General Info
Accepted Insurance
- Aetna VA
- Aetna Better Health VA
- AmeriHealth Caritas North Carolina
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield VA
- Blue Cross Blue Shield NC
- Cigna
- CorVel
- Healthy Blue of North Carolina - Medicaid
- Humana
- Molina
- Medicaid - North Carolina
- Medicaid - Virginia
- Medicare - Virginia
- Medicare - North Carolina Railroad
- Medcost - North Carolina
- Medicare - Virginia Railroad
- NC Multiplan PHCS
- VA Multiplan PCHS
- Optima Health
- Tricare
- United Healthcare (UHC)
- U.S. Department of Labor (DOL)
- Virginia Health Network (VHN) - Medcost VA
- Virginia Premier Health Plan
- WellCare - NC Medicaid Replacement Plan
Location Info
Education
Medical Education
- Eastern Virginia Medical School
Residency
- Roanoke Memorial Hospitals, Surgery
- University of Virginia Medical Center, Surgery
Ratings & Reviews
4.9
4.9 / 5
At Chesapeake, we believe that patients should be empowered to make the right decisions regarding their personal healthcare. To do so, transparency is critical. Chesapeake partners with Press Ganey, to survey our patients about all aspects of their care experience. We are now putting this pertinent information at your fingertips by displaying star ratings for our providers along with anonymous patient comments on our website. This will help you make better-informed choices about how and with whom you seek care.
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Patient Guide to Patient Satisfaction Surveys and Ratings
At Chesapeake, we believe that patients should be empowered to make the right decisions regarding their personal healthcare. To do so, transparency is critical. Chesapeake partners with Press Ganey, to survey our patients about all aspects of their care experience. We are now putting this pertinent information at your fingertips by displaying star ratings for our providers along with anonymous patient comments on our website. This will help you make better-informed choices about how and with whom you seek care.
Patient Reviews
5
5 / 5
Ridiculous how long it takes to get in for a mammogram. Ended up going to Sentara for initial mammogram and biopsy then had the hassle of trying to get medical records
Mar 24, 2025
4.37
4.37 / 5
Wait time was 1 hour 30 min.
Mar 22, 2025
5
5 / 5
The doctor was very friendly. Everything was explained in a detailed and clear way. The treatment of the staff in general was very good.
Mar 21, 2025
5
5 / 5
A very good visit
Mar 15, 2025
5
5 / 5
My doctor ruiz and his assistant Meg are the best
Mar 14, 2025
5
5 / 5
Dr Ruiz is personable, willing to listen, answers all questions and answers your questions.
Mar 09, 2025
5
5 / 5
Dr and his staff are excellent. Feel very confident in their care.
Mar 09, 2025
5
5 / 5
I have always had a good experience with Dr. Ruiz. His office and staff members are so attentive. The location is great for me too. Dr. Ruiz is always so pleasant and knowledgable. Been a pleasure with his practice.
Mar 09, 2025
5
5 / 5
Excellent care! I have recommended this practice and Dr Ruiz to several friends.
Mar 07, 2025
5
5 / 5
Dr. Ruiz and Nurse Navigator , Meg, were very thorough with breast cancer information that I needed. Spoke and explained so my family and I could understand. Happy they are handling appointments needed.
Mar 06, 2025
5
5 / 5
I would not change anything about the care and professionalism that Dr. Antonio Ruiz and his staff have for me. I appreciate their care and dedication to their patients and profession.
Mar 01, 2025
5
5 / 5
Good, Dr Ruiz reminded that I am now a 10 yr cancer survivor. I will continue annual mammograms with him
Mar 01, 2025
4.94
4.94 / 5
The provider is very good. Im relatively new to this practice and have issues with communication with other staff. Sometimes I have appointments that I don't understand. I have had a stroke several years ago so that may contribute to some of my concerns. I had an appointment for prescreening for surgery. I didn't quite understand. Also when I asked the nurse navigator if she could see my notes from the pre surgical screening, it appears to me that it was not easily to access and when she did it contained inaccurate information.
