Overview
Dr. Ruas specializes in plastic surgery and cleft and craniofacial surgery at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital and is the director of plastic surgery resident education. He joined the hospital staff in 1990. He is a clinical professor in the Department of Surgery at the University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine. Dr. Ruas earned his medical degree at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and completed general and plastic surgery residencies at The Johns Hopkins Hospital. He completed a fellowship in maxillofacial trauma and microsurgical lower extremity reconstruction at The Maryland Institute of Emergency Medical Systems Services (MIEMSS) and a craniomaxillofacial surgery fellowship under Dr. Fernando Ortiz-Monasterio in Mexico City. Dr. Ruas is fluent in Spanish.
His clinical expertise encompasses Metopic Ridge, Plagiocephaly, and Craniosynostosis.
Dr. Ruas is board certified in AB Plastic Surgery - Plastic Surgery and American Board Of Plastic Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 5 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Ruas is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
603 S Boulevard, Tampa, FL 33606
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ernesto J. Ruas
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ernesto J. Ruas?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ernesto J. Ruas by calling their office at 813-259-1550. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ernesto J. Ruas a top-rated expert for Metopic Ridge?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ernesto J. Ruas is classified as an Experienced expert for Metopic Ridge, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Ernesto J. Ruas specialize in?
While Dr. Ernesto J. Ruas is a Plastic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Metopic Ridge, Plagiocephaly, and Craniosynostosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Plastic Surgery.
Does Dr. Ernesto J. Ruas participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ernesto J. Ruas has published 5 articles and abstracts on conditions like Metopic Ridge. You can view a list of Dr. Ernesto J. Ruas's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ernesto J. Ruas accept my insurance?
Dr. Ernesto J. Ruas accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 813-259-1550 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- CraniosynostosisDr. Ruas isExperienced. Learn about Craniosynostosis.
- Metopic RidgeDr. Ruas isExperienced. Learn about Metopic Ridge.
- PlagiocephalyDr. Ruas isExperienced. Learn about Plagiocephaly.