Ryan W. Behrens, MD
My specialties:
- Family medicine
Professional interests:
- Pediatrics
- Adult health care
- Preventive health
I am a board-certified physician, specializing in family medicine. My professional interests include pediatrics, adult health care and preventive health.
Hometown: Northfield, MN
Best part of my work: I enjoy being able to care for the entire family--often multiple generations.
Why I became a physician: I enjoy helping people.
What I tell my friends and family: Have a good relationship with your doctor.
How I spend my free time: Spending time with my family, traveling, hiking, cross-country skiing.
What patients say about me: They appreciate that I spend time with them.
Favorite health tip: Eat healthy and stay active.
Practice philosophy: I'm askable.
Credentials
- MD
Board-certified specialties
- Family medicine
Personal interests
- Cross-country skiing
- Family activities
- Hiking
- Traveling
Educational institutions
- University of Iowa Roy J and Lucille A Carver College of Medicine
Memberships
- American Academy of Family Physicians
- American Academy of Family Practice Obstetrics
- Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians
Internships
- St Elizabeth's Hospital/Appleton Medical Center
Residencies
- Saint Elizabeth's Hospital/Appleton Medical Center
Years of experience
- 38
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