Summary

Darren Ruiz, MD, specializes in anesthesia at Ochsner Health. As experienced anesthesiologists, they offer advanced, tailored care for all patients.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 34 years of experience
  • 8 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • LSU Health Sciences Center - New Orleans
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Darren Ruiz

1001 Gause BlvdSlidell, LA 70458

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AnesthesiologyAnesthesiologyAnesthesiologyAnesthesiology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
5 
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2.7 
34 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Slidell , LAHouma , LAHammond , LACovington , LA
Med School: LSU Health Sciences Center - New Orleans Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Darren Ruiz

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Peoples Health
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Darren Ruiz has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Darren Ruiz has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Anesthesia
  • Anesthesiologist

Certifications, License, & Education

34 Years Experience

Darren Ruiz holds an expired medical license in the state of Louisiana.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Louisiana that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at LSU Health Sciences Center - New Orleans in 1997, Louisiana State University in 1997, and University of Tennessee College of Medicine Chattanooga in 1994.

Internship

Completed their internship at University of Tennessee Chattanooga in 1994.

Medical School

Graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center - New Orleans in 1992 and Louisiana State University - New Orleans in 1992.

NPI Number

Darren Ruiz's NPI number is 1053314583.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Darren Ruiz's office located?
Darren Ruiz's office is located at 1001 Gause Blvd, Slidell, LA, 70458.
What languages does Darren Ruiz speak?
Darren Ruiz speaks English.
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