Good man, good doctor

Published 3:36 pm Monday, December 21, 2015

Ol’ Doc Ranniger was my general practitioner for over 20 years until he retired. He was as pragmatic physician as there ever was. Common sense ruled his bedside manner.

One time, as I complained of indigestion in the morning after coffee, he simply said, “Well, eat some food before your first cup.” No superfluous tests, no prescriptions, just some good advice, and it still works 10 years later.

I wasn’t sure who could replace him as he had such an authentic presence when he sat in the room with me. I think it was why so many of us were with him until he retired. He was likeable and trustworthy. May he rest in peace.

– R.A. Partney