Dr. Patrick Alan Ruwe, MD

Saw Dr. Ruwe for the first time in the Branford office. He was excellent. He listened to every word I said and diagnosed my problem immediately. He was very gentle in giving the injection in my knee. He knew I was apprehensive/scared about that. I am feeling much better since I have seen Dr. Ruwe. I will see him again when needed.

I saw Dr. Ruwe in Nov. and it was my first apt. with the Dr. and he was a bit shot and not very personable. Ok, not all Dr's are or need to be personable but it helps. I waited almost 20 minutes to see him. I am busy so I would hope he would keep to his schedule like have to for my schedule. Dr. Ruwe did not ask a lot about my past history but I guess it was ok given he concentrated on the injury I was there to see him for. He was not very social which is fine but would like to have had a better connection to a new Dr.. He diagnosed me, gave me a script for my shoulder and sent me to PT. My follow up did not go well. My apt. was at 11:45am and I arrived at 11:49 am. I was told by the receptionist that the Dr. refused to see me because I was late! First off, the receptionist was very short and borderline rude! The fact that I had to wait 20 min to see him the first time and he canceled my apt. because I was 4 minutes late is hypercritical and absurd!! I had to drive nearly 40 min to his office so it was not like it was a short drive. I am sure he just wanted to go to lunch vs. see a new patient. Needless to say, I will get my records from the first visit and find a Dr. that cares and respects for his patients vs. his lunch plans.

My 16 year old son broke his leg playing basketball and the experience we had with Dr. Ruwe was incredible. I could not make a higher recommendation

I have been a patient of Dr. Ruwe's for several years. He has treated my knee pain as has performed surgery. His consultation, and explanation of any procedure is thorough, never rushed, and places the patient paramount.

I have 2 sons and Dr Ruwe has done surgery on both of them. He and his staff are professional, courteous, accommodating and available. I would highly recommend his services. My husband and I have also seen him for other issues . Can't say enough good about this practice.

The Best!

From one visit to the next your (initial) diagnoses regarding my knee changed. When I questioned the discrepancy your answer was "THAT WAS ONE HUNDRED PATIENCE AGO" then went on to say "MAYBE YOU SHOULD TRY TO LOOSE SOME WEIGHT" I wasted time and hard earned money giving Dr Ruwe a chance yet came he up inconclusive leaving me with only "GOOD LUCK" as I exited his office. To all, don't waste your time with this misfit orthopedic

Dr. Ruwe has been caring for my knee situation for almost 3 years. A replacement is in my future, but he has helped me maintain function and comfort until the time is right to proceed. I have Charcot Marie Tooth disorder and Dr. Ruwe understands my special needs. He has a personal, caring, and professional manner and has helped me have a better quality of life.

I feel Dr. Ruwe is one of the Best Orthopedic Surgeons in the New Haven area. From the minute he walked in the room, he spent the time needed with me, he was knowledgeable, informative in his explanations of things, he was not rushed, running out the door. He was compassionate and made me feel assured of his diagnosis and recommendation of treatment. I am a Nurse, and I have had the experience to work with many physicians. I rate Dr. Ruwe amongst the Best!

I had one of the best experiences in a doctors office than I've had in a long time. Dr. Ruwe was not only professional and prompt but kind as well. His staff is exceptional with that extra touch of caring that goes a long way!! I would highly recommend this office.

Would definitely visit Dr. Ruwe again!

Dr. Ruwe is fantastic with his patients. I rarely have to wait when I arrive at my appointment. Katie & Ann are wonderful to work with!

Dr. Ruwe quickly diagnosed by knee problem. He was knowledgeable, skilled and generous with his time. His office staff is second to none. He set me up with a treatment plan that resolved my issue. The PT office is attached to his office which made follow up very easy. When administering cortisone shots in my knee, he was very capable. I felt very confident in his able hands.

He has an excellent reputation and l know a person who speaks highly of him. But he misdiagnosed my knee and comparing his examination to my second opinion doctor l can see why. On my follow up, he was very dismissive of my pain and said see me in a month. Didnt even look at my knee. Second dr ordered a bone scan and found the problem Ruwe missed.

Excellent surgeon, but not very forthcoming with information. Ask questions.

had a shoulder injury on a weds, got in to see him on thurs (same day I called), had an mri on friday, and follow up appointment on monday. havent been operated on yet but am very impressed with how quick things are moving!

Let me just say this; there are different components to a satisfactory surgical experience, NOT just the surgery itself. This physician is pompous, he bristles when asked questions, and replies with clipped responses, and finally, doesn't really care about his patients. These things have a LOT to do with a patient's total experience and recuperation. Whether he is a good surgeon, I will never know and time will tell.

I would have second thoughts going back to this medical group.It feels like a business group and not a medical group with "patient care" in mind.

I showed up at 1230pm for a 100pm appointment and waited too long to be acknowledged by the receptionist because she was eating and talking to other staff. The nurse brought me back fairly quickly but I then waited in the patient room for over an hour before the doctor came in. The doctor then disagreed with both the radiologist and the previous doctor on the MRI results and the diagnosis. He instead suggested cortisone injections for a previously diagnosed tear. I was not impressed at all with the office staff nor the doctor as I felt as though I was being talked down to and very disrespected.

Doctor kept us waiting for over 45 minutes - first thing in the morning! Doctor could not give us a diagnois of problem - he needs to confer with radiologist on the MRI - it's been 3 days- haven't heard anything AND I even called and left a message with his secretary that we need answers and the problem is getting worse.