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Dr. Ernest Ruse Jr, MD

Dr. Ernest Ruse Jr, MD

Sports Medicine*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Ernest Ruse Jr, MD is a sports medicine specialist in Cullman, AL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in 1999. He is affiliated with Cullman Regional Medical Center.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

1890 AL Highway 157 Ste 300 Cullman, AL 35058

Make an Appointment

(256) 737-8000

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Ruse Jr specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine, Pediatric Sports Medicine & Pediatrics. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Good Nurse Communication
    Patients said they had good communication with nurses. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Ruse Jr's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ruse Jr

4.5
15 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 star
87%
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
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Just overall great experience with Dr Ruse and his staff. Relaxing environment and I feel safe with Dr Ruses treatment . He never fails me! The other Dr's at CIM could learn a lot from Dr Ruse.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Melissa Peterson – Feb 22, 2025
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Takes time to listen - never feel rushed.
He's a great doctor! Explains everything so you know what to expect. Listens and answers all questions.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Twinsnana – Jul 31, 2024
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very likely
He has a very good bedside manner. HE DOESN'T get in a hurry and is an astute listener , I trust his judgment.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 20, 2024
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Explains everything clearly
Dr. Ruse explained everything very clearly. The questions I had were answered.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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H Mc. – Mar 12, 2024
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I have recommended Dr. Ruse in the past.
He is an excellent doctor and cares about his patients.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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May 01, 2023
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A Dr like I’ve never known
I absolutely love that Dr Ruse uses natural healing with exercise, nutrition and the body’s own healing ability. He also has a great bedside manner. Highly recommended.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Apr 18, 2023
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Dr. Ruse was very understanding about my pain he gave me three options and explained the pros and cons of each treatment. He called me after hours to review a test with me. While doing a procedure he explained what was going to happen.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Dianne in Germantown, MD – Jul 11, 2017
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Dr. Ruse's bedside manner was horrible. My husband came with me to an appointment and couldn't believe this guy's attitude. He doesn't have time to listen to me and he kept twisting what I was saying. He made me feel like he didn't believe anything that I was saying. And I always had to wait at least an hour past my appt time to ever be seen. The staff was great! Too bad the doctor wasn't.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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JSchafer in Cullman, Alabama – Jan 24, 2016
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Dr. Ernest Ruse Jr, MD is a sports medicine specialist in Cullman, AL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in 1999. He is affiliated with Cullman Regional Medical Center.

  • Sports Medicine

  • Internal Medicine

  • Pediatrics

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  • Rutgers New Jersey Medical School

    Medical School, 1999
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
American Board of Pediatrics®
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Pediatric Sports Medicine
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Pediatrics
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Locations

Practice

Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings1890 AL Highway 157 Ste 300 Cullman, AL 35058
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:30pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Cullman Regional Medical Center

    1912 AL Highway 157
    Cullman, AL 35058

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

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