Dr. Ruth Smothers, MD


Physician
Family Medicine

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Baton Rouge Primary Care Collaborative
2013 Central Road, Suite B
Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70807
For an appointment, call (225) 774-1158
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About Dr. Ruth Smothers, MD

Dr. Ruth L Smothers, MD is a board-certified Baton Rouge family medicine practitioner providing care to patients at Baton Rouge Primary Care Collaborative.  
 

Patient Education Resources

Are inhaled corticosteroids safe to use for my asthma?
Inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) are a type of medication that is commonly used to treat asthma and other respiratory conditions. They are considered safe because they are delivered directly to the lungs...
Can ADHD be managed without medication?
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can be managed without medication, although medication is often a common treatment option. Medications such as stimulants (e.g. Ritalin®, Adderall) ...
I snore regularly. Should I be worried about sleep apnea?
Snoring is a common symptom of sleep apnea, a serious sleep disorder that causes a person to stop breathing for short periods of time during sleep. People with sleep apnea often snore loudly and frequ...
My PSA is elevated. What should I do next?
An elevated PSA (prostate-specific antigen) level can be a sign of prostate cancer, but it can also be caused by other conditions such as an enlarged prostate or a urinary tract infection. If your PSA...
What medications can help control my glucose levels with diabetes type 2?
There are several different types of medications that can be used to help control glucose levels in people with type 2 diabetes, including:Metformin: This is a medication that helps lower blood sugar ...

Education & Training

Residency: McGaw Medical Center Northwestern University