Feb 28, 2025
5
5 / 5
This was a follow up visit after a mammogram. I was pleased with the visit. Dr. Ruiz assured me that he and his staff would be of any help I might need.
Feb 27, 2025
5
5 / 5
Great feedback from provider & staff
Feb 23, 2025
5
5 / 5
Doctor was very thourough and addressed all concerns.
Feb 22, 2025
5
5 / 5
Routine post operative check up for breast cancer. Dr. Ruiz is wonderful explaining expectations, up coming tests(rechecks), and immediate schedule of next appointment. All of my questions and concerns were answered. He has a soothing bedside manner. His team are very caring and knowledgeable. I will recommend him to anyone!
Feb 22, 2025
4.6
4.6 / 5
The provider was excellent but the breast examiner was rough. Hate mammograms!!!!!
Feb 21, 2025
5
5 / 5
Dr. Ruiz is an exceptional doctor who cares for his patients. I am grateful to have him guide me through my breast cancer journey. The nurse who called with biopsy results was also very knowledgeable and professional.
Feb 17, 2025
5
5 / 5
Always courteous
Feb 15, 2025
4.66
4.66 / 5
The very first receptionist came across very abrupt and kind of harsh when checking me in.
Feb 14, 2025
4.2
4.2 / 5
I sit in this doctors office every time I have appointment they are never on time I was in there for 45 mins and the last time I waited a hour I try to get the first appointment and still have to wait
Feb 13, 2025
5
5 / 5
The team is awesome.
Feb 10, 2025
5
5 / 5
Dr Ruiz is the best specialist in this area. I have a wonderful GP too.
Feb 09, 2025
5
5 / 5
He was very careful at doing the aspiration of cyst.
Feb 09, 2025
5
5 / 5
Very good and everyone very nice.
Feb 06, 2025
5
5 / 5
I feel like I'm worthy of being listened to and respected as a patient!
Feb 06, 2025
5
5 / 5
Good Service. I had surgery with no problem!!
Feb 03, 2025
5
5 / 5
I was in to have a biopsy consult with Dr. Ruiz after a mammogram. He was very informative, respectful and reassuring. He was excellent at explaining every detail.
Feb 01, 2025
5
5 / 5
Dr. Ruiz was very compassionate, thorough, and overall wonderful. His nurse, Nyesia was also excellent, providing great care.
Feb 01, 2025
5
5 / 5
Follow-up to mammogram. Dr. Ruiz is always friendly. As a breast cancer survivor, I feel Dr. Ruiz is always positive in his delivery of information, taking time to explain any details needed. Staff is friendly.
Feb 01, 2025
5
5 / 5
This office is always prompt and helpful. They are a big part of my cancer team and I would recommend them to anyone for medical help.
Jan 30, 2025
5
5 / 5
Dr. Ruiz is always on top of things and is always caring and listens. He is a wonderful doctor.
Jan 30, 2025
5
5 / 5
Dr. Ruiz and his staff were professional and informative.
Jan 27, 2025
5
5 / 5
Love Dr Ruiz. I couldn't ask for a better doctor.
Jan 20, 2025
5
5 / 5
Really good people and very professional
Jan 20, 2025
5
5 / 5
Everyone was clear and nice and efficient
Jan 20, 2025
5
5 / 5
Waited almost an hour to be seen. Other than that it was fine.
Jan 19, 2025
5
5 / 5
Wonderful doctor and staff. Treated me kindly and with respect and care. Highly recommend
Jan 18, 2025
5
5 / 5
Dr Ruiz and staff are excellent care providers
Jan 18, 2025
5
5 / 5
Dr Ruiz was very concerned very patient and the best bedside manner. I thank God that he has been by my side through this
Jan 18, 2025
5
5 / 5
Great doc and great staff. We are lucky to have them
Jan 12, 2025
5
5 / 5
Dr. Ruiz and his team are exceptional and made me feel cared about and like my heath and concerns were important to them. They made me feel comfortable and handled my care in a timely manner.
Jan 09, 2025
5
5 / 5
Dr. Ruiz and staff are very helpful and pleasant to work with.
