Business Details
33 Years
experience
Your Trusted Family Healthcare Provider in Council Bluffs
Ridge Family Practice has been dedicated to providing comprehensive healthcare services to families in Southwest Iowa since 1993. As one of the largest family practice clinics in Council Bluffs, we prioritize creating a patient-focused, family-friendly environment where comfort and satisfaction are paramount. Our team of experienced providers delivers high-quality care across all life stages, from pediatric wellness visits to geriatric management of chronic conditions. We specialize in general adult medical care, women's health, depression and anxiety treatment, and chronic disease management including diabetes and hypertension.Our commitment to excellence extends to acute care visits and specialized services like bioidentical hormone replacement therapy through our BioTE certification. While Dr. Clarine Coker's retirement in October 2025 marks the end of an era, our legacy of compassionate care continues through our remaining providers. We maintain strong hospital affiliations and work closely with recommended successor clinics to ensure continuity of care for our patients. Our Council Bluffs location serves as a trusted healthcare hub where professionalism and expertise meet personalized attention.
Services
General Medical Care
Pediatrics
Geriatrics
Womens Health
Hormone Therapy
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience serving Southwest Iowa families
- Our patient-focused environment prioritizes comfort and satisfaction
- We offer comprehensive care across all life stages
- Our providers demonstrate leadership in medical professionalism
- We maintain strong hospital affiliations for coordinated care
Associations and certifications
- BioTE Medical
Services
General Medical Care
Our comprehensive primary care services address adult health needs through preventive care, chronic disease management, and acute illness treatment. We specialize in hypertension and diabetes management while providing personalized wellness plans. Our approach combines evidence-based medicine with compassionate care to maintain optimal health for patients aged 18 and older.
Pediatrics
We provide complete pediatric care from infancy through adolescence, including wellness check-ups, immunizations, and sports physicals. Our providers address common childhood conditions like asthma while monitoring developmental milestones. We offer guidance to parents on nutrition, behavior, and preventive care to support healthy childhood development.
Geriatrics
Our geriatric services focus on managing age-related conditions including osteoporosis, diabetes, and thyroid disorders. We provide comprehensive care plans for chronic disease management while addressing mobility and cognitive health concerns. Our team emphasizes preventive strategies to maintain independence and quality of life for senior patients.
Womens Health
We offer specialized healthcare for women including annual exams, family planning, and menopause management. Our services address depression, anxiety, and hormonal imbalances while providing preventive screenings. We create personalized wellness plans that consider unique female health needs across different life stages.
Hormone Therapy
As certified BioTE providers, we offer bioidentical hormone replacement therapy for men and women experiencing hormonal imbalances. This treatment addresses symptoms like fatigue, mood changes, and metabolic issues through customized hormone optimization. Our approach combines lab testing with pellet therapy to restore hormonal equilibrium and improve overall well-being.
People
Clarine Coker
Physician
Dr. Coker has dedicated over 30 years to family medicine in Council Bluffs. Her retirement in October 2025 marks the end of a distinguished career focused on comprehensive patient care. She established Ridge Family Practice as a trusted healthcare provider for generations of families.
Caitlin Walter
Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
Caitlin Walter provides expert primary care as an ARNP at Ridge Family Practice. With specialized training in family health, she continues serving patients after Dr. Coker's retirement. Her approach emphasizes preventive care and patient education for long-term wellness.
Questions
When is Dr. Coker's final day at Ridge Family Practice?
Dr. Clarine Coker's final day at Ridge Family Practice is October 31, 2025. She will continue seeing patients and providing care until this date.
How do I transfer my medical records to a new provider?
Contact our office to request a medical records transfer form. You'll need to provide written authorization before we can release your confidential health information to your new provider.
What services does Ridge Family Practice offer?
We provide comprehensive family healthcare including general medical care, pediatrics, geriatrics, women's health, and bioidentical hormone replacement therapy for patients of all ages.
Are there recommended successor providers after closure?
Yes, we recommend Methodist Physicians Clinic, Caitlin Walter ARNP at CHI Glenwood Clinic, and Dr. Alan Kricsfield/Dr. Carleigh Golden for continued care in the Council Bluffs area.
