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Dr. Ernesto Ruas, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
4.8 (12)
Map Pin Small Tampa, FL
Accepting new patients
43 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Ernesto Ruas, MD

Dr. Ernesto Ruas, MD is a Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Specialist in Tampa, FL. They specialize in Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, has 43 years of experience, and is board certified in Plastic Surgery. They graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and is affiliated with Bayfront Health Saint Petersburg, Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital, St. Joseph's Hospital and Tampa General Hospital.

Dr. Ruas works at Ruas Plastic Surgery in Tampa, FL. They are accepting new patients and accepts Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Ruas' Office Locations

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    Ernesto J. Ruas MD PA
    603 S Boulevard, Tampa, FL 33606 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (813) 259-1550
    Monday
    10:00am - 4:00pm
    Tuesday
    9:00am - 4:30pm
    Wednesday
    9:00am - 4:30pm
    Thursday
    9:00am - 4:30pm
    Friday
    9:00am - 4:00pm

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  • Bayfront Health Saint Petersburg
  • Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital
  • St. Joseph's Hospital
  • Tampa General Hospital

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    Aug 30, 2018
    Dr Ruas is a wonderful physician. He is an extremely knowledgeable, skilled, and gifted plastic surgeon. He also is an empathetic person who listens to his patient and provides expert advice regarding appropriate care.
    Susan in St Petersburg, FL — Aug 30, 2018
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    About Dr. Ernesto Ruas, MD

    Specialties
    • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
    Specialties
    Years of Experience
    • 43 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Spanish
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    NPI Number
    • 1164476727
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Fernando Oritz Monasterio
    Fellowship
    Internship
    • Johns Hopkins Hospital
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Emory University
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Plastic Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    12 patients have reviewed Dr. Ruas. The overall rating for this provider is 4.8. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Ruas.

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