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Dr. Ruth Franks, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 47
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Dr. Ruth Franks, MD is an Internist in Phoenix, AZ.
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Dr. Ruth Franks, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 47
Phoenix, AZ
Accepting new patients
20 years of experience
Dr. Ruth Franks, MD is an Internist in Phoenix, AZ.

About

Dr. Franks graduated from University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix in 2004 and completed a residency at Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center and Phoenix VA Healthcare System Internal Medicine Residency.Dr. Ruth Franks, MD is an Internist in Phoenix, AZ and has 20 years experience. Dr. Franks currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Banner University Medical Center Phoenix. At present, Dr. Franks received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 2 times. Dr. Franks' office accepts new patients. Dr. Franks is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Acute Kidney Failure
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Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Tonsillitis
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Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
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Gout
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Herpes Simplex Infection
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Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
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Iron Metabolism Disorders
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Nail Infection
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Locations

  1. 1 Banner-University Medical Center Phoenix
    1111 E McDowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85006
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Specialties*
Internal Medicine
Hospital Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix
    2004
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center and Phoenix VA Healthcare System Internal Medicine Internship
    2005
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center and Phoenix VA Healthcare System Internal Medicine Residency
    2007
Residency Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Ruth Franks, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Franks' profile.

Dr. Ruth Franks, MD is affiliated with Banner University Medical Center Phoenix.

Yes, Dr. Ruth Franks, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Banner University Medical Center Phoenix

    1111 E McDowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