Valerie Pavlovich Ruff, AuD
Treatment & Services
- Assistive Listening Devices Evaluation and Fitting
- Audiologic Evaluation
- Audiology
- Hearing Aids
- Hearing Assistive Technology
- Hearing Instruments
- Hearing Needs Assessment
- Hearing Test
Insurance
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View All PlansEducation & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2008
Education & Fellowships
Graduate School - University of Florida
Audiology
Gainesville,
FL USA
2003
Graduate School - Washington University
Speech & Hearing
St. Louis,
MO USA
1999
Undergraduate - Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Speech Pathology & Audiology
1997
Certifications
- Audiology
133 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their views and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Cleveland Clinic.
| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.9 | |
| Listens | 5 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
| Knows Medical History | 4.5 | |
| Time Spent with Patient | 5 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.9 |
20 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Oct 9, 2019
Dr. Ruff is always professional and friendly and even today, when she mentioned that my mom was not on her original schedule. We had made the appointment 6 months ago and checked in online and downstairs in the foyer.
Reviewed on Oct 2, 2019
Dr Ruff was very helpful in all ways. she programmed my hearing aids and explained very clearly ways to improve my hearing. Because of Dr Ruff it was a great feeling to be able to hear loud and clear. She is very knowledgeable- very caring and compassionate. Dr Ruff is a great doctor.
Reviewed on Sep 18, 2019
Everything associated with the doctor was top-notch.
Reviewed on Sep 16, 2019
Valerie is an excellent care provider and hearing technician.
Reviewed on Sep 12, 2019
Dr. Ruff does an excellent job
Reviewed on Sep 3, 2019
Dr Ruff explains the process and what to expect. She is personable, knowledgeable and communicates very well. Answers all questions and concerns
Reviewed on Aug 8, 2019
actually the appointment was handle by the doctor
Reviewed on Aug 7, 2019
Dr. Valerie Pavolich Ruff is exceptional, and is a pleasure.
Reviewed on Jun 3, 2019
Dr. Ruff provided extra time to recent appointments and her professionalism due to difficulty with getting used to hearing aids.
Reviewed on May 16, 2019
dr valerie is excellent
Reviewed on Apr 25, 2019
Dr Ruff is Excellent very good at explaining procedures and in training student helper
Reviewed on Apr 11, 2019
The doctor promptly returned my call concerning some adjustments in the appointment and was very accommodating in arranging for those requested adjustments.
Reviewed on Mar 13, 2019
I really liked the Dr very much. she was very thorough
Reviewed on Feb 25, 2019
Dr. Pavlovitch Ruff scheduled the appointment herself. She was available witnesses two working days.
Reviewed on Feb 25, 2019
No nursing assistant at this visit. Dr. Pavlovitch Ruff was the only caregiver.
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2019
Dr. Ruff is very patient with my hearing issues. She tries hard to figure out how best to give me optimal hearing.
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2019
Getting used to one's hearing aids and how to care for and deal with them is a process. A kind patient doctor and other personnel are important aspects of making the adjustment optimally.
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2019
Dr. Ruff had an intern named Jocelyn this time and she was very pleasant and helpful.
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2019
Dr is very personable and makes you feel comfortable
Reviewed on Jan 10, 2019
I am very pleased with Dr. Valerie Ruff. She patiently explained everything to me.