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Dr. Francisco Ruiz, MD

Dr. Francisco Ruiz, MD

Gastroenterology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Francisco Ruiz, MD is a gastroenterologist in Melbourne, FL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Ruiz has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease and Esophageal Disorders. He graduated from Universidad Central Del Caribe School of Medicine in 1992. He is affiliated with medical facilities Melbourne Regional Medical Center and Sebastian River Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.1 Star Rating
Based on 30 reviews 3.1 Star Rating (30 reviews)

SMG Cardiology, Gastroenterology and Neurology

240 N Wickham Rd Ste 309 Melbourne, FL 32935

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ruiz

3.1
30 ratings, 5 with a written review
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3 star
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Unable to get test results
There really isn't anything good to say about Dr. Ruiz or his office. I had a colonoscopy on Jan. 27 and to this day I have been unable to get the results of the biopsy on the polyp or lipoma that were found and removed.My initial 'consultation' lasted 5 minutes and the doctor seemed decent, but when he walked into the surgery room, he was arrogant and condescending. Since then, I've called to get the results of the biopsies and have spoken with people who said they'd get back to me and yet I never had a single call returned. To this day, I don't know the results of the biopsies are and I would NEVER recommend Dr. Ruiz to anyone. A professional doctor and his staff wouldn't ignore their patient.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Long wait times
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Mar 19, 2025
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Refused my Scheduled Colonoscopy.
Signed in at Melbourne Regional Hospital and Dr Ruiz rudely refused to perform my Colonoscopy.Attending nurse kindly suggested another Gastrointestinal Doctor who listens to his patients.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Rita – Jan 11, 2024
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His staff is awful. They can't even get a prescription correct and that has left me going to another Gastro doctor. I give them a 0.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
6 others found this helpful
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Jun 05, 2021
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Dr. Ruiz kindness and compassion comes through in everything he does, from speaking with you on difficult diagnosis' to discussing care options, he is a wonderful provider and physician. A little delayed in getting results of testing, unsure if that is office practice issues, but he is well worth the wait.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
11 others found this helpful
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Melody in Palm Bay, FL – Sep 07, 2016
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Here is the epitome of everything a doctor should be: exceptionally proficient in his field, a superb listener, open to patient's questions, and compassionate. His professional reputation among doctors and nurses is one of enthusiastic recognition, and confidence.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
19 others found this helpful
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Jone Carlson in Palm Bay FL – Feb 04, 2016
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Dr. Francisco Ruiz, MD is a gastroenterologist in Melbourne, FL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Ruiz has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease and Esophageal Disorders. He graduated from Universidad Central Del...read more

  • Gastroenterology

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  • Universidad Central Del Caribe School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1992
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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SMG Cardiology, Gastroenterology and Neurology

SMG Cardiology, Gastroenterology and Neurology240 N Wickham Rd Ste 309 Melbourne, FL 32935
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(321) 752-1630
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