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Patricia Ruiz, O.D.
Ocala Eye
Optometry
Ocala, Dunnellon
Most recent review: 3 days ago
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4.9
1K Ratings
415 Comments
Dr. Patricia Ruiz earned her bachelor’s degree in Vision Science from Nova Southeastern and simultaneously earned a mini MBA certification while there. She continued her studies at Nova Southeastern University and earned her Doctor of Optometry. After graduating, Dr. Ruiz started her career in optometry in Miami and Ft. Lauderdale, gaining experience in private practice and at major retailers like Target and Sears.
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4.9
1K Ratings
415 Comments
Dr. Patricia Ruiz earned her bachelor’s degree in Vision Science from Nova Southeastern and simultaneously earned a mini MBA certification while there. She continued her studies at Nova Southeastern University and earned her Doctor of Optometry. After graduating, Dr. Ruiz started her career in optometry in Miami and Ft. Lauderdale, gaining experience in private practice and at major retailers like Target and Sears.
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Patricia Ruiz, O.D. has been practicing primary care optometry for over six years and uses a full-scope approach to her patient care. She loves getting to know patients and provides a pleasant experience with education and reassurance that she will strive to meet each patient’s visual and ocular needs.
Dr. Ruiz was born in Cuba but later raised in South Florida. She has spent most of her life living in South Florida, but in 2023, she decided to leave the hectic and fast-paced city environment to live in Dunnellon. The more country lifestyle has been a nice change for her and her husband.
Dr. Ruiz earned her bachelor’s degree in Vision Science from Nova Southeastern and simultaneously earned a mini MBA certification while there. She continued her studies at Nova Southeastern University and earned her Doctor of Optometry. After graduating, Dr. Ruiz started her career in optometry in Miami and Ft. Lauderdale, gaining experience in private practice and at major retailers like Target and Sears.
Outside of work, Dr. Ruiz enjoys cooking, long road trips with her husband and two dogs (German shepherd and Labrador mix), boating, hiking, and traveling with family.
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Very personal and efficient doctor and staff….
My appointment was at 12:35 I saw Dr walk in back door of office at 2:15. My opinion is it’s ridiculous to wait that long to see a doctor.
She quickly recognized my issue and found the solution. I was very pleased .
Very professional, polite, and likeable. Staff were excellent. Great choice.
Very nice doctor doctor riz I had a grip and I feel very happy thank you Dr. Rees and the group in that office is very placid thank you
I had a very good experience with this doctor when I come again I hope I can get her. She really understood my Eye problem and I have medication to take care of it.
The office staff are all friendly and welcoming including Dr. Ruiz. I have been going to this office since it opened and I love Dr.Ruiz,she explains everything!!
Very professional, she answered every question I asked. She went into detail to explain my questions. I appreciate her professionalism.
Dr. Ruiz was very friendly, informative and professional. She took time to answer all my questions/conerns.
Answered all of my questions