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Dr. Francisco Rugama, MD

Geriatric Medicine* Age 68
Dr. Francisco Rugama, MD
3.4 (8 Ratings)

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Dr. Francisco Rugama, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Physician in McAllen, TX.
Dr. Francisco Rugama, MD
3.4 (8 Ratings)
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Dr. Francisco Rugama, MD

Geriatric Medicine* Age 68
McAllen, TX
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43 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Francisco Rugama, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Physician in McAllen, TX.

About

Dr. Rugama graduated from Autonomous University of Guadalajara School of Medicine. Dr. Francisco Rugama, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Physician in McAllen, TX and has 43 years experience. Dr. Rugama currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Doctors Hospital at Renaissance and South Texas Health System Edinburg. At present, Dr. Rugama received an average rating of 3.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 8 times. Dr. Rugama's office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Rugama also speaks Spanish. Dr. Rugama accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

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Geriatric Assessment
Immunization Administration
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Locations

  1. 1 South Texas Health System-McAllen
    301 W Expressway 83, McAllen, TX 78503
  2. 2 South Texas Health System Heart
    1900 S D St, McAllen, TX 78503
  3. 3 Office
    2121 E Griffin Pkwy Ste 3, Mission, TX 78572

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Rugama
3.4
Based on 8 Reviews
5 Stars (4)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (3)

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Jun 14, 2021
I found the PA to be very attentive, listened to my opinions.... I was very pleased... and have referred him to all our friends.. They too had a positive experience. I've never waited long. But I try to get an early appointment
Beverly L. — Jun 14, 2021
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
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Specialties*
Geriatric Medicine
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Education

Medical Education
  • Autonomous University of Guadalajara School of Medicine
    1981
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Dr. Francisco Rugama, MD is affiliated with Doctors Hospital at Renaissance and South Texas Health System Edinburg.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Doctors Hospital at Renaissance

    5501 S McColl Rd, Edinburg, TX

  • South Texas Health System Edinburg

    1102 W Trenton Rd, Edinburg, TX