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Dr. Rachel Ruotolo, MD

Dr. Rachel Ruotolo, MD

Pediatric Plastic Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Rachel Ruotolo, MD is a pediatric plastic surgery specialist in Garden City, NY and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Washington University School of Medicine in 1999. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Lenox Hill Hospital and Long Island Jewish Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 82 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (82 reviews)

Practice

999 Franklin Ave Garden City, NY 11530
Telehealth available

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Ruotolo specializes in the area of Plastic Surgery. 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 100 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Ruotolo's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ruotolo

4.9

82 ratings, 71 with a written review
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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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Feb 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 23, 2023
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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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Aug 18, 2023
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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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Jul 25, 2023
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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 12, 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
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 23, 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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Ellen – Mar 04, 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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Feb 10, 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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Sofia – Jul 13, 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
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Lisa Q. – Jul 01, 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
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Nicole – May 19, 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
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Gina MI Pisciotta – Apr 15, 2022
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Apr 05, 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
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Rivka Friedman – Apr 01, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 14, 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
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Cristina Pascarella – Jan 14, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
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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
What could be improved
No results
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Paul and Alainna – Dec 09, 2021
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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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Ceci B – Oct 08, 2021
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About Me

biography

Dr. Rachel Ruotolo, MD is a pediatric plastic surgery specialist in Garden City, NY and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Washington University School of Medicine in 1999. She is affiliated with medical facilities...read more
  • Pediatric Plastic Surgery

  • Craniofacial Surgery

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  • Washington University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1999
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Plastic Surgery®
Plastic Surgery
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  • English

  • Russian

  • Spanish

  • Velopharyngeal Anatomy in 22q11.2 Deletion Syndrome: A Three-Dimensional Cephalometric Analysis, 2006

  • Cleft Lip Repair: A Unique Sutureless Skin Closure Technique, 2009

  • Book Chapters: Surgical Management of Velopharyngeal Dysfunction

  • Single Sutural Craniosynostosis: Surgical Outcomes and Long Term Growth, 2009

  • Mesenteric Ischemia in the Elderly, Aug 1999

  • Book Chapters: Velopharyngeal Insufficiency

  • Hybrid Constructs for Craniofacial Reconstruction: Sustained Gene Delivery Using Demineralized Bone Matrix Putty, Jun 2004

  • National City Foundation Scholarship Award, 1990-1994

  • Alec Horowitz Award for Exceptional Proficiency in Surgery, George Washington School of Medicine & Health Sciences, 1998

  • Alpha Omega Alpha National Medical Honor Society, 1999

  • Duke University Deans List with Distinction, 1991-1994

  • Physician Healthcare Hero Award, Long Island Business News, 2010

  • Cum Laude, Duke University, 1994

  • Junior Investigator Award, American Association of Pediatrics Conference, Plastic Surgery Section, 2003

  • Distinguished Service to Children Award, CAPS (Child Abuse Prevention Services), 2010

  • James Douglas Goddard Award, George Washington School of Medicine & Health Sciences, 1997

  • Pathology Honor Society, George Washington School of Medicine & Health Sciences, 1997

  • Certificate of Recognition Nassau County Legislature, Volunteer Mission to Haiti, 2010

Locations

Practice

Long Island Plastic Surgical Group PC999 Franklin Ave Garden City, NY 11530
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 7:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 7:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 6:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 7:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 7:00pm
    • Sat: 9:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Office200A W Main St Ste 101 Babylon, NY 11702
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Office1040 Park Ave Ste 1BC New York, NY 10028
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • NYU Langone Hospitals

    550 1st Ave
    New York, NY 10016
    Recipient of 62
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • North Shore University Hospital

    300 Community Dr
    Manhasset, NY 11030
    Recipient of 19
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

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

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    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.

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

    1% lower than the national average

    73%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Lenox Hill Hospital

    100 E 77th St
    New York, NY 10075
    Recipient of 42
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

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

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

    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
    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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