Dec 28, 2024
5
5 / 5
As a new and nervous patient going through an Unfamiliar experience, Dr. Ruiz and his staff were very comforting and walk me through every step of the way.
Dec 24, 2024
5
5 / 5
Everyone in the office was great!
Dec 23, 2024
5
5 / 5
Dr. Ruiz is an awesome physician. Very caring and thorough. I wish we had more physicians like him.
Dec 23, 2024
5
5 / 5
I love Dr Ruiz. He is the best.
Dec 22, 2024
5
5 / 5
Kind and gentle nurse too!
Dec 22, 2024
5
5 / 5
I always have excellent care and the staff is on spot thank you all Merry Christmas
Dec 21, 2024
5
5 / 5
Dr Ruiz is the absolute best physician. He takes his time and explains everything in terms you can understand. He always sits and ask if you have any questions.
Dec 19, 2024
5
5 / 5
Always a good experience
Dec 16, 2024
5
5 / 5
Bebe greets you and check you out she is awesome!! Dr Ruiz is also awesome, he has walked every step of my cancer diagnosis with me and has a wonderful team in place to continue with my treatment! I am thankful, grateful and blessed to have them all.
Dec 09, 2024
5
5 / 5
The 50 min. Wait in the examine room was solely due to the radiology dept. Who did not forward the mammogram results in a timely manner. The mammogram was at 8:30 given the 20 min.wait for the film to be reviewed I was in Dr Ruiz's exam room by 9:40 a.m. Dr. Ruis appointment was based on the mammogram results so he had to wait for them.
Dec 08, 2024
5
5 / 5
Always the very best with Dr. Ruiz.
Dec 07, 2024
5
5 / 5
I am extremely thankful for Dr.Ruiz
Nov 27, 2024
5
5 / 5
Dr. Ruiz was very good explaining my condition. He is requesting tests and medical records from other Drs to get a clear picture of treatments & meds.
Nov 23, 2024
5
5 / 5
Dr. Ruiz was one of the most patient and through doctors I've been to!
Nov 22, 2024
5
5 / 5
Everyone very helpful and caring
Nov 21, 2024
5
5 / 5
Usually an upcoming doctor's appointment can be stressful; for me, but I have no anxiety when it is time for my follow ups with Dr. Ruiz and his staff. I am always treated with respect and all of the staff are pleasant. Dr. Ruiz does not rush my appointment and addresses any questions or concerns I may have before I leave. Also, Meg Shrader's extensive knowledge and support are an additional positive regarding this office.
Nov 19, 2024
5
5 / 5
I absolutely love Dr Ruiz and everyone in the Kitty Hawk office. They are great at answering questions and addressing concerns and he is very respectful and caring.
Nov 19, 2024
5
5 / 5
I have thoroughly enjoyed the care with the Breast Center and Radiologist team. They showed patience and care and were always upbeat. It made my treatment process truly relaxing and enjoyable. Keep up the great work!! Best to all
Nov 18, 2024
5
5 / 5
Dr Ruiz is wonderful! So is all his staff!
Nov 18, 2024
5
5 / 5
Excellent care from Dr Ruiz. He was so informative and I feel like he took my concerns seriously. The receptionist, Bebe, was kind and efficient.
Nov 16, 2024
5
5 / 5
During the visit, Dr. Ruiz recommended an unscheduled biopsy. He and hs staff (esp Naja) made it as pleasant as possible-
Nov 15, 2024
5
5 / 5
Absolutely love this practice. Doctor Ruiz is a great doctor and his entire staff. Megan is always wonderful.
Nov 15, 2024
5
5 / 5
Dr Ruiz is thorough, friendly and genuinely cares about his patients.
Nov 15, 2024
5
5 / 5
Love Dr.Ruiz
Nov 14, 2024
5
5 / 5
Dr Ruiz and his staff are so kind and understanding. As scared as I get going to the doctor , Dr Ruiz and his staff help to reduce my anxiety by their patience and professionalism.
Nov 11, 2024
5
5 / 5
My visit with Dr Ruiz is always very good. I think he's a wonderful and very caring doctor.
