Jessica Ruff, MD, MPH
Primary Location
Wellness and Preventive Medicine, Willoughby Hills
- Appointment:
- 216.448.4325
- Fax:
- 216.448.8615
Additional Locations
Wellness and Preventive Medicine
Stephanie Tubbs Jones Health Center
13944 Euclid Avenue
East Cleveland, OH 44112
Directions
- Appointment:
- 216.448.4325
- Fax:
- 216.218.8615
Treatment & Services
- Diabetes - Prevention
- Diabetes Care and Treatment
- Diabetic Sugar Control
- Health and Wellness
- Lifestyle Medicine
- Mindfulness Practices
- Prevention and Wellness
- Preventive Care
- Preventive Health
- Preventive Medicine
- Smoking Cessation
- Stroke Prevention
- Weight Management
- Women's Preventative Medicine
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Depression
- Diabetes
- Diabetes - Complications
- Diabetes - Health Aspects
- High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
- High Cholesterol
- Hyperlipidemia
- Hypertension and Diabetes
- Obesity
- Obesity and Chronic Disease
- Prediabetes
- Tobacco Dependence
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View All PlansAbout Jessica Ruff, MD, MPH
Jessica Ruff, MD, MA, MSPH, has been appointed the Information Technology Medical Director for Patient Journey, and a staff physician in the department of Wellness and Preventive Medicine.
In her medical director role, Dr. Ruff will help define and execute the vision for optimizing the use of clinical applications with a focus on tools that impact the patient journey, including MyChart as a core tool. She will practice clinically in the department of Wellness and Preventive Medicine.
As a clinician, Dr. Ruff will focus on nutrition, exercise, stress management, sleep, and social connection to help patients make healthy lifestyle changes to combat chronic diseases such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and obesity.
Dr. Ruff completed her undergraduate degree at Miami University, and earned her medical degree from Case Western University. Her post-graduate training included a Master’s Degree in Bioethics and a certificate in Health Informatics from Case Western and a Master’s Degree in Public Health from Meharry Medical College.
Prior to joining Cleveland Clinic, Dr. Ruff researched the feasibility and acceptability of personal health records of chronic disease patients in Western Kenya as a Fogarty Global Health Fellow. She followed this with a short informatics-consulting period, in which she worked with the AMPATH population health initiative. Dr. Ruff returned to Cleveland to complete her Clinical Informatics Fellowship at MetroHealth Medical Center, where she focused on finding ways to use technology to improve the help of vulnerable populations.
Dr. Ruff enjoys trying out new restaurants, traveling the world, reading suspense thrillers, and cycling in her free time.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2021
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - Case Western Reserve University / MetroHealth Medical Center
Clinical Informatics
Cleveland,
OH United States
2021
Fellowship - Vanderbilt University
Fogarty Global Health Fellowship
Nashville,
TN
2018
Graduate School - Meharry Medical College
Public Health
Nashville,
TN United States
2017
Residency - Meharry Medical College School of Medicine
General Preventive Medicine
Nashville,
TN
2017
Internship - Mayo Clinic
General Surgery
Rochester,
MN
2014
Graduate School - Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Bioethics
Cleveland,
OH
2013
Medical Education - Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Cleveland,
OH
2013
Certifications
- Preventive Medicine - Public Health & General Preventive Medicine
- Preventive Medicine - Clinical Informatics
Research & Publications
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66 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 | 4.9 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.9 |
17 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Dec 11, 2024
Overall, I have had a very good experience with this provider.
Reviewed on Dec 2, 2024
She and Dr Ghaffari are a great team!
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2024
Dr. Ruff is great! Smart, great follow up! I live in Naples, Florida and it it really wonderful that I* can visit her virtually. I have been to Cleveland 3X in the last year.
Reviewed on Nov 4, 2024
Dr Ruff is very good professional and smart. She real cares about me and does what she says she will In a fast manner. It Is nice to know there Is one doctor that tries to tie it all together n
Reviewed on Aug 28, 2024
Dr. Ruff includes is one of the best doctors I have ever had the pleasure to be cared by because she includes patients in the care process, provides valuable feedback In a manner which Is easy to understand and is highly skilled in medicine.
Reviewed on Aug 7, 2024
Dr Ruff is a very caring person.
Reviewed on Jul 31, 2024
Dr. Ruff is such a great provider. She truly listens and makes me feel heard. It's the best healthcare experience I've had
Reviewed on Jul 29, 2024
Dr.Ruff has educated me about communicating about my condition, asks thoughtful questions and is one of the most knowledgeable and supportive doctors I've had the pleasure of being in the care of.
Reviewed on Jul 22, 2024
Dr Ruff listened, tested and shared. She is very helpful.
Reviewed on Jul 8, 2024
Having Dr.Ruff as a provider has helped me so much. She listens, asks questions, and holds me accountable for the plan discussed during my office visit. I am grateful to have her as a part of my health journey.
Reviewed on Jun 26, 2024
I feel very well cared for by this doctor and connected with resources available from her and from her office
Reviewed on Jun 12, 2024
Everyone was nice. The doctor was very considerate of my problem and she did everything she could to make me feel better. She did a great job.
Reviewed on Jun 10, 2024
Very informed doctor with lots of information and practical tips
Reviewed on Jun 3, 2024
Dr Ruff is an amazing doctor. She explains things and takes time with you and treats you really well.
Reviewed on May 6, 2024
Couldn't be happier with Dr Ruff and the staff!
Reviewed on May 6, 2024
Dr Ruff is wonderful. Since my visit I have referred 3 of my friends/health coaching clients to her
Reviewed on May 6, 2024
I actually enjoy going to this office. Everyone is pleasant. Dr Ruff listens to me! She respects my lran to preventive and holistic choices.