Michael Ruiz, DPM, is a podiatric physician and surgeon at Lake Erie Podiatry in Erie, PA with over 20 years of experience. Dr. Ruiz provides a full suite of podiatric care and blends a conservative approach to care along with other treatment modalities to ensure his patients find relief. He also offers surgical solutions as needed and based on each patient and their individual condition.
Dr. Ruiz completed his Bachelor of Science in nutritional medicine at the University of Florida in Gainesville, FL and then went on to earn his Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine from the Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine in Miami Shores, FL in 1999. Dr. Ruiz then completed his podiatric surgical residency training at Millcreek Community Hospital in Erie, PA in 2002, where he continues to serve as an active surgical and clinical instructor for podiatric medical residents and is also affiliated with the facility. Dr. Ruiz is also affiliated with Village SurgiCenter of Erie.
Dr. Ruiz is dedicated to patient-centered care and emphasizes the importance of patient education with his treatment.