Nov 11, 2024
5
5 / 5
I appreciate Dr. Ruiz's engaging and compassionate demeanor.
Nov 04, 2024
5
5 / 5
With my Doctor Anthony and nurse Megan they are the best
Nov 03, 2024
5
5 / 5
Dr Antonio Ruiz has always been the most caring, concern physician for as long as I have been a patient of his. I would refer him and his practice anytime. He gives the best care.
Nov 02, 2024
5
5 / 5
Dr. Ruiz is so nice, advices completely about my breasts' concerns, very likeabke & sweet.
Nov 01, 2024
5
5 / 5
Dr Ruiz and his team/staff have always shown me the highest level of respect, care and concern. My journey through my breast cancer experience felt personalized to me and kept me positive. I am a survivor and make no mistake,,I will never forget Dr Ruiz
Oct 31, 2024
5
5 / 5
Great experience! Everyone was so kind and understanding and explained everything thoroughly!
Oct 31, 2024
5
5 / 5
Great doctor.
Oct 29, 2024
5
5 / 5
It was a wonderful experience. Highly recommend
Oct 29, 2024
5
5 / 5
Dr. Ruiz is a wonderful doctor. He is always very professional. His staff is very helpful, friendly, and professional.
Oct 28, 2024
5
5 / 5
Dr. Ruiz is an exceptional doctor.
Oct 27, 2024
5
5 / 5
Dr Ruiz is the Best, his staff is reflective of his care
Oct 27, 2024
3.93
3.93 / 5
Arrived a bit early for my appointment. I did not see the doctor until a full 45 minutes after my scheduled appointment. That seemed too long to me
Oct 26, 2024
5
5 / 5
Great Doctor, Great Staff
Oct 25, 2024
5
5 / 5
Dr. Ruiz is fantastic and I am grateful for him.
Oct 24, 2024
5
5 / 5
Great office and staff. I have high regards for this office.
Oct 20, 2024
5
5 / 5
Specific office visit for mammogram results/exam.
Oct 19, 2024
5
5 / 5
Dr. Ruiz provides excellent medical care while delivering exceptional bedside manner; I feel heard and respected by Dr. Ruiz - a rare exception in today's environment where physicians - including excellent physicians are expected to see a high number of patients daily, leaving them juggling time.
Oct 19, 2024
5
5 / 5
Dr Ruiz and his team are great!!
Oct 15, 2024
5
5 / 5
Always good experience. Always treated with respect and kindness. Truly feel I am heard with any concerns. I feel Information is in confidence.
Oct 11, 2024
5
5 / 5
Dr. Ruiz took the time to listen to my concerns. Had the radiologist do some comparing of tests over the last few years. And called me personally to give the results! I was truly impressed by his taking the time to call me directly.
Oct 11, 2024
5
5 / 5
My experience with Dr Ruiz has always been extremely positive. He is very caring and empathetic. He is well-versed on my medical history whenever I see him, and he answers my questions completely and in a very respectful way. I am very happy that he is my doctor.The people at the front desk could be more courteous. Several times I have gone for my appointment and it has taken several minutes for anyone behind the desk to acknowledge me as I stand there. They don't seem very happy to be there.
Oct 09, 2024
5
5 / 5
Dr. Ruiz was an excellent referral for my current issue.
Oct 07, 2024
4.94
4.94 / 5
Every person kind, caring, knowledgeable, patient, professional. Simply amazing!
Sep 30, 2024
5
5 / 5
Excellent care my doctor and his staff are wonderful thank you
Sep 20, 2024
5
5 / 5
My experience was very pleasant
Sep 17, 2024
5
5 / 5
My experience was excellent.
Sep 15, 2024
5
5 / 5
THE VERY BEST
Sep 15, 2024
5
5 / 5
Dr. Ruiz team is awesome!! Mrs. Meg , Nurses Coordinator is the best!! She help calm me during my meltdowns.
Sep 13, 2024
5
5 / 5
Dr. Ruiz had clearly reviewed all of my records prior to my first visit with him which I appreciated. We came up with a plan together that I feel good about. I'm so thankful that Dr. Ruiz is my provider.
