Dr. Fernando J. Ruiz, MD | Lafayette, LA | Cardiologist

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Dr. Fernando Ruiz is a cardiovascular disease specialist with expertise in interventional cardiology and internal medicine. After earning his medical degree from Universidad Central De Venezuela Escuela De Medicina Luis Razetti, he has dedicated 36 years to caring for patients with heart and vascular conditions. His extensive experience spans both diagnostic cardiology and advanced interventional procedures. Dr. Ruiz is fluent in English.

Dr. Ruiz practices at multiple locations throughout Lafayette, Louisiana, with hospital affiliations including Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center, and Ochsner University Hospital and Clinics. He specializes in treating high blood pressure conditions, including hypertensive emergencies and pediatric hypertension cases. His procedural expertise includes performing electrocardiograms and stress tests to evaluate heart function. Patients have given Dr. Ruiz an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

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accepting new patients
4.8

78 Ratings
36 years of experience
speaks English
Universidad Central De Venezuela Escuela De Medicina Luis Razetti
64 written reviews
3 specialties
14 areas of expertise
3 board certifications
6 hospital affiliations
5 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Ruiz's Ratings and Reviews

4.8

78 Ratings with 64 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 16 Minutes

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Patients frequently praise Dr. Fernando Jose Ruiz for his excellent bedside manner, thoroughness, patience, and ability to explain medical conditions clearly. Many reviews highlight his caring attitude, professionalism, and the overall positive experiences with his knowledgeable and courteous staff. However, some patients express dissatisfaction with the clinic's customer service, citing communication issues and appointment scheduling difficulties, which sometimes result in long wait times and complications around coordinating insurance or rescheduling. Despite these challenges, many patients find Dr. Ruiz's care worth the inconvenience of dealing with the administrative hurdles.

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Very nice doctor and staff

June 4th, 2026

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Fernando is amazing doctor with him not problem at all, now lest talk about customer service, the worse then any place I visit, worse them any Walmart, I was presenting my condition after I call 7 time to make a appointment but guess I never speak with not one I’m still waiting for someone to call me to make my appointment, the worse costumer service, no one toll him about my conditions I was presetting including passing out for 2 weeks, but the best part when they have to collect money they are #1. This the worse company i was involved, yes I’m think to going to other doctor!!

April 21st, 2026

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I was 23 minutes late for my appt through no fault of my own. We were blocked in by traffic. The receptionist at first said we had to rebook. We came from 40 minutes away. They decided to work us in. We sat in the lobby for 1 hour and then sat in the back for another hour. This is pretty much the norm. There was not that many people for that long of a wait.

February 24th, 2026

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I am very pleased with Dr Ruiz and his staff.

December 18th, 2025

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It was very nice and he explained everything to me and I was very thankful for that

December 18th, 2025

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Dr. Ruiz is a wonderful doctor. He is very concern about his patient. He listen to what his patient has to say and he discusses the situation with them. He is very Understanding and he speaks well. I highly recommend him.

December 17th, 2025

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Dr Ruiz and his staff are always absolutely wonderful and very caring to their patients. I am very pleased with this doctor and would recommend him to all my friends and relatives. I pray he never leave CIS.

November 4th, 2025

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Dr. Ruiz is very thorough, and I never have to wait a long period of time in the exam room. I would recommend him for anyone needing an excellent cardiologist.

November 3rd, 2025

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100% recommend Dr. Ruiz! Excellent bedside manner, very knowledgeable and easy to understand. His staff is professional and pleasant. I was referred to him after a hospital stay and have been a patient for a few years now. I’d never heard of him before my referral but I feel lucky to have him as my cardiologist. He is excellent!

October 27th, 2025

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Love Dr. Ruiz! He takes his time and listens to what you have to say and answers every question and makes sure you understand what he is saying.

September 10th, 2025

2 people found this helpful

Cardiovascular Institute Of The South

441 Heymann BlvdLafayette, LA 70503

Tel: (337) 289-8429

Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm

Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm

Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm

Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm

Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Our Lady Of Lourdes Heart Hospital

1105 Kaliste Saloom RdLafayette, LA 70508

Tel: (337) 470-1000

Ochsner University Hospital And Clinics

2390 W Congress StLafayette, LA 70506

Tel: (337) 261-6000

Our Lady Of Lourdes Regional Medical Center

4801 Ambassador Caffery PkwyLafayette, LA 70508

Tel: (337) 289-2000

Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center

1214 Coolidge BlvdLafayette, LA 70503

Tel: (337) 289-7991


Dr. Fernando Jose Ruiz, MD	Dr. De Angellica Geinie Naomi Vaughn Allen	Dr. Robin Sherchan	Michel Hachey Daly
Cardiovascular Disease	Infectious Disease	Infectious Disease	Nurse Practitioner
Accepts New Patients			Accepts New Patients
4.8 (78 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
36 Years of Experience	6 Years of Experience	11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Lafayette , LA	MELVILLE , LA	Lafayette , LA	Lafayette , LA
Med School: Universidad Central De Venezuela Escuela De Medicina Luis Razetti	Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans	Med School: Kathmandu Medical College
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Accepts Medicare
Accepts Medicaid

Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
Coronary Artery Angioplasty & Stent
Echocardiography
Heart Block
High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
Internal Medicine
Interventional Cardiology
Nuclear Medicine
Peripheral Catheterization
Peripheral Vascular Diseases (Peripheral Artery Disease)
Stress Testing
Transesophageal Echocardiography
Unstable Angina

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Louisiana, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Universidad Central De Venezuela Escuela De Medicina Luis RazettiGraduated in 1990

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Which hospitals is Dr. Fernando Ruiz affiliated with?: Dr. Fernando Ruiz is affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Our Lady Of Lourdes Regional Medical Center, Ochsner University Hospital And Clinics, Ochsner American Legion Hospital Llc, Ochsner Abrom Kaplan Memorial Hospital, and Our Lady Of Lourdes Heart Hospital.
Where is Dr. Fernando Ruiz's office located?: Dr. Fernando Ruiz's office is located at 441 Heymann Blvd, Lafayette, LA, 70503.
Does Dr. Fernando Ruiz accept my insurance?: You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Fernando Ruiz accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Fernando Ruiz accepting new patients?: Dr. Fernando Ruiz is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Fernando Ruiz's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
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