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Summary
Dr. Katherine Ruffner is an internal medicine physician who also specializes in oncology, bringing comprehensive care to patients with complex medical needs. She earned her medical degree from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine and has been practicing for over three decades. Dr. Ruffner speaks English.
Based in San Juan Capistrano, California, Dr. Ruffner focuses on treating patients with joint pain, shoulder discomfort, and hip pain. She incorporates physical therapy approaches and manual therapy techniques into her treatment plans. Her practice also emphasizes strength training to help patients maintain mobility and improve their overall physical function.
Based in San Juan Capistrano, California, Dr. Ruffner focuses on treating patients with joint pain, shoulder discomfort, and hip pain. She incorporates physical therapy approaches and manual therapy techniques into her treatment plans. Her practice also emphasizes strength training to help patients maintain mobility and improve their overall physical function.
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Quick Facts
- 31 years of experience
- 3 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 1 office location
- Female
Office Location
Dr. Katherine Lyle Ruffner
31103 RANCHO VIEJO RD # D-2196SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CA 92675Compare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Katherine Lyle Ruffner | Dr. Tooba Rehman, MD | Karthikeyan Viswanathan, DO | Dr. George Mousa, MD |
| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 31 Years of Experience | 16 Years of Experience | 12 Years of Experience | 17 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Tamil | ||
| SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO , CA | Katy , TX | Palo Alto , CA | Upland , CA |
| Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine | Med School: CHICAGO MEDICAL SCHOOL AT ROSALIND FRANKLIN UNIVERSITY OF MEDICINE & SCIENCE | Med School: Bassett Medical Center - Cooperstown, New York | Med School: University Of Aleppo Faculty Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Katherine Lyle Ruffner
Medical Specialties
Dr. Katherine Lyle Ruffner has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Katherine Lyle Ruffner has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
31 Years Experience
Dr. Katherine Lyle Ruffner holds an inactive medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an inactive medical license in the state of California.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine in 1995.
NPI Number
Dr. Ruffner's NPI number is 1730286113.
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- Dr. Katherine Ruffner speaks English.
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