Sep 09, 2024
5
5 / 5
I am so grateful and blessed to have an amazing teams of nurses and Dr.Ruiz and Meg.
Sep 08, 2024
5
5 / 5
Dr. A. Ruiz is an excellent physician/surgeon. His thoroughness and patience is admirable and I would recommend him to anyone in need of his care.
Sep 03, 2024
4.94
4.94 / 5
When I called about my issue with my breast, it took weeks before I could be seen. The cyst had disappeared.
Aug 29, 2024
5
5 / 5
Excellent care and genuine concern for my well being and concerns.
Aug 29, 2024
5
5 / 5
Dr Ruiz and staff are always very professional, knowledgeable, and kind. I feel very confident and trust their expertise and treatment plan for me.
Aug 24, 2024
4.94
4.94 / 5
The only reason that I did not see my doctor within the 15 minute timeframe was because he got a flat tire on the way to work.
Aug 23, 2024
5
5 / 5
Dr.,nurse and office staff were excellent. Provided all the patience and time needed to give excellent care, explanations , answer all questions and offer all options that allowed me to participate in my own health care plan. Follow-up appts for additional procedures where made promptly. I felt very comfortable and safe with this health care team. Thanks Dr. Ruiz and your office nurse for all your care! I would highly recommend this provider to anyone needing similar services.
Aug 17, 2024
4.71
4.71 / 5
After mammogram checkup. This office scheduled the mammogram and the office visit that was perfect for my schedule.
Aug 17, 2024
5
5 / 5
Explained my concerns; made certain I was comfortable; explained testing and results
Aug 16, 2024
5
5 / 5
Very professional and listened to my concerns
Aug 15, 2024
5
5 / 5
Good experience. Examined for abnormal Mammogram. Scheduled future diagnostic mammogram.
Aug 15, 2024
5
5 / 5
During each of my visits I have felt very comfortable with Dr Ruiz. He has explained everything that is going on with my breast cancer.
Aug 15, 2024
5
5 / 5
Had the best health care that I could ever ask for. Dr. Ruiz and his staff are the best!
Aug 15, 2024
5
5 / 5
All the years I have being a patient of Dr. Ruiz and his staff. I have been provided wonderful services.
Aug 12, 2024
5
5 / 5
Very good
Aug 08, 2024
5
5 / 5
Everyone was so nice and helpful, all smiles and friendly.
Jul 28, 2024
4.71
4.71 / 5
Dr. Ruiz is great!
Jul 22, 2024
5
5 / 5
Dr. Ruiz and his staff are attentive, patient and compassionate. They don't rush you in and out of your appointment. They are the best!
Jul 21, 2024
5
5 / 5
Dr Ruiz Office they are pleasant and professional, Dr Ruiz gave me exam after giving me the results. Of breast ex ray. VeryThorough
Jul 21, 2024
5
5 / 5
Dr Ruiz and Staff are very courteous and professional.
Jul 20, 2024
5
5 / 5
Dr. Ruiz is the best. I totally understand why I had many people tell me to ask for him.
Jul 18, 2024
5
5 / 5
Dr. Ruiz is a treasure. Has willingness to travel 1 day/wk to the other Banks to perform surgery & follow up care to breast cancer patients like me is a Godsend! He has assured me he will be ordering my mammograms for the next 8 yrs. w/a f/u office visit. He is the best!
Jul 15, 2024
5
5 / 5
Dr. Ruiz is one of the kindest doctors I have ever had. His knowledge is exceptional. His office is run efficiently by caring team members.
Jul 13, 2024
5
5 / 5
Dr. Ruiz and his staff are very professional and caring.
Jul 12, 2024
5
5 / 5
Another high-quality visit with Dr. Ruiz.
Jul 12, 2024
5
5 / 5
Kind and professional. Made follow up appointments that were consecutive and convenient to me
Jul 12, 2024
5
5 / 5
Dr. Antonio Ruiz is an exceptional doctor and very knowledgeable in his field. His staff is also excellent.
