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Dr. Joseph Ruggio, MD

Dr. Joseph Ruggio, MD

Cardiology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Joseph Ruggio, MD is a cardiologist in Laguna Hills, CA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine in 1980. He is affiliated with Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo. He is accepting new patients.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 20 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (20 reviews)

Practice

24022 Calle de la Plata Laguna Hills, CA 92653
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Dr. Ruggio is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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4.2
20 ratings, 11 with a written review
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He is always on top of things and takes a keen interest in me as a patient. Excellent and diagnosing and explaining medical issues and setting forth a clear plan to address any issues.,
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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William Devine – Jul 02, 2022
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Denis J. Weber
Every last detail of my office visit with Dr. Ruggio is planned and executed with professionalism, integrity, compassion, empathy, and love—-all at the very highest level of excellence and human caring !!! In the 25+ years that I have been a patient of Dr. Ruggio, he gave me a level of Medical Care that expressed and emphasized his superior level of Medical Competency and Pure Love of his profession as well as his genuine love for his patients !!! What a deep, sincere pleasure, and a true gift that God has given me—to be so fortunate to have a Cardiologist with such knowledge and extreme God-given talent !! I truly cannot express my genuine appreciation!! Thank You Dr. Ruggio, from Deep in my Heart !!!
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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Mar 24, 2022
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Great interaction with me. Explained all the tests and diagnoses, answered all my questions, relates at the human level.
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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Ed F. – Mar 24, 2022
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I have seen Dr. Ruggio for 14 years and his service is always excellent. He truly cares about his patients and takes the time needed to meet my needs.
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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Tim Bowman – May 27, 2021
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I am 50 years old, Dr. Ruggio has been my doctor for 13 years. I knew I had a heart murmur and wanted to get checked before I started running and training for a marathon. He has always taken the time to talk not just about my heart, but my overall health, how I’m doing and how’s my family. I have recommended 2 other people to see him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jill Nagel – May 13, 2021
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Dr. Ruggio has been my cardiologist for 15+ years and I remain extremely happy with him and what he has done for me over this period. He has performed several successful procedures on me, and I'm not sure that I would still be here (83 years old and healthy), but for his demonstrated talent, commitment and his direct, no-nonsense approach to treating my medical issues, while yet retaining a friendly doctor-patient relationship. I may receive a complimentary comment when I'm following his directions or an encouraging-critique when I'm not. He's the best.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Tom Kosco – Feb 24, 2021
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Excellent professional service for almost ten years. He never fails to impress with knowlege and compassion.
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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Picky – Feb 12, 2021
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Dr Ruggio is by far the most professional, knowledgeable and thorough physician I have. I have 100 % confidence in him. as a former nurse I appreciate his honesty and candor. i give he and his practice the highest recommendation possible. And they validate parking!!!
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
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mary Haines – Jul 25, 2020
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The man cares about your$$$ more than anything - find a compassionate physician
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Sara forbes in CA – Aug 25, 2018
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You might say he saved my life. His skills in his profession are as good as you can get. Great staff as well, especially the team performing treadmill stress tests. They made it enjoyable.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Rick T in Corona Del Mar/Aliso Viejo, CA – Jun 22, 2018
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Ruggio is interested in only one thing- $$$ people not important
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 18, 2018
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About Me

care philosophy

"Doing the right things for the right reasons and doing it right the first time". Ensuring the cardiovascular well-being of our patients and their families has been PCA's mission for over 32 years. Our comprehensive team approach incorporates the...read more

biography

Dr. Ruggio is the Founder and President of Pacific Cardiovascular Associates Medical Group. 

Dr. Ruggio completed medical school at Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York where he graduated AOA. He continued on with...read more

  • Cardiology

  • Interventional Cardiology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Uc Irvine

    2009

  • Albert Einstein College Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital, 1985

  • Bronx Municipal Hospital Center

    Internship Hospital, 1981

  • Albert Einstein College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1980

  • Queens College, C.u.n.y.

    Undergraduate School, 1976
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  • Cardiac Operation Without Hypothermia for the Patient with Cold Agglutinin Disease, 1993

  • Model Studies of Nitrogen Spin- Spin Coupling Constants, 1977

  • Clinical Hemodynamic and On-invasive Findings of Acute Right Ventricular Infarction, 1985

  • Operations Manual for OR TEP II - A Fortran Thermal Ellipsoid Molecular Plotting Program, 1976

  • Use of Beta Adrenergic Blocking Agents After Myocardial Infarction, 1985

  • Unstable Angina and Non-Q-Wave Myocardial Infarction, 1990

  • Review Article Bacterial Endocarditis, 1991

  • Specialty Care at the Crossroads Electrophysiology Practice in the Managed Care Era, 1996

  • Superior Myocardial Protection by Normothermic Aerobic Arrest Over Ischemic Arrest for HIgh Risk Patients, 1992

  • Superior Myocardial Protection by Normothermic Aerobic Arrest Over Ischemic Arrest for High Risk Patients

  • A Theoretical Study of the Dodecathedrane Molecule, 1975

  • New Therapy Focus; Ethmozine, 1984

  • How B-Blockade Benefits Myocardial INfarction Survivors, 1983

  • Matching the Intensity or Risk Factor Management with the Hazard for Coronary Disease Events, 1995

  • Case Report: The Case of the Errant Earring, 1991

  • A Reappraisal of Treatment for Right Ventricular Infarction. A Clinical Experience, 1983

Dr. Ruggio is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

  • Graduated in top 1% of graduating class

  • Research Excellence Scholarship- Research Foundation of the CIty University of New York

  • National Science Foundation Award- To engage in research at Naylor Data Institute- Division of Enviromental Carcinogenesis

  • ACC- California Chapter- Patient Advocacy Award, 2007

  • Departmental Honors Award- Division of Mathematics and Natural Sciences

  • Winner- American College of Physicians, Associate Paper Competition, 1983

  • Alpha Omega Alpha: Albert Einstein College of Medicine

  • Guam Legislative Recognition - Resolution No. 364, 2000

  • Merck Index Award- Department of Chemistry

  • ACC- California Chapter - Physician of the Year, 2007

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Locations

Practice

Office24022 Calle de la Plata Laguna Hills, CA 92653
1
(949) 837-1578

Practice

Office3080 Bristol St Ste 150 Costa Mesa, CA 92626
2
(877) 430-7337
Office23961 Calle de la Magdalena Ste 307 Laguna Hills, CA 92653
3
(949) 837-1578

Practice

Office3070 Bristol St Costa Mesa, CA 92626
4
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions
(877) 430-7337
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