Summary

Dr. Anderson just published a ground breaking work on how to use exercise to combat disease. It is titled,
GET MOVING! Live Better, Live Longer. In this book Dr. Anderson pulls from her 25 years of experience and training in health and fitness to give the layman an scientifically sound, step-by-step approach to preventing and even curing disease with exercise. If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with high blood pressure, heart disease, osteoporosis, arthritis, low back pain or diabetes this book is for you.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 33 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School
  • 9 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Ruth Kay Anderson has 2 locations

Nhrmc Orthopedic Hospital

5301 Wrightsville AveWilmington, NC 28403

Emergeortho

8115 Market St Ste 104Wilmington, NC 28411
Mon8:00 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 - 5:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 1:00 pm
SunClosed

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Speaks English
Wilmington , NCWrightsville Beach , NCWilmington , NCWilmington , NC
Med School: University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ruth Kay Anderson

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Ruth Kay Anderson has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ruth Kay Anderson has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Acute Pain
  • Arthritis
  • Back Pain
  • Cancer Pain
  • Chronic Pain
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Neck Pain
  • Neurogenic Arthropathy
  • Osteoporosis
  • Pain Medicine
  • Spine Inflammation (Spondylarthropathies)
  • Thoracic Diseases

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

Dr. Ruth Kay Anderson holds an inactive medical license in the state of North Carolina.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an inactive medical license in the state of North Carolina that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School in 1993.

NPI Number

Dr. Anderson's NPI number is 1518976026.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Ruth Anderson speak?
Dr. Ruth Anderson speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ruth Anderson?
You can find contact information for Dr. Ruth Anderson here on Vitals.
Where is Dr. Ruth Anderson's office located?
Dr. Ruth Anderson's office is located at 5301 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington, NC, 28403.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ruth Anderson affiliated with?
Dr. Ruth Anderson is affiliated with Novant Health New Hanover Orthopedic Hospital and Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center.
Does Dr. Ruth Anderson accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Ruth Anderson has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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