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Dr. Craig Ruetzel, MD

Dr. Craig Ruetzel, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Craig Ruetzel, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Chesapeake, VA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas Health Sciences Center at San Antonio Long School of Medicine in 1988. He is affiliated with Chesapeake Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4 Star Rating
Based on 32 reviews 4 Star Rating (32 reviews)

Practice

824 Greenbrier Pkwy Ste 100 Chesapeake, VA 23320

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Dr. Ruetzel's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ruetzel

4.0
32 ratings, 16 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
9%
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
22%
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New Gyn patient
Friendly staff, no horrible wait time and Dr. Ruetzel made me feel very comfortable! I feel like I’m in the right place. Not to mention he was voted best in his practice in 2021!
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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Jun 16, 2023
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Wonderful doctor. Kind and caring. Highly recommend him.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 05, 2020
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Absolutely fantastic! They made a patient for life. Was extremely comfortable the entire time, and felt that my concerns were listened to. :)
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Aug 02, 2019
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Horrible birthing experience particularly due to his actions. Otherwise, he’s alright. He’s fine to talk to, but I wouldn’t recommend him as a doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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VA – Mar 07, 2019
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Excellent staff, no wait and he listened and answered all my questions without feeling rushed or brushed aside. Highly recommend!
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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NS in Chesapeake, VA – Jan 30, 2019
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I would NOT recommend for GYN issues. He appears to do better with Obstetrics. He misdiagnosed me. Told me I was "a mess inside and a liability". Told me I had vaginal thinning and it is normal. Told me my vaginal cuff was damaged and it is normal. Told me incorrect information about my past and insisted that the previous doctor there did my hysterectomy- but he found out he was wrong after he got up and left the exam room to look at my chart again. His staff is very nice though.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Sep 11, 2018
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So I have to give back story for anyone to truly understand how amazing & a blessing Dr. Ruetzel is... I was all alone & having a rough 1st time pregnancy (husband tied up in immigration on other side of the world). I was desperate to find a new Doctor at 7 months pregnant. No one would help me. Dr. Ruetzel personally called me back within 30 minutes of leaving a message with the delightful secretary. He had me come in the next day! I told him my situation & I felt his whole team take me as fam
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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Carrie Scearce in Virginia Beach, VA – Dec 15, 2017
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I was charged a Copay for 8 months of my pregnancy and once I switched provides for the last couple of weeks of pregnancy I came to find out that I had $0 Copay. I was as well due for a glucose test but had family in town from out of state. I rescheduled for three weeks later and I was told pretty much that I was irresponsible because the glucose test has to be within a certain time frame. I was not aware and nor did anyone discuss the importance with me of this testing.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
5 others found this helpful
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Virginia Beach – Oct 26, 2017
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I have been seeing Dr. Ruetzel for a few months for my pregnancy! He has always been very professional and made me feel very comfortable at appointments! He never makes me feel rushed when i ask a ton of questions! I was worried when I as spotting one weekend and he gave me his cell # and told me to check in with him! I feel in great hands with him delivering my baby! I recommend him to all of my friends!
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
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Alex J. in Moyock, NC – Jan 17, 2017
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My experience with Dr. Ruetzel at first was great and I thought that I was at the right place. I then went in for a follow up and was treated really poorly. First off his first thing he says to me is "What are you doing here?" not Hi How are you? and then he did my follow up in the hallway yes the hallway and in a rush. I was suppose to come back and after some consideration I decided that I do not have to be treated that way and am searching for a new doctor who may actually say Hi to me.
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
8 others found this helpful
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Elizabeth in Virginia Beach, VA – Aug 12, 2016
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Absolutely outstanding!
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
2 others found this helpful
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Nora in Virginia beach VA – Jul 01, 2016
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Doctor was great, he is friendly and makes you feel comfortable before starting the exam. He introduced himself and then asks patient to give him background for better understanding. I LOVED THE FACT THAT IN THE EXAM ROOM... THEY PROVIDED YOU WITH A WARM, COZY BLANKET WHILE WAITING!!! KUDOS!!!.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Celeste R in Virginia Beach, VA – Apr 18, 2016
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Dr. Ruetzel took over my retiring doctor's practice. I was a bit nervous about the appointment, but everyone was very kind, and Dr. Ruetzel was wonderful. He took time to talk about my issues, was very personable, and by the end of the appointment, I knew that I had the right doctor.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Connie C in Virginia Beach, VA – Feb 09, 2016
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This man is Absolutely amazing.
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
2 others found this helpful
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CHESAPEAKE – Jan 15, 2016
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He seemed very caring, patient and compassionate. Listened to me and didn't rush me through like other doctors have done in the past. Glad i went and would recommend him highly.
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
2 others found this helpful
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W. Costigan in Virginia Beach, VA – Jan 12, 2016
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The staff at this office are absolutely amazing. Dr. Ruetzel is extremely competent,kind,caring,and knowledgeable. I felt completely at ease with Dr. Ruetzel. He spend time getting to know me and my medical history. I highly recommend Dr. Ruetzel to any patient looking for an excellent obstetrician/gynecologist.
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
5 others found this helpful
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Koren Brahm in Norfolk, VA – Dec 22, 2015
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About Me

care philosophy

I believe in empowering patients through knowledge. I try to give them the information to allow them to truly know what is going on, the consequences of the condition, and the risks and benefits of the different treatment options available. Often...read more
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

  • Gynecology

  • High Risk Obstetrics

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  • Bowman Gray School Med/nc Bapt Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1992
  • Wake Forest School Of Med

    Residency Hospital, 1992
  • University Of Texas Health Sciences Center At San Antonio Long School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1988
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  • Gestational Diabetes, 7/7/2011

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    Practice

    William K Rand III Gynecology PLLC824 Greenbrier Pkwy Ste 100 Chesapeake, VA 23320
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