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Dr. Ruth Childs is a family medicine physician who has dedicated over four decades to providing comprehensive healthcare to patients and families. She earned her medical degree from the University of Washington School of Medicine and completed her residency training at the University of California at Davis. With 41 years of clinical experience, Dr. Childs brings extensive knowledge to her practice. She is multilingual, speaking Spanish, French, English, and Vietnamese to better serve diverse patient populations.
Dr. Childs practices at Kaiser Permanente Lynnwood Medical Center in Lynnwood, Washington, and maintains an affiliation with Confluence Health Hospital Central Campus. Her family medicine expertise allows her to care for patients across all age groups, from newborns to seniors. She focuses on preventive care, routine health maintenance, and managing both acute and chronic medical conditions that affect individuals and families throughout their lives.
Dr. Childs practices at Kaiser Permanente Lynnwood Medical Center in Lynnwood, Washington, and maintains an affiliation with Confluence Health Hospital Central Campus. Her family medicine expertise allows her to care for patients across all age groups, from newborns to seniors. She focuses on preventive care, routine health maintenance, and managing both acute and chronic medical conditions that affect individuals and families throughout their lives.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 41 years of experience
- 1 insurance plan accepted
- speaks Spanish, French, English, Vietnamese
- University of California at Davis
- 1 specialty
- 7 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Female
Office Location
Kaiser Permanente Lynnwood Medical Center
20200 54th Ave WLynnwood, WA 98036 Tel: (425) 672-6400
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
SatClosed
SunClosed
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ruth E Childs
Medical Specialties
Dr. Ruth E Childs has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Ruth E Childs has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
41 Years Experience
Dr. Ruth E Childs holds an active medical license in the state of Washington.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Washington.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at University of California at Davis.
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Washington School Of Medicine in 1985.
NPI Number
Dr. Childs' NPI number is 1649488263.
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- Dr. Ruth E Childs is affiliated with Confluence Health Hospital Central Campus.
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