About
, and earned his medical degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. His clinical focus spans primary care internal medicine, geriatric management, and personalized preventive care.
Dr. Coombs serves on the medical staff at Rutland Regional Medical Center and directs the Rutland Free Clinic. He previously served as Medical Director at The Pines of Rutland Rehabilitation Center. S. Peace Corps and the Department of Agriculture in the Republic of Zaire. He grew up in a dairy-farming community in central Wisconsin, a place he sees echoed in Vermont's landscape and people. His parents both built careers in medicine, and their genuine affection for patients drew him toward the field. He believes that knowing a patient as a person is the foundation of effective care.
Education & Training
Medical School
University of Wisconsin – Madison
Residency
Internal Medicine, George Washington University Hospital, Washington D.C.
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Coombs right for?
Dr. Coombs is a strong fit for adults seeking a primary care physician with deep experience in internal medicine. Older adults managing chronic conditions, cognitive changes, or fall risk benefit from his geriatric focus. Patients who value a long-term relationship with a physician who knows their full history will find his approach well-suited to their needs. He also works closely with patients navigating subacute rehabilitation or transitions between care settings.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Coombs focuses on internal medicine, geriatric care, and personalized preventive medicine. He has particular expertise managing chronic conditions, cognitive changes with aging, fall prevention, and subacute rehabilitation. He also coordinates care across hospitals, nursing homes, and rehab facilities for patients moving between care settings.
Yes. Dr. Coombs holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. , and earned his medical degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Yes. Dr. Coombs visits patients at Rutland Regional Medical Center, local nursing homes, and area rehabilitation facilities. He also makes house calls when appropriate. Members can reach him by phone or email for consultations outside of scheduled visits.
Dr. Coombs believes that knowing a patient as a person leads to better, more effective care. He prioritizes building a sustained relationship with each patient. That understanding informs how he diagnoses, treats, and coordinates care over time.
Yes. Elderly care is one of Dr. Coombs's primary clinical focuses. He works with older adults on chronic condition management, fall prevention, medication coordination, and cognitive changes with aging. He also helps families navigate end-of-life planning and care transitions.
Dr. Coombs serves as Medical Director of the Rutland Free Clinic and holds a position on the medical staff at Rutland Regional Medical Center. He previously served as Medical Director at The Pines of Rutland Rehabilitation Center. S. Peace Corps in the Republic of Zaire.
Appointments at Marble Valley Healthworks run 30 to 60 minutes. Dr. Coombs also offers same-day visits for urgent concerns and provides phone and email access for questions between appointments.
Doctor profile last updated June 11, 2026