Meet Dr. Virginia Ruas
Virginia Ruas, M.D., was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina and attended a bilingual school (Spanish and English) that offered specialization in Physics, Biology and Math the last 2 years of high school. During this time she decided that it was her calling to attend medical school. It offered a chance to combine her love of science and desire to help others.
Dr. Ruas became interested in pediatrics on the first day of her pediatric rotation at Ricardo Gutierrez Hospital in Buenos Aires. During the last year of medical school at the University of Buenos Aires she travelled to Houston, Texas and spent 5 months at Texas Children's Hospital and Methodist Hospital. She decided to continue her medical training here in the U.S. Dr. Ruas completed her Pediatric residency at Scott and White Memorial Hospital in Temple, Texas.
She has worked in private practice since 2006. First in Florida and then in upstate New York, where she took care of patients in the outpatient clinic, hospital and newborn nursery. Dr. Ruas decided to move back to Texas and joined Cook Children's Physician Network in June of 2012.
As a pediatrician, Dr. Ruas feels it's extremely important to listen not only to the mother, but also the child. Even if they're very young, the child can give you a lot of information. This, of course, requires an extra degree of patience, empathy and compassion.
"I feel so privileged to be able to take care of babies from the time they are born and to be able to guide their families in order for them to thrive. Prevention of injuries is always a big topic during well visits as well as balanced eating and active lifestyle, which are the foundation of a happy and healthy life."
Dr. Ruas has a wonderful husband, two beautiful children and an untrainable chocolate lab. During her time away from work she loves to travel, read and work out at her local pilates studio.
Services
- Acute illnesses
- Chronic condition management
- Developmental problems
- Disease prevention
- Flu shots
- Hearing screens
- Injury treatment
- Obesity and weight management
- Vision screens
- Patient and parent education
- School and sports physicals
- Vaccines and immunizations
- Well checks
Reviews
Average rating:
Questions were addressed |
4.8
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Provider explained things clearly |
4.8
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Likelihood of recommending this provider |
4.8
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Trust/confidence in physicians |
4.8
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What our families say
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December 17, 2024
Dr Ruas is very compassionate informative and thorough
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December 14, 2024
They were professional and caring.
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December 07, 2024
Dr. Ruas is always attentive of [...], super grateful with her
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November 14, 2024
Satisfied
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November 05, 2024
Thank you
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November 02, 2024
Good
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October 29, 2024
She has a very respectful and friendly treatment for both the patient and the parents
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October 25, 2024
Very cool all
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October 25, 2024
To all good job
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October 17, 2024
Good
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October 13, 2024
They were all excellent.
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October 13, 2024
It was excellent to be treated and cared for in my language, from the Dr., the Medical Practitioner, nurse and the Receptionists. All staff very prepared and efficient.
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October 12, 2024
My son was very well taken care of
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October 09, 2024
Good experience
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September 24, 2024
Dr. Ruas is AMAZING!!!
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September 20, 2024
Positive vibe everytime I bring my kids for appointments
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September 20, 2024
Dr. Virginia Ruas. She has been my kids pedetrician for over 10 years and all time she has been professional, caring, trustworthy and loyal.
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September 19, 2024
Everything was very good, all the staff was very kind to me from the moment I arrived until I left, I have been in this clinic for years I love it... Thank you
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September 03, 2024
I liked how the nurse and the doctor asked the girl the questions
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September 01, 2024
Everything is very good
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August 31, 2024
I love my son's Dr. And takes the time to address my son's issues and my worries about him
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August 11, 2024
Excellent attention and very friendly staff
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August 09, 2024
This has been a very good experience and I recommend to all parents.
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August 09, 2024
The front desk staff was very nice and the nurse who walked us to our room was also very friendly as well as informative.
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July 29, 2024
My daughter's visit was good.
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July 26, 2024
All very well
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July 22, 2024
Very friendly
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July 22, 2024
Doctor Ruas very kind
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June 20, 2024
I love how they attend to my son every time he has his check-up
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June 16, 2024
Very friendly very good service
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May 15, 2024
Very good experience all staff very friendly
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May 08, 2024
All the staff in the clinic is absolutely amazing!
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April 25, 2024
The nurse was very kind and patient
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March 27, 2024
It was a good experience, both the doctor and the staff took very good care of us.
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March 23, 2024
The dr, nurse, and front desk lady we made contact with were all excellent!
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February 29, 2024
Dr Ruas. I love her. She's been my children pediatrician for years. Kind, helpful, patiente, best doctor my children ever had
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February 25, 2024
Dr. Ruas
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February 25, 2024
Thank you for the professionalism you show; I enjoy feeling safe.
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February 07, 2024
Pediatrician virginia
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February 07, 2024
Very good service
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February 06, 2024
Everyone was very good.I love this clinic & Her doctor
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February 04, 2024
Excellent customer service
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February 04, 2024
All staff! From check in to the doctor!
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February 02, 2024
Dr candles nd other doctor that was there that day
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February 02, 2024
Extremely good Did everything Exactly as it should've been done
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January 31, 2024
Excellent care
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January 31, 2024
Dr.ruas and his nurse I don't know the name
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January 29, 2024
Good visit
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January 29, 2024
The dr asst was very good
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January 23, 2024
Very good because I didn't wait long
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January 21, 2024
Dr Ruas is nice
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January 20, 2024
Very well taken care of my daughter
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January 08, 2024
Very well
Education
- Medical School:
- University of Buenos Aires School of Medicine
- Board Certifications:
- American Board of Pediatrics
Affiliations
- Cook Children's Physician Network
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