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Dr. Jane Patricia Rudd, MD

Specializes in: Family Medicine
University of Washington School of Medicine (1990)
Professional interests include: pain, type 2 diabetes, anxiety, and more.
4212 GRAND AVENUE
Duluth, MN 55807

Dr. Jane Patricia Rudd, MD is a family medicine practitioner in Duluth, MN specializing in family medicine. She graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine in 1990 and has 35 years of experience. Dr. Jane Patricia Rudd, MD is affiliated with Essentia Health-Polinsky Medical Rehabilitation Center (Duluth) and THE DULUTH CLINIC LTD.

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Office Locations

Address:

4212 GRAND AVENUE
Duluth, MN 55807

Some issues Dr. Jane Patricia Rudd, MD can help you with:

Anxiety

Anxiety is a generic name given to a variety of conditions characterized by unusual amounts of fear and worry, especially unrealistic fears and tension. People who suffer from anxiety often are aware that their fears are irrational, but that knowledge does not make the feeling of being scared and anxious go away. To qualify as anxiety, symptoms must last for 6 months or more and interfere with the way a person lives their daily life. Some cases may be mild, where, for example, a person simply avoids certain situations. Other cases can be severe enough to be disabling.

Some of the specific conditions covered under the general label of anxiety include:

  • Generalized anxiety disorder
  • Obsessive-compulsive disorder
  • Phobias
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder
  • Social phobia
  • Panic disorder

Collectively, anxiety disorders are the most common mental health issues diagnosed in the United States -- even more common than depression. Women are more likely than men to be diagnosed with anxiety, and it is extremely common for a person with anxiety to have another illness at the same time, such as depression, a physical illness, or substance abuse.

Treatment for anxiety usually involves medication and psychotherapy together. Medications used may include antidepressants (which also work for anxiety), anti-anxiety medications, or beta blockers (which can be used to control the physical symptoms of anxiety). Psychotherapy can be useful to teach patients new ways of thinking and reacting so that they can manage their feelings of worry and fear. Support groups can also be very effective for anxiety, and they can be a form of treatment themselves for social phobias. Stress management, relaxation techniques, and meditation all help reduce feelings of anxiety or of being out of control. Finally, having a strong support network of family and friends is an excellent way to help manage the difficulties of life with anxiety.

Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)

A urinary tract infection, or UTI, happens when bacteria enter the body through the opening where urine is normally released. The bacteria infect the lining of the urethra and bladder, turning them red and inflamed. This causes pain in the abdomen or pelvic area, a burning sensation during urination, a sense of urgency about going to the bathroom, frequent urination, and urine that smells bad and looks cloudy, or even contains traces of blood. If the urinary tract infection is severe, it may travel all the way to the kidneys, a more serious kind of UTI called pyelonephritis. Patients with this kidney infection might have blood in their urine, feel back pain, and develop a fever.

Urinary tract infections are extremely common: 12% of all men and 40-50% of all women will have a urinary tract infection during their lifetime. They are more common in women because women have shorter urethras, so bacteria have a shorter distance to travel from the outside of the body to the bladder and cause an infection. Some people also have urethras that are an unusual shape or have an obstruction in the urethra that makes getting a UTI more likely. Also, certain chronic illnesses like diabetes weaken the immune system, so any bacteria in the body are more likely to cause an infection.

A urinary tract infection can be diagnosed very quickly by a doctor. A sample of urine can be examined under a microscope for the presence of bacteria or white blood cells. There are also diagnostic strips that can be used to test a urine sample without the need for a microscope. Once a diagnosis is made, treatment is a course of oral antibiotics, and most patients feel better within just a few days. There are some things that patients can do themselves to help reduce the risk of getting a urinary tract infection in the future. Stay well hydrated, wipe from front to back after going to the bathroom, wear breathable cotton undergarments, and don't hold it in when patients feel the urge to go.

In The News 

“"The keys to staying healthy are to wash your hands, cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue or shirt sleeve, clean frequently touched surfaces, wear a face mask when appropriate, and stay home if...”—"Our View: No, not too late to get jabbed for the holidays", Duluth News Tribune, December 2023
“Dr. Jane Rudd is a family medicine provider for Essentia Health in Duluth and a fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians.”—"Local Doctors' View: Don't spread illness for the holidays", Duluth News Tribune, December 2022
“Dr. Jane Rudd, a family doctor in Duluth, Minn., bought Alfie, the miniature llama she owns now, from the Morgans.”—"The Case for Miniature Llamas (Published 2013)", New York Times, July 2013

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jane Patricia Rudd, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 242

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jane Patricia Rudd, MD.

Gender
Female 84
Male 15
Age
85 and over 13
75 to 84 20
Less than 65 24
65 to 74 39

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jane Patricia Rudd, MD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Jane Patricia Rudd, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 45
High Cholesterol 24
Stroke
Ischemic Heart Disease 17
Depression 22
Chronic Kidney Disease 16
Asthma 2
Osteoporosis
Heart Failure 10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 6
Diabetes 14
Atrial Fibrillation 2
Cancer
Dementia 3

Education & Training

Dr. Jane Patricia Rudd, MD graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine in 1990. She completed residency at University of Vermont/Fletcher Allen Health Care. She has a state license in Minnesota.

Medical School: University of Washington School of Medicine (1990)

Residency: University of Vermont/Fletcher Allen Health Care

Licensed In: Minnesota

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Jane Patricia Rudd, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Essentia Health-Polinsky Medical Rehabilitation Center (Duluth)
THE DULUTH CLINIC LTD

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Jane Patricia Rudd, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Jane Patricia Rudd, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Duluth, MN. 

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-02-14
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I appreciate Dr Rudd soo very much !!! She is thee best !!!!
Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-03-12
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Biography

Dr. Jane Rudd is a physician who specializes in family medicine. Dr. Rudd attended medical school at the University of Washington School of Medicine. Her clinical interests include pain, urinary tract infection (UTI), and type 2 diabetes. She is professionally affiliated with Essentia Health-Polinsky Medical Rehabilitation Center (Duluth). Unfortunately, according to Doctor.com, Dr. Rudd is not currently accepting new patients.

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