About
Dr. Ruth L. Eckert has practiced family medicine in Scottsdale, Arizona since completing her residency at Scottsdale Memorial Hospital Osborn in 1979. She earned her Doctorate of Medicine from Indiana University School of Medicine in 1976, following a Bachelor of Arts in Biological Sciences from Indiana University in 1973. She completed her internship at Fort Wayne Family Practice and later pursued specialized training in Medical Acupuncture for Physicians at UCLA School of Medicine in 1998.
Dr. Eckert holds certifications in Clinical Densitometry and Colposcopy. She served as Physician Director at Piper Health Center from 1979 to 1982 and as Medical Director of Pueblo Norte Nursing Center and Retirement Village from 1984 to 1990. She maintains active membership in the Arizona Academy of Family Physicians, the American Academy of Medical Acupuncture, the Arizona State Medical Society, and the Maricopa County Medical Society. Her grandfather was an old-time family doctor who inspired her to care for the whole person, mind, body, and spirit. That philosophy guides her work today. She focuses on staying current with advances in traditional medical therapy and emerging prevention research. 9 out of 5 across 28 reviews.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Indiana University, Bloomington, IN — Bachelor of Arts, Biological Sciences, 1973
Medical School
Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN — Doctorate of Medicine, 1976
Residency
Scottsdale Memorial Hospital Osborn, Scottsdale, AZ, 1979
Additional Training
UCLA School of Medicine, Los Angeles, CA — Medical Acupuncture for Physicians, 1998; Internship: Fort Wayne Family Practice, Fort Wayne, IN, 1977
Certifications
Who is Dr. Eckert right for?
Dr. Eckert is a strong fit for adults who want a long-term relationship with a single, experienced physician. Patients managing chronic conditions like hypertension, high cholesterol, or diabetes benefit from her prevention-focused approach. She works well with individuals who want comprehensive annual wellness assessments and proactive screenings. Her additional training in medical acupuncture makes her a good match for patients interested in integrative options alongside traditional care. Anyone who values direct, after-hours access to their own doctor will find her practice well-suited to their needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Eckert practices full-scope family medicine, addressing acute illnesses, chronic disease management, and preventive care. She focuses on conditions including type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and high cholesterol. Her training in clinical densitometry also allows her to assess bone health directly within her practice.
Dr. Eckert holds certifications in Clinical Densitometry and through the National Procedure Institute in Colposcopy. She earned her Doctorate of Medicine from Indiana University School of Medicine and completed her residency in Scottsdale in 1979.
Dr. Eckert focuses on caring for the whole person, including mind, body, and spirit. She stays current with advances in traditional medical therapy and emerging prevention research. She views her relationship with each patient as a wellness partnership built over time.
Yes. Dr. Eckert completed her training in Medical Acupuncture for Physicians at UCLA School of Medicine in 1998. She holds membership in both the Arizona Academy of Medical Acupuncture and the American Academy of Medical Acupuncture, reflecting her ongoing commitment to this discipline.
Dr. Eckert has practiced in Scottsdale since 1979, when she completed her residency at Scottsdale Memorial Hospital Osborn. Some of her patients have been with her since the early 1980s. She affiliates with Scottsdale Healthcare for hospital-level needs.
Yes. Dr. Eckert makes herself reachable by phone after hours and on weekends. Members contact her directly, not a nurse line or on-call service. This after-hours access is a core part of her MDVIP practice model.
Dr. Eckert is an active member of the Maricopa County Medical Society, the Arizona State Medical Society, the Arizona Academy of Family Physicians, the Arizona Academy of Medical Acupuncture, and the American Academy of Medical Acupuncture.
Yes. Every visit at Dr. Eckert's practice involves Dr. Eckert directly. Members do not see a nurse practitioner or physician assistant in her place. That direct access is central to her approach to continuity of care.
Doctor profile last updated June 6, 2026