About
Dr. David Ruiz is a board-certified family physician who has called the Central Coast home for over two decades. He earned his Bachelor of Science from the University of Redlands before completing his medical degree at the University of California, Los Angeles. He then finished a three-year Family Medicine Residency Program at White Memorial Medical Center in Los Angeles. He and his wife moved to the Central Coast to raise their three sons twenty years ago, and the region has shaped his approach to community-centered care.
Dr. Ruiz emphasizes prevention and helps patients build healthy habits that support mind, body, and spirit. He works closely with each patient to understand their goals and develop practical paths toward lasting wellness. Outside medicine, he explores the outdoors through hiking, fishing, and biking, plays guitar, and has sung with the San Luis Obispo Vocal Arts Ensemble for seven years.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Redlands, B.S.
Medical School
University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)
Residency
Family Medicine, White Memorial Medical Center, Los Angeles (3-year program)
Certifications
Who is Dr. Ruiz right for?
Dr. Ruiz is a great fit for adults who want a community-rooted primary care physician with a whole-person approach. Patients who want practical guidance on prevention and building lasting healthy habits benefit from his style. His long tenure on the Central Coast and close patient relationships make him well suited for adults seeking a physician who knows them and their community well.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Ruiz earned his Bachelor of Science at the University of Redlands and his medical degree at UCLA. He completed a three-year Family Medicine Residency Program at White Memorial Medical Center in Los Angeles.
Yes. Dr. Ruiz holds board certification as a family physician.
Dr. Ruiz emphasizes prevention and helping patients achieve healthy habits that support mind, body, and spirit. He works closely with each patient to identify practical steps toward long-term wellness.
Dr. Ruiz has lived and practiced on California's Central Coast for over twenty years. He and his wife moved there to raise their family, and his ties to the community run deep.
Dr. Ruiz sees adult patients across a wide range of primary care needs. He works especially well with patients who want a physician invested in prevention and a whole-person approach to health.
Dr. Ruiz builds care around close collaboration. He takes time to understand each patient's goals and creates plans that fit their lifestyle, focusing on sustainable habits rather than short-term fixes.
Doctor profile last updated June 9, 2026