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Dr. Ruston Hess is a doctor of osteopathy who specializes in family medicine and ophthalmology. He completed his residency training at United States Air Force Base Hospital, bringing military medical experience to his civilian practice. This dual specialty background allows Dr. Hess to provide both comprehensive family healthcare and specialized eye care to his patients.
Dr. Hess maintains affiliations with several prominent healthcare facilities including Halifax Health Medical Center, Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, and AdventHealth Palm Coast. His practice locations span across Florida, serving patients in Jacksonville, Ormond Beach, Port Orange, Daytona Beach, and Palm Coast. He focuses on treating common eye conditions such as cataracts and glaucoma, while also addressing posterior capsule opacity. His surgical expertise includes cataract surgery and intraocular lens implant procedures, and he provides comprehensive eye examinations for patients of all ages.
Dr. Hess maintains affiliations with several prominent healthcare facilities including Halifax Health Medical Center, Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, and AdventHealth Palm Coast. His practice locations span across Florida, serving patients in Jacksonville, Ormond Beach, Port Orange, Daytona Beach, and Palm Coast. He focuses on treating common eye conditions such as cataracts and glaucoma, while also addressing posterior capsule opacity. His surgical expertise includes cataract surgery and intraocular lens implant procedures, and he provides comprehensive eye examinations for patients of all ages.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- United States Air Force Base Hospital
- 2 specialties
- 6 areas of expertise
- 5 hospital affiliations
- 9 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Ruston L Hess has 9 locationsTomoka Surgery Center
345 Clyde Morris Blvd Ste 300Ormond Beach, FL 32174 Tel: (386) 672-7575
Mon6:30 am - 4:00 pm
Tue6:30 am - 4:00 pm
Wed6:30 am - 4:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Tomoka Eye Associates Ormond Beach
345 Clyde Morris Blvd Ste 330Ormond Beach, FL 32174 Tel: (386) 672-4244
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Halifax Health Medical Center Of Port Orange
1041 Dunlawton AvePort Orange, FL 32127 Tel: (386) 322-4700
Tomoka Eye Associates Port Orange
790 Dunlawton Ave Ste APort Orange, FL 32127 Tel: (386) 767-0053
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Tomoka Eye Associates Palm Coast
21 Hospital Dr Ste 160Palm Coast, FL 32164 Tel: (386) 586-3711
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 7 Years of Experience | 10 Years of Experience | ||
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | |
| Jacksonville , FL | Coconut Creek , FL | Stuart , FL | Houston , TX |
| Med School: Purdue University Global | |||
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ruston L Hess
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Ruston L Hess has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Ruston L Hess has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
MEDICAL LICENSE
Doctor Of Osteopathy, Florida, 2026, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
United States Air Force Base Hospital
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- Where is Dr. Ruston Hess's office located?
- Dr. Ruston Hess's office is located at 2080 Child St, Jacksonville, FL, 32214.
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- Dr. Ruston Hess has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Ruston Hess affiliated with?
- Dr. Ruston Hess is affiliated with Halifax Health Medical Center, Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, Naval Hospital Jacksonville, Adventhealth Palm Coast, and Halifax Health Medical Center Of Port Orange.
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