRaleigh, NC 27614 Tel: (919) 350-8000
Wakemed
3000 New Bern Ave Ste 1100Raleigh, NC 27610Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Surgery | Critical Care Medicine | Anesthesiology | Critical Care Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 42 Years of Experience | 36 Years of Experience | 28 Years of Experience | 35 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | |||
| Raleigh , NC | Durham , NC | Durham , NC | Durham , NC |
| Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Medical School | Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine | Med School: King Abdulaziz University College Of Medicine And Allied Sciences |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Edmund James Rutherford
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Edmund James Rutherford has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Edmund James Rutherford has the following 21 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
42 Years Experience
Dr. Edmund James Rutherford holds an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at University Of North Carolina Health System.
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine in 1984.
NPI Number
Dr. Rutherford's NPI number is 1497702773.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Edmund Rutherford affiliated with?
- Dr. Edmund Rutherford is affiliated with Wakemed Raleigh Campus, Wakemed Childrens Hospital, Wakemed North Family And Womens Hospital, and Central Prison Healthcare Complex.
- What languages does Dr. Edmund Rutherford speak?
- Dr. Edmund Rutherford speaks English and Spanish.
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