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Dr. Gilbert Ruiz, MD

Dr. Gilbert Ruiz, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Gilbert Ruiz, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in San Antonio, TX and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Ruiz has extensive experience in Otologic Conditions & Procedures. He graduated from University of Texas Health Sciences Center at San Antonio Long School of Medicine in 1979. He is affiliated with medical facilities Methodist Hospital and Baptist Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 34 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (34 reviews)

San Antonio ENT Associates

21 Spurs Ln Ste 310 San Antonio, TX 78240
Telehealth available
(210) 614-1326

Dr. Ruiz is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Ruiz specializes in the areas of Otolaryngology, Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery & Sleep Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Ruiz's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ruiz

4.1

34 ratings, 14 with a written review
5 Star
74%
74%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
3%
3%
2 Star
9%
9%
1 Star
15%
15%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Apr 21, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Apr 20, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 20, 2025
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Som – Mar 16, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
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Edward Medellin – Mar 14, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
Helpful
Jose Ramirez – Feb 20, 2025
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Jun 15, 2023
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What went well
  • 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
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Corey – Jan 11, 2022
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Wolfgang Soldan – Feb 11, 2020
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Jackson G. in San Antonio, TX – Jul 20, 2018
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Boerne, TX – Apr 26, 2017
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Bertha Scoggins in San Antonio, TX – Jul 19, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
John Jacobs in San Antonio, TX – Feb 11, 2016
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What went well
  • 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
4 people found this helpful
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Maria Y. Salinas in Mission, Texas – Jan 03, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

A native of San Antonio, Dr Ruiz graduated from the University of Houston College of Pharmacy and the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio. He received his residency training at the University of Texas Health Science Center...read more

biography

A native of San Antonio, Dr. Ruiz graduated from the University of Houston College of Pharmacy and the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio. He received his residency training at the University of Texas Health Science Center...read more

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

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  • University Of Texas Health Sciences Center At San Antonio Long School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1979
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology
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Otolaryngology†
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
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Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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Sleep Medicine
†Self designated 
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Dr. Ruiz is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Locations

    San Antonio ENT Associates

    San Antonio ENT Associates21 Spurs Ln Ste 310 San Antonio, TX 78240
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Methodist Hospital

      7700 Floyd Curl Dr
      San Antonio, TX 78229
      Recipient of 57
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      77%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Baptist Medical Center

      111 Dallas St
      San Antonio, TX 78205
      Recipient of 7
      hospital awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

      75%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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