Dr. Ruth Elizabeth Thatcher, MD

Dr. Ruth Thatcher is a family medicine physician with 31 years of experience providing comprehensive healthcare to patients of all ages. She earned her medical degree from the Sanford School of Medicine of the University of South Dakota and has built an extensive career focused on preventive care and managing a wide range of health conditions. Dr. Thatcher is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing her to serve diverse patient populations with clear communication and cultural understanding.

Dr. Thatcher practices in Venice, Florida, and maintains hospital affiliations with Monument Health Rapid City Hospital. Her expertise includes treating women's health concerns such as abnormal uterine bleeding and heavy menstrual periods. She also provides essential preventive services including CT scans for diagnostic imaging, HPV vaccinations for cancer prevention, and abdominal X-rays to evaluate internal conditions.