Leslie DiRuzza, DO
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Appointed
2017
Education & Fellowships
Residency - Allegheny General Hospital
Internal Medicine
Pittsburgh,
PA USA
2017
Medical Education - Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
Bradenton,
FL USA
2014
Undergraduate - Ohio State University
Columbus,
OH USA
2010
Certifications
- Internal Medicine
Specialty Interests
Patient care and teaching residents and medical students.
Research & Publications
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110 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
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| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.7 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.8 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.7 |
16 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Sep 30, 2019
The physician assistant and Dr. D. were extremely welcoming, polite, attentive, and professional.
Reviewed on Aug 15, 2019
The Dr. was very prompt, friendly, easy to understand and very thorough with my health care.
Reviewed on Aug 9, 2019
I have found an excellent doctor! Dr. DiRuzza was very thorough and explained everything in detail. She shows genuine concern for my health and didn't rush the appointment like other doctors have.
Reviewed on Jul 23, 2019
She is a wonderful doctor! I was extremely happy with my care. Very professional and caring at the same time. it is sometimes hard to find a doctor that you like.
Reviewed on Jul 16, 2019
Dr. DiRuzza is amazing. She is kind and empathetic and nonjudgmental. she takes concerns very seriously and spends a great deal of time with her clients and makes sure you know and understand all options available for treatment.
Reviewed on Jun 25, 2019
The experience was great!. Dr. Diruzza wa .attentive and made sure all my questions were answered.
Reviewed on May 15, 2019
love my doctor. shes personable and caring. not hard to get an appt
Reviewed on Apr 23, 2019
scheduling the appointment was easy. the bad part was the actual appointment itself. I made this appointment because of my concern of drastic weight gain after I stopping taking a particular medication. the first thing the doctor had said to me was that I am obese and that I should go back on the medication. I wanted it to be out of my system because it is a controlled substance and I am currently trying to become pregnant. I wanted to go through all of the withdrawals (weight gain being one of them) before the pregnancy rather than during. when I explained that to Dr. Diruzza, she said that I could still take the medication, but once I got pregnant I would be at a high risk of gestational diabetes. I don't want to be at a high risk of anything while pregnant, I don't think anyone does. I don't like how her first response to my concern is to go back on a medication that I've worked so hard to be off of for almost a year now. also, I had asked her to check my thyroids to make sure those were good. she had me sent down for that bloodwork after I asked for it. after discussing my experience of my appointment to some of my medical friends, I was informed that more tests should have been taken to make sure that the extra 50 lbs that I have gained was only from a medication. an example of another test would be my sugar levels. nothing of that matter was ever discussed to me while I was at my appointment. I had another concern of foot pain and swelling of my foot and ankle. she simply brushed it off and said it was because I had gained weight. she didn't help me to figure out the best solution for my problem. she made me feel like crap and that I was fat all of a sudden because I eat too much. that isn't the case because I have changed my whole diet around and I am still gaining weight. I made this appointment to get answers for my concerns and I left feeling worse than before. as soon as I got to my car, I couldn't hold any emotions back anymore and I cried the entire 30 minute drive home. this was the worst doctor's experience of my life.
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2019
the Dr. was very kind and caring and concerned. I appreciated the tlc
Reviewed on Mar 19, 2019
I had to switch doctors with Dr. Batur leaving the practice. This is my first visit with Dr. DiRuzza. I am absolutely pleased with her, her pleasant demeanor, and the care and concern she provided me. Finding a doctor I really liked, took me years. This unexpected transition was easy and smooth which I couldn't be more pleased with.
Reviewed on Mar 9, 2019
Dr. DiRuzza is a genuinely kind and caring physician. She listens and involves me in the decision making process. I am thoroughly happy with Dr. DiRuzza, the care she provides, and very thankful she is part of the Cleveland Clinic staff
Reviewed on Mar 5, 2019
The doctor was very personable. Took the time to discuss issues. A good physician will take the time to listen and answer questions, this relationship is very important to me.
Reviewed on Feb 25, 2019
Dr. DiRuzza is very professional, friendly and takes good care of my health concerns!
Reviewed on Jan 22, 2019
This was my first time to see Dr. Diruzza. I was very impressed with her in terms of the way she seemd genuinely concerned with my family history of illness and such as she wants to build a comprehensive view of who I am and issues I may face in the future. At no time did i feel like she was trying to rush out the room to see the next patient. Rather, i felt as though she would have sat in the exam room and talked to me all day to build a thorough analysis and plan for future treatments.
Reviewed on Jan 10, 2019
Very responsive and informative regarding issues and questions. I have never been happier with a Primary Care provider.
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2019
Dr. DiRuzza was very attentive and took the time to answer all of my questions.