Biography
Ruth Fisher is a board certified family nurse practitioner with Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Pro Park. She takes a holistic approach to care as she diagnoses and treats common and complex medical conditions for patients of all ages. With a focus on preventive care, Ruth offers wellness exams, routine health screenings, immunizations and vaccinations. She also helps patients manage chronic conditions, including diabetes, high blood pressure and heart disease.
As a staff nurse at Goshen Hospital, Ruth provided direct care for patients alongside a clinical team of providers for more than 14 years. She is highly trained in assessing patients' health condition, developing treatment plans and administering medications.
When Ruth is away from the healthcare practice, she enjoys spending time with family and exploring the outdoors.
Philosophy of Care
Ruth fosters an environment of open communication with patients and their families and shares the decision-making process with them. She treats each patient as an individual and works with them to provide the best possible treatment outcomes.
Research/Clinical Interest
- Family care
- Preventive care
- Chronic diseases, such as diabetes and hypertension
- Women’s health
- Autoimmune diseases
Education
Board Certified – Family Nurse Practitioner
Education and training:
Post-Masters Family Nurse Practitioner Certificate
Master of Science in Nursing Education
Ball State University | Muncie, IN
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Indiana University–Purdue University | Indianapolis, IN