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Dr. David Ricker, MD

Pediatric Sleep Medicine* Age 66
Dr. David Ricker, MD
3.7 (3 Ratings)

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Dr. David Ricker, MD is a Sleep Medicine Pediatrician in Tacoma, WA.
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Dr. David Ricker, MD

Pediatric Sleep Medicine* Age 66
Tacoma, WA
Accepting new patients
40 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. David Ricker, MD is a Sleep Medicine Pediatrician in Tacoma, WA.

About

Dr. David Ricker, MD is a Sleep Medicine Pediatrician in Tacoma, WA and has 40 years experience. They graduated from University of Arizona in 1984 and completed a residency at Ucsd Affil Hosps.They currently practice at Mary Bridge Children's Health Center and are affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center and MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital. Dr. Ricker has experience treating conditions like Asthma among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Ricker received an average rating of 3.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 3 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Ricker also speaks Spanish. Dr. Ricker is board certified in Pediatrics and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

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Locations

  1. 1 Mary Bridge Children's Health Center
    311 S L St, Tacoma, WA 98405
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    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00

Experience and Background Check

Asthma
Pulmonary Rehabilitation Services
Shortness of Breath
Asthma
Pulmonary Rehabilitation Services
Shortness of Breath
Asthma
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Pulmonary Rehabilitation Services
Shortness of Breath
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Asphyxia and Hypoxemia
Bronchitis
Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia
Bronchospasm
Cystic Fibrosis
Insomnia
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Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome
Sleep Apnea
Wheezing
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Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Sleep Study
Abdominal Pain
Acute Bronchiolitis
Acute Bronchitis
Acute Insomnia
Acute Laryngitis
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Sinusitis
ADHD and-or ADD
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Allergic Rhinitis
Anemia
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Animal Allergies
Anxiety
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Aspergillosis
Ataxia
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Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Bronchiectasis
Bronchiolitis
Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis
Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Candidiasis of Skin and Nails
Central Cyanosis
Chest Pain
Chronic Bronchitis
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pulmonary Heart Diseases (incl. Pulmonary Hypertension)
Chronic Sinusitis
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Common Cold
Conduct Disorder
Confusion
Constipation
Contact Dermatitis
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Cough
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Croup
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Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Down Syndrome
Dysphagia
Earwax Buildup
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Enteritis
Esophagitis
Exercise Induced Asthma
Fever
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Foot Sprain
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Headache
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Hypercalcemia
Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis
Hypertension
Hypoglycemia
Hypothyroidism
Hypoxemia
Impetigo
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Indigestion
Influenza (Flu)
Laryngitis
Malaise and Fatigue
Malnutrition
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Muscle Spasm
Muscle Weakness
Nasopharyngitis
Nausea
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Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Obesity
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Osteopenia
Otitis Media
Overweight
Partial Lung Collapse
Pediatric Obesity
Pediatric Overweight
Pharyngitis
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Pneumoconiosis and Pneumonopathy
Pneumonia
Pneumonitis
Pollen Allergy
Primary Central Sleep Apnea
Primary Insomnia
Primary Pulmonary Hypertension
Proteinuria
Psychophysiologic Insomnia
Pulmonary Eosinophilia
Pulmonary Hypertension
Pulmonary Insufficiency
Rash
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Reflux Esophagitis
Respiratory Failure
Respiratory Syncytial Virus
Restless Leg Syndrome
Scleroderma
Seborrheic Dermatitis
Secondary Diabetes Mellitus
Secondary Renovascular Hypertension
Separation Anxiety
Sickle Cell Disease
Sinus Bradycardia
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Sleep Related Hypoxemia
Sleep-Related Leg Cramp
Sleep-Walking
Speech, Language and Learning Disorders
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Strep Throat
Tension Headache
Torticollis
Viral Enteritis
Viral Infection
Vitamin D Deficiency
Bronchoprovocation Test
Bronchoscopy
Bronchoscopy with Robotic Assist
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Home Sleep Study
Immunization Administration
Lung Diffusion Capacity Test
PET-CT Scan
Pulmonary Function Test
Respirator Fit Evaluations
Tuberculosis Screening
Ultrasound
Wellness Examination

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3.7
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Nov 14, 2023
Great with kids and I feel comfortable bringing my child back for future appointments!
— Nov 14, 2023
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Insurance Accepted

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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. David Ricker, MD is a sleep medicine pediatrician in Tacoma, WA and has over 39 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Arizona in 1984. He specializes in Pediatric Sleep Medicine, Pediatric Pulmonology, and more.
Biography
Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Pediatric Sleep Medicine
Pediatric Pulmonology
Sleep Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • University of Arizona
    1984
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Pediatrics, Pediatric Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine
Board Certifications
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A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Ucsd Affil Hosps
    1987
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Children's Hospital
    1991
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. David Ricker, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Ricker's profile.

Dr. David Ricker, MD is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center and MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital.

Yes, Dr. David Ricker, MD holds board certification in Pediatrics, Pediatric Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine.

Dr. Ricker has over 40 years of healthcare experience.

Hospital Affiliations

  • St. Joseph Medical Center

    1717 S J St, Tacoma, WA

  • MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital

    315 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Tacoma, WA

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(253) 366-5859