198: A Geriatrician Talks About the Care of Our Elderly

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198: A Geriatrician Talks About the Care of Our Elderly

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Aug 12, 2021

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Dr. Stacey Ruff is a Family Medicine trained Academic Geriatrician. Take a listen to the great variety of care she is able to offer her patient population.

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Aug 12, 2021

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198: A Geriatrician Talks About the Care of Our Elderly

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