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Dr. Ruth Prophete, MD

Neonatal Medicine* Age 53
Dr. Ruth Prophete, MD
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Dr. Ruth Prophete, MD is a Neonatal-Perinatal Pediatrician in New Bedford, MA.
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Dr. Ruth Prophete, MD

Neonatal Medicine* Age 53
New Bedford, MA
Accepting new patients
27 years of experience
Dr. Ruth Prophete, MD is a Neonatal-Perinatal Pediatrician in New Bedford, MA.

About

Dr. Prophete graduated from Drexel University College of Medicine. Dr. Ruth Prophete, MD is a Neonatal-Perinatal Pediatrician in New Bedford, MA and has 27 years experience. Dr. Prophete currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Boston Children's Hospital. Dr. Prophete has experience treating conditions like Acute Upper Respiratory Infection among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Prophete received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 2 times. Dr. Prophete's office accepts new patients. Dr. Prophete also speaks Portuguese. Dr. Prophete is board certified in Pediatrics.

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Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Pharyngitis
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Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Pharyngitis
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Pharyngitis
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Otitis Media
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Rash
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Strep Throat
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Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Immunization Administration
Wellness Examination
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Acute Bronchitis
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Acute Pharyngitis
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Allergic Rhinitis
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Bronchiolitis
Bruise of Face, Scalp, or Neck
Chronic Sinusitis
Conduct Disorder
Constipation
Diaper Rash
Dry Skin
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Foot Infection
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Herpes Simplex Infection
Influenza (Flu)
Ingrown Nail
Joint Pain
Lactose Intolerance
Limb Pain
Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
Nail Infection
Nausea
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Normal Baby Development
Obesity
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Outer Ear Infection
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Polyuria
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Seborrheic Dermatitis
Sinusitis
Speech, Language and Learning Disorders
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Swine Flu
Thrush
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Tonsillitis
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Vaginitis or Vaginosis
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Infant Care
Premature Infant Care
Well Baby Care

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Locations

  1. 1 Horizon Pediatrics Inc
    81 Hawthorn St # R, New Bedford, MA 02740
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (508) 961-2403
  2. 2 Boston Children's Hospital
    300 Longwood Ave, Boston, MA 02115
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (617) 355-6000
    Monday
    07:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    07:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    07:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    07:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    07:00 - 17:00
  3. 3 Southcoast Hospitals Group Inc
    101 Page St, New Bedford, MA 02740
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (508) 961-5598

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May 11, 2024
Outstanding doctor. Compassionate, kind and thorough. Very knowledgeable and great with kids.
Carolyn — May 11, 2024
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Languages Spoken
Portuguese
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Neonatal Medicine
Pediatrics
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Drexel University College of Medicine
    1997
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Pediatrics
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Floating Hospital For Children, Tufts Medical Center
    2000
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Ruth Prophete, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Prophete's profile.

Dr. Prophete frequently treats the following conditions: Acute Upper Respiratory Infection. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Ruth Prophete, MD is affiliated with Boston Children's Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Ruth Prophete, MD holds board certification in Pediatrics.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Boston Children's Hospital

    300 Longwood Ave, Boston, MA