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David J Ruta

David J Ruta, MD

Foot and Ankle Orthopedic SurgeryReconstructive Rearfoot and Ankle SurgeryAnkle Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Trauma SurgeryFoot Orthopedic SurgeryFoot and Ankle SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery

Accepting New Patients

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adolescent 12-21
  • Adult 21-65
  • Older Adult >65

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

About

Care Philosophy

I believe the first step in providing exceptional orthopedic care is listening to my patients and their biggest concerns. Each person has their own vision of what constitutes their best quality of life, balancing mobility, function and pain relief. From simple non-surgical options to advanced surgical interventions, I will walk you through which treatment plans match your desired results and maximize your activity potential.

Personal Statement

I enjoy spending time with my wife and children. I like to stay active any way I can. I also appreciate listening to live music and participating in community service projects.

Learn more about me outside of work

Clinical Interests

  • Ankle instability
  • Achilles ruptures and degeneration
  • Ankle and foot arthritis
  • Ankle and foot fractures and trauma
  • Cartilage injuries
  • Deformity correction, including ankle, foot and bunion deformities
  • Sports injuries
  • Total ankle replacement

Video

Locations

    • Phone: 920-430-4888
    • Fax: 920-430-4889
  1. Emplify Health Marinette Sports Medicine & Orthopedics

Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: The Campbell Clinic - Germantown GME, Foot & Ankle Surgery, 2016
  • Residency: University of Michigan Hospitals and Health Centers, Orthopaedic Surgery, 2015
  • Doctor of Medicine: Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center, 2010

Board Certifications

  • Orthopaedic Surgery: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, 2018

Insurance

Search plans
  • Aetna-Medicare Advantage
  • Allstate Benefits f/k/a Allied Beneifts
  • Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield - HMO, PPO, Blue Priority, Medicare Advantage and Medicaid
  • Aspirus Health Plan
  • BCBS MI (Upper Peninsula clinics only)
  • Care Wisconsin
  • Children's Community Health Plan Medicaid and Marketplace
  • Cigna
  • CommonGround Healthcare
  • Community Care Inc.
  • Evernorth Behavioral Health
  • Exceedent
  • First Health
  • Galaxy Health Network
  • Health Partners - Robin
  • Health Payment Systems
  • Health Smart
  • HealthEOS
  • Humana/Choicecare - HMO, PPO and Medicare Advantage
  • Inclusa
  • Independent Care (ICare)-Medicare Advantage
  • Lakeland Care
  • Managed Health Services-Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • MI Medicaid (Upper Michigan and clinics in Wisconsin counties adjoining MI border)
  • Molina Healthcare-Medicaid only
  • Multiplan
  • My Choice Wisconsin
  • Network Health Plan - Commercial and Medicare Advantage
  • Optum Behavioral Health
  • Preferred One
  • Security Health Plan - Medicaid
  • Three Rivers Provider Network
  • Tricare
  • Trilogy - Commercial
  • United Healthcare - HMO, PPO, UMR, Medicare Advantage, and Medicaid
  • UPHP-Commercial, Medicaid (Upper Michigan and select Northern WI clinics)
  • WEA Trust Preferred
  • WI Medicaid
  • WPS Health Insurance
  • WPS Health Plan
  • Zelis

Reviews

5 of 5 stars

158 Ratings, 45 Reviews

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/23/2026

    Appreciate Dr Ruta's concern & care!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/13/2026

    I was so impressed once again with Dr. Ruta's expertise and how he found the exact point to put that needle in my foot to give me an injection to relieve my pain. And once again, I'm pain-free and I'm so grateful. Thank you all very much.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/13/2026

    I was so impressed with everyone. Oh my gosh. And the doctor, absolutely. I've been to a number of podiatrists and he is absolutely the best. Information he gave. He just knows so much and he was great at communicating the information. The staff that worked with him, the same thing, really helped me feel comfortable in what I needed to do. So thank you.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/10/2026

    My experience with Dr. Ruta was one of the best I've ever had with a physician. He's absolutely amazing. He took his time, very knowledgeable. I just can't say enough good things about him. And his nurse assistant. Thank you.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/9/2026

    Very professional and friendly environment.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/6/2026

    Dr Ruta was excellent. He had options for me to choose the best results for my pain. He explained everything as what was going on with my foot pain.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/1/2026

    The orthopedic walk-in clinic is great! And it was so great that I was able to see Dr. Ruta the same day for treatment.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/29/2026