Jul 09, 2024
5
5 / 5
Great staff and he is a great doctor!
Jul 06, 2024
5
5 / 5
This was a follow up to my mammogram.Dr Ruiz is absolutely the best.
Jul 04, 2024
5
5 / 5
Very detail oriented and easy to communicate with.
Jun 29, 2024
5
5 / 5
Dr. Ruiz is thorough with a great caring bedside manner. I can't say enough good things about he and his staff both on the beach and in Elizabeth City.
Jun 25, 2024
5
5 / 5
Fantastic Dr and staff. Very pleased
Jun 24, 2024
5
5 / 5
Follow up appointment made quickly. Answered all questions
Jun 24, 2024
5
5 / 5
My visit was a good experience from the time I walked in until I left!
Jun 22, 2024
5
5 / 5
Receptionist/ front desk is excellent
Jun 22, 2024
5
5 / 5
Dr. Ruis is a very busy man and there were several periods when I had to wait for him. However when he was present he was most attentive, explaining each procedure and listening to my questions.
Jun 15, 2024
5
5 / 5
Dr. Ruiz very caring
Jun 15, 2024
5
5 / 5
Have highest regard for Dr Ruiz.
Jun 15, 2024
5
5 / 5
Very good services. Dr engaged in answering my questions with professional attitude. Staff were kind. Never had a issue with Dr or staff.
Jun 13, 2024
5
5 / 5
A very professional team, friendly, and understood my needs
Jun 08, 2024
4.71
4.71 / 5
Dr Ruiz was exceedingly patient with me. He is so approachable and such an attentive listener. I left his office feeling seen and heard with a clearer understanding of my situation than I have ever had before. I really appreciated this treatment. It's a rarity.
Jun 02, 2024
5
5 / 5
Dr. RUIZ very kind and professional, as always.
Jun 02, 2024
5
5 / 5
I am lucky to have excellent doctors
Jun 01, 2024
3.8
3.8 / 5
I found the office to be outdated, cold, and unpleasant. I had to fill out pages of Intake forms that should have been done electronically, and the questions on the intake form were outdated and unnecessary. There was mildew around the ceiling vents. The exam table was very uncomfortable. The visit was not patient-focused in any way. The doctor and medical assistant were in and out of the room multiple times, while I was expected to lay on the table uncomfortably, for no reason. The building is not soundproof and I heard the doctor go over PET scan results in detail with the person in the room next to me. I waited an hour past my appointment time to see the doctor, and then waited another 45 minutes before the procedure was completed. I thought the doctor was very competent and skilled and kind, but the facility and office procedures were so outdated and unpleasant that I will not be returning.
May 27, 2024
3.74
3.74 / 5
My surgical and radiology oncologist team provided excellent care during my treatments and follow ups. I didn't have the attention of anyone that could help me navigate my concerns for what to expect post surgery ( I have developed lymphedema) and Dr Shelton recommended that I go to physical therapy which I finally did. Now, 2 yrs later - My oncology team is suggesting I go to PT sessions again.
May 26, 2024
4.83
4.83 / 5
Overall the visit was a VERY good experience.
May 25, 2024
5
5 / 5
Dr. Ruiz & staff are always friendly & professional. It was a good visit.
May 23, 2024
5
5 / 5
They are the best in their area of expertise!!!
May 23, 2024
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Bio
A native to southeastern Virginia, Dr. Ruiz attended the College of William and Mary in Williamsburg. He received his medical degree from Eastern Virginia Medical School in Norfolk and completed a general surgery residency at the Roanoke Memorial Hospital in Roanoke and the University of Virginia Medical Center in Charlottesville.
Ruiz is the medical director of The Breast Center at Chesapeake Regional Healthcare. He is board certified in stereotactic breast procedures and general surgery and is certified in stereotactic and ultrasound-guided breast biopsies. Dr. Ruiz participates in registry trials by Targeted Medical Education, an elite group of community-based breast cancer physicians dedicated to identifying genuine advances in the breast cancer field including percutaneous lumpectomies. He a member of the American Society of Breast Surgeons and the American College of Surgeons.
