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Dr. John Ruge, MD

Dr. John Ruge, MD

Neurosurgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. John Ruge, MD is a neurosurgeon in Park Ridge, IL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Northwestern University in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Alexian Brothers Medical Center 1 and Rush Copley Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 31 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (31 reviews)

Practice

1675 Dempster St Park Ridge, IL 60068

Make an Appointment

(847) 723-9052

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Ruge is affiliated with Rush Copley Medical Center Aurora, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Ruge is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Ruge specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Cranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Ruge's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ruge

4.9

31 ratings, 4 with a written review
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1 Star
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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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Sep 17, 2024
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What went well
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What could be improved
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Arlette – Mar 16, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
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Hugh Taylor in Ojai, California – Mar 30, 2016
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What went well
  • 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
8 people found this helpful
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Raghu V in Grayslake, IL – Feb 12, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. John Ruge, MD is a neurosurgeon in Park Ridge, IL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Northwestern University in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Alexian Brothers Medical Center 1 and Rush Copley Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

  • Neurosurgery

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  • Northwestern University

    Medical School, 1983
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Ruge is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    Advocate Childrens Hospital1675 Dempster St Park Ridge, IL 60068
    1
    Advocate Lutheran General Hospital1775 Dempster St Park Ridge, IL 60068
    2
    Global Health Care SC1875 Dempster St Ste 605 Park Ridge, IL 60068
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Ascension St. Vincent Fishers

      13861 Olio Rd
      Fishers, IN 46037

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

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      80%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • University of Michigan Health West

      5900 Byron Center Ave SW
      Wyoming, MI 49519

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

      90%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      6% higher than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback

    • Rush Copley Medical Center

      2000 Ogden Ave
      Aurora, IL 60504
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      View all awards

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

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      82%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      6% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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