    This will be my second surgery with Dr Ruta and his team.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/29/2026

    The nurses and Dr was great, they made me very comfortable.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/8/2026

    Dr. Ruta was wonderful! Very informative, listened to what I had to say! I would highly recommend him!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/8/2026

    Enjoyed my consultation with Dr. Ruta He was able to provide new information that helped settled my concerns, discussed options that I could pursue if I wished too do do.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/1/2026

    I can now walk on my foot in normal heel toe pattern

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/1/2026

    Dr Ruta is an excellent physician. He has great listening skills and then applies his knowledge to my concerns.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/25/2026

    Had a much longer wait once I was brought into a room. The nurse came in once to tell me they hadn't forgotten about me.She also did apologize again when she walked me out.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/25/2026

    Dr. Ruta was very nice. He's been a wonderful doctor and I've been seeing him for a few years now and I hope he stays here because he's a very nice doctor. Thank you.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/19/2026

    Great job!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/11/2026

    Excellent care and respect always

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/4/2026

    Everyone was very caring and helpful.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/4/2026

    Excellent explanation of the issue and possible solutions. Very happy with the experience.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/4/2026

    His expertise in his field was more than i expected, not only knowledgeable but caring. He listened carefully as i explained all my healthcare issues, did not feel rushed!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/28/2026

    Excellent all the way around!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/27/2026

    Initial questions in a Kiosk check in are unnecessary, and confusing, if one has previously checked in online and used the QR code.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/27/2026

    Positive. Just recommended your care to people I care about. That rarely occurs. Good job.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/20/2026

    I would like to thank Adam in the athletic training room, Janelle and Dr. Ruta for making my visit a very positive experience. Thank you so much.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/17/2026

    I was taken in earlier and was out with no problems whatsoever understanding all instructions. Thank you!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/17/2026

    Excellent experience!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/14/2026

    Everyone was friendly and answered all of my questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/23/2026

    Dr. Ruta was very upfront during our discussions on what could happen. Very informative!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/23/2026

    Dr. Ruta listens to me and really understands my health issues.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/11/2026

    My son hurt his foot at football practice and I brought him in to see a trainer. Everyone from the front desk staff to the end of our visit was such a wonderful experience. They helped us get in with the Dr right away. They were going to close soon but the Dr was able to get us in for an xray that night so we didn't have to make another trip in the next day. They were all very kind and genuinely cared. We really appreciated the great care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/25/2026

    Very good team all the way around! Thanks

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/3/2026

    Thank you for treating me like a human being, not just another patient being rushed through the list of patients on another long day at work. Everyone I had dealings with was pleasant, helpful, efficient, knowledgeable and gave me a level of care I seldom get anywhere but at a one of your Bellin facilities. Once again. Thank You.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/2/2026

    I would highly recommend Dr. Ruta to my family and friends. He was very thorough in his examination and explanation of my condition. He also suggested different options that I could take in correcting and living with my diagnosis.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/27/2026

    I was so impressed with my experience and I am thankful for the help and direction I need at this time. I could not be more pleased thank you.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/26/2026

    Excellent experience. Explained process and procedures while performing the shot into my foot. Would highly recommend the ortho physicians and the radiologist

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/23/2026

    Did not feel "rushed" through my appointment. Dr Ruta & his assistant were very thorough & took time to explain my situation in detail & answer all my questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/20/2026

    A highly professional experience. Everybody was on top of their game, willing to help and go the extra step. I would recommend this to anybody that needs any type of critical care with their hips or their bones and whatever, but it was just an outstanding experience with professional level of doctors.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/19/2026

    Everybody was so kind and helpful. Really impressed with Dr. Ruta who took a lot of time explaining my upcoming procedure and answered all my questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/12/2026

    Very attentive and instructions were give that I understand what is needed and what the next steps are in my process.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/19/2025

    Dr. David Ruta is a god in my eyes. He's absolutely wonderful and knowledgeable.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/18/2025

    Everyone so friendly and kind. Answering all my questions explaining what's going to happen before and after the procedure.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/1/2025

    All nurses were kind and very friendly and respectful, awesome job.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/17/2025

    Dr Ruta, gave me the most thorough foot (hands on) exam I've ever had. He seemed very concerned and caring. He understood my concerns, we started from scratch and will start shots in a December. I've started therapy once a week to see if we can control the swelling in my legs. I'm so very happy with Dr Ruta and