Dr Neil Rudo | Salinas, CA | Vascular Surgery

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Neil Rudo specializes in vascular surgery, general surgery, and thoracic surgery, bringing five decades of surgical expertise to patients in the Salinas area. They earned their medical degree from the University of Chicago Division of Biological Sciences Pritzker School of Medicine and completed residency training at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. With 51 years of experience in surgical practice, Neil Rudo is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Neil Rudo practices at Salinas Valley Health Medical Center and provides care at multiple locations throughout Salinas, California. They focus on treating conditions such as osteoarthritis and obesity-related health concerns, including pediatric obesity cases. Their practice includes performing procedures like physical therapy consultations, colonoscopy screenings, and comprehensive eye examinations. Patients have given Neil Rudo an average rating of 3.0 on Vitals.

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accepting new patients
3

13 Ratings
51 years of experience
9 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
6 written reviews
3 specialties
2 areas of expertise
3 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
3 office locations

Dr Rudo's Ratings and Reviews

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13 Ratings with 6 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 29 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (4) Did WellNeeds Improvement (4)
Had a good bedside manner: (4) Did WellNeeds Improvement (4)
Spent time with me: (4) Did WellNeeds Improvement (4)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (4) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Flexible scheduling: (3) Did WellNeeds Improvement (4)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
Staff was courteous: No Ratings

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Very rude. Wants to cut you up! Feel bad for all the people in the waiting room that he "cut up" Not to mention the wait time ..its unreal. They also love to rebook you and expect you to be around when he is ready. Because most of the time he is in surgery " cutting people open". I am glad I had hours to wait in waiting room and re-think his practices and quick "cut up solutions". I was out of there! And never looked back! Run from Rudo!!!!!

August 19th, 2019

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He is straight to the point, but a great Surgeon.

August 18th, 2015

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Competent, capable, courteous and great professional image. Enjoyed my time with Dr. Rudo and his excellent staff.

January 14th, 2015

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I would never recommend this doctor to anyone. His manners are atrocious. He is a very arrogant man. The specific surgery in mention, caused more (life-long) pain, than not. Also worth mentioning, he left behind scars that far exceeded what any competent Dr. should have mastered after this many years in practice,

February 19th, 2013

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Save yourself time and grief, get a second opinion. He double or triple books appointments, spends very little time listening to your concerns and YOUR health issues. He overbooks, thus, his health staff asks YOU for your weight and height- no pulse, temp or Blood pressure taken. (You will see proof of this when/if you ask for a copy of your health records). This doctor wants to cut you open and have you go away. Now my wife is paying for this lack of concern with her health, for life. Beware.

September 22nd, 2012

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My consultation was scheduled for 9:15am however I did not get to see the doctor until 11:15am- TWO HOURS later. The nurses did not say anything to anyone waiting nor did they apologize for the wait. After being in the room for 20 minutes Dr. Rude came in and did not bother to apologize for his complete and utter lack of being understanding of other people's time. I walked out without even talking about the surgery. It is quite apparent that this is a job for him, but it is my life. I'm not going to trust someone who is that lazy with my life. He's not the only doctor in the world. I highly suggest going somewhere else.

February 18th, 2011

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236 San Jose StSalinas, CA 93901

Tel: (831) 424-7389

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Rudo Neil Dennis Office

110 John StSalinas, CA 93901

Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital

450 E Romie LnSalinas, CA 93901


Dr Neil Rudo	Dr. Rick Scott Mai, MD	Dr. Bunry Pin	Dr. Frank Laurence Bunch Jr, MD
Vascular Surgery	Surgery	Surgery	Surgery
Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients
3 (13 Ratings)	4 (8 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	5 (2 Ratings)
51 Years of Experience	17 Years of Experience	9 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Salinas , CA	Salinas , CA	Hollister , CA	Hollister , CA
Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Hawaii At Manoa	Med School: Edward Via College Of Osteopathic Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of MedicineGraduated in 1975

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What languages does Dr Neil Rudo speak?: Dr Neil Rudo speaks English and Spanish.
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Which hospitals is Dr Neil Rudo affiliated with?: Dr Neil Rudo is affiliated with Salinas Valley Health Medical Center.

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