Patricia Ruiz, O.D.
Practice: Ocala Eye
Specialty: Optometry
Office locations: Ocala, Dunnellon
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.
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.
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.

Outstanding job. Very pleasant and knowledgeable.
Very thorough exam for urgent change in vision. Great explanation and calmed my fears. A+ for bedside manner!
Very professional and knowledgeable. I’ve already recommended her to my family and have follow up visits planned for myself. I have a serious eye condition in both eyes and trust her. The office staff was very nice as well.
Dr Ruiz is awesome. She takes the time to listen and answer any questions you might have.
Very pleasant and easy to ask questions to.
Efficient, compassionate, delivered with a sense of humor!
Good experience. Dr. Ruiz was very informative
Doctor Ruiz and her staff were amazing. I would highly recommend them.
Very professional, knowledgeable and friendly. Highly recommend.
She is great!