Dr. Heather Ruddock, MD, PA | Pediatrician

What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.85

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

“I needed a medical form for my child completed in a hurry. I was a to get an appointment the next day. Very friendly people”

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“Appreciate the attentiveness and the patience for our first visit and the time she took to listen to what was going on”

Tracy S.April 12, 2024

About Dr. Heather Ruddock

IMPORTANT NOTE: Providers at Advocare Fairmount Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine only see patients ranging from 0-18 years old. If you fall out of this age range, your Zocdoc booking will be cancelled. We will not see any new patients over the age of 18 yrs old. Thank you for your understanding. After graduating from Columbia University, she earned a medical degree from Temple University School of Medicine, and completed her pediatric residency at St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children. In her 26 years as a pediatrician, she has served as a Clinical Attending in the Emergency Department at St Chris, Medical Director at Greater Philadelphia Health Action's Woodland Avenue Health Center, and for the last ten years, she has been a primary care pediatrician at an Advocare office in Southern New Jersey. Dr. Ruddock is skilled in general pediatric and adolescent medicine, Urgent Care Emergency Medicine, and has an interest in Sports Medicine. A long-time Fairmount community member, she is an avid fitness buff and can often be found on the running trails of Fairmount park. She looks forward to connecting with the families of Advocare Fairmount Pediatrics, both in the current city office and the second, East Norriton, office soon to open.

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Popular visit reasons

Annual Physical

Child with Fever

Ear Infection

Hearing Problems

Illness

Pediatric Headache

Sleep Problems

Sports Injury

Annual Physical

Child with Fever

Ear Infection

Hearing Problems

Office location

Dr. Heather Ruddock, MD also offers online video visits for patients

Advocare Fairmount Pediatrics Montgomery County

190 W. Germantown Pike, Ste 150, East Norriton, PA 19401

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Education and background

Practice names

Advocare Fairmount Pediatrics Montgomery County

Board certifications

American Board of Pediatrics

Education and training

Medical School - Temple University, Doctor of Medicine
St. Christopher's Hospital for Children, Residency in Pediatrics

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1780631846

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.

Overall rating

4.85

Wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

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I needed a medical form for my child completed in a hurry. I was a to get an appointment the next day. Very friendly people

August 4, 2024Initials hidden

Appreciate the attentiveness and the patience for our first visit and the time she took to listen to what was going on

April 12, 2024Tracy S.Verified patient

Overall great great experience. Very nice and professional staff.

December 2, 2025Darrell H.Verified patient

Amazing office and an amazing Doctor. 10 out of 10

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Heather Ruddock?

Generally, Dr. Heather Ruddock has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dr. Ruddock's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Dr. Heather Ruddock accepting new patients?

Dr. Heather Ruddock generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Ruddock's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Dr. Heather Ruddock accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Dr. Heather Ruddock online?

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What practice does Dr. Heather Ruddock work with?

Dr. Heather Ruddock works with Advocare Fairmount Pediatrics Montgomery County.

Where is Dr. Heather Ruddock's office located?

Dr. Heather Ruddock has 2 office locations in East Norriton, view full addresses on Dr. Ruddock's profile.

Which board certifications does Dr. Heather Ruddock have?

Dr. Heather Ruddock is certified by American Board of Pediatrics.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Heather Ruddock?

Dr. Heather Ruddock frequently sees patients for Annual Physical, Hearing Problems, Illness, Sleep Problems, and Sports Injury. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Heather Ruddock on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Heather Ruddock speak?

Dr. Heather Ruddock speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Heather Ruddock in reviews?

20 patients have reviewed Dr. Heather Ruddock. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.85/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.