What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.85
Average wait time
4.72
Bedside manner
4.89
“Lovely office, friendly staff, organized office systems! Filled out my paperwork the night before, so all I needed to do was pay my copay and verify my identity once I got to the office. Dr. Garcia is friendly and knowledgeable, and I never felt rushed during our appointment. :) ”
Courtney C.May 14, 2026
“Dr. Garcia is excellent. He heard through all my issues and explained very clearly what my diagnostic was and how he got to it. I left feeling heard and understood with a clear plan of what I will be doing to help with my diagnostic. ”
Wen Yi Y.January 27, 2026
About Dr. Ruel Garcia
Dr. Ruel Garcia graduated Magna Cum Laude in Biological Sciences from the University of California, Irvine. He earned his Doctor of Medicine from the University of California, San Diego, School of Medicine. Following medical school, Dr. Garcia completed an internship in General Surgery and a residency in Internal Medicine at UC San Diego. Soon after, he joined the staff of Southern California Permanente Medical Group, San Diego, for three years as a primary care physician and then as a hospitalist.
In 1998, Dr. Garcia moved to the Bay Area and completed his fellowship in Gastroenterology at the University of California, San Francisco. Since then, he has been practicing general gastroenterology and hepatology in San Jose, with a special interest in advanced endoscopic procedures. His primary focus is on biliary tract and pancreatic diseases, and he has expertise in diagnostic and therapeutic ERCP and EUS. Dr. Garcia is Board-Certified in Gastroenterology.
He balances his life by spending the majority of his free time with his wife and four children. Dr. Garcia has a passion for travel, history, and physics
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Practice names
Board certifications
- Gastroenterology (American Board of Internal Medicine)
Education and training
- Medical School - University of California San Diego, Doctor of Medicine
- University of California San Diego, Residency in Internal Medicine
- University of California San Francisco, Fellowship in Gastroenterology
- University of California San Diego, Internship in General Surgery
- University of California, Irvine (Bachelor's)
Professional memberships
- American Gastroenterological Association
- American College of Gastroenterology
Awards and publications
- Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1790789022
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.85
Wait time
4.72
Bedside manner
4.89
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Was kind and listened to everything I had going on and came to a helpful plan
January 21, 2026Susheila S.Verified patient
Very knowledgeable doctor. Good listener. He explained the treatment plans clearly and point-to-point. Highly recommended!
August 28, 2024Mohammad A H.Verified patient
Dr. Garcia has always been very attentive and thorough. I'm glad I rediscovered him in Los Gatos.
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Nice office! Dr. Garcia was very nice and friendly, and took time to explain things well.
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Dr Garcia is easy to talk to. He is professional, knowledgeable, patient and informative.
July 13, 2021Thanh N.Verified patient
Very patient and informative. Carefully listened to my story and explained options.
January 20, 2021Dmitriy Y.Verified patient
The staff was very friendly and helpful. The doctor answered all my questions.
September 16, 2021Linda P.Verified patient
Nice, clean office. The staff is friendly and professional.
December 2, 2021Fereshteh G.Verified patient
Lovely office, friendly staff, organized office systems! Filled out my paperwork the night before, so all I needed to do was pay my copay and verify my identity once I got to the office. Dr. Garcia is friendly and knowledgeable, and I never felt rushed during our appointment. :)
May 14, 2026Courtney C.Verified patient
Dr. Garcia is excellent. He heard through all my issues and explained very clearly what my diagnostic was and how he got to it. I left feeling heard and understood with a clear plan of what I will be doing to help with my diagnostic.
January 27, 2026Wen Yi Y.Verified patient
One of best Gastro experiences I’ve had and Dr. Garcia was a very helpful in talking though concerns with a great bedside manner and absolutely no rush.
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Dr Garcia took his time with me, giving me time to talk about my concerns as well as asking many questions to help diagnose my situation. He also offered me 2 options for future treatments, highlighting the pros and cons of both.
July 24, 2024Hajem G.Verified patient
Dr. Garcia is absolutely amazing. He very patiently listened to all my concerns and was great at explaining my symptoms and all the different treatment options. Highly recommend!
February 26, 2024Surabhi R.Verified patient
This office was warm and friendly and clean! But most importantly, Dr. Garcia was extremely competent, professional, and friendly. I learned a lot about what I was experiencing and felt and like I have a plan. Highly recommended ?
More than 1 year agoErika M.Verified patient
Overall, I had a pleasant experience with Dr. Garcia. He was very easy to talk to, listened attentively, and was very knowledgeable. I felt in good hands, with minimal wait time. No issues at all, would recommend to others.
December 14, 2023Initials hidden
Short wait period, friendly staff, clean cut intelligent doctor with great advice. Only surprise was my cellphone went blank (on way out the staff admitted they have a cellphone blocker, not sure why, but as a business owner & father of teenager myself i need to have my calls come through to stay on top of my game), all good, scheduled a follow on appnt.
October 13, 2023Donald A.Verified patient
Dr. Garcia did a wonderful job of listening to my concerns and addressing every question that I had with care and concern (no matter how trivial my questions were). It really seems like he cares about your health, and I will definitely be continuing to use him as my GI doctor. Thank you so much!
March 23, 2023Grace Y.Verified patient
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January 6, 2022Better B.Verified patient
Dr. Garcia was amazing! He listened carefully to my symptoms, put me at ease, explained what's going on, and spent a good deal of time discussing various options. I really liked his direct and comforting style.
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Great quality place. Efficient timings also.
September 22, 2021Sajjad R.Verified patient
I am so glad I used ZocDoc to find my GI Specialist today! He was really nice and kind, as well as his front desk staff/Medical Assistant. He didn’t rush me and he listened to me. He also went up and beyond just for me. I never leave these reviews but I felt that I had to for Dr. Garcia. Awesome job guys!
September 22, 2021Corey M.Verified patient
Hi, I met Dr Garcia yesterday and feel very happy to have found him using ZocDoc. He is a very energetic and knowledgeable man with a great bedside manner. I loved the office and the staff. They make you feel welcome and at ease. I highly recommend choosing him over others in the area.
More than 1 year agoMargaret G.Verified patient
He is amazing. He explained everything to me in detail and spent a lot of time addressing my concerns. Pleasant demeanor as well. Office staff was also helpful.
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What practice does Dr. Ruel Garcia work with?
Dr. Ruel Garcia works with UNIO Specialty Care.
Where is Dr. Ruel Garcia's office located?
Dr. Ruel Garcia has 2 office locations, including in Mountain View and Los Gatos, view full addresses on Dr. Garcia's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ruel Garcia have?
Dr. Ruel Garcia is certified by Gastroenterology (American Board of Internal Medicine).
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Ruel Garcia?
Dr. Ruel Garcia frequently sees patients for Abdominal Pain, Diarrhea, Gastroenterology Consultation, Hemorrhoids, and Illness. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Ruel Garcia on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Ruel Garcia speak?
Dr. Ruel Garcia speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Ruel Garcia in reviews?
145 patients have reviewed Dr. Ruel Garcia. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.85/5. They have a 4.89/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.72/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.