Expertise in
19
conditions

Dr. Michael W. Ruff

Neurology
MN - Cancer Neuro
200 1st St SW, 
Rochester, MN 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
19
conditions
MN - Cancer Neuro
200 1st St SW, 
Rochester, MN 

Overview

Michael Ruff is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Rochester, Minnesota.

Dr. Ruff is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glioma, Astrocytoma, Brain Tumor, and Glioblastoma.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 79 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Ruff is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Neurology

Licenses

Psychiatry & Neurology in MN

Hospital Affiliations

Mayo Clinic Health System-Franciscan Medical Center Inc
Mayo Clinic Health System In Red Wing
Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

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Health Care Services Corporation
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Walgreens
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Wellcare
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Locations

MN - Cancer Neuro
200 1st St SW, Rochester, MN 55905

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Ruff has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

1 Clinical Trials

Safety and Efficacy Study of Retifanlimab and Epacadostat in Combination With Radiation and Bevacizumab in Patients With Recurrent Gliomas
Safety and Efficacy Study of Retifanlimab and Epacadostat in Combination With Radiation and Bevacizumab in Patients With Recurrent Gliomas
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: November 21, 2025
Intervention Type: Drug, Radiation
Study Drugs: Epacadostat, Bevacizumab
Study Phase: Phase 2

79 Total Publications

Pregnancy and neonatal outcomes in patients treated for glioma before or during pregnancy: a single-institution retrospective series.
Pregnancy and neonatal outcomes in patients treated for glioma before or during pregnancy: a single-institution retrospective series.
Journal: Journal of neuro-oncology
Published: July 26, 2026
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Rochester, MN 
 (0.1 miles away)
507-923-2592
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English
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Accepting New Patients
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You can book an appointment with Dr. Michael W. Ruff by calling their office at 507-923-2592. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Michael W. Ruff a top-rated expert for Glioma?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael W. Ruff is classified as an Elite expert for Glioma, 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. Michael W. Ruff specialize in?

While Dr. Michael W. Ruff is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Glioma, Astrocytoma, and Brain Tumor. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.

Does Dr. Michael W. Ruff participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Michael W. Ruff has published 79 articles and abstracts on conditions like Glioma. You can view a list of Dr. Michael W. Ruff's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Michael W. Ruff accept my insurance?

Dr. Michael W. Ruff accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 507-923-2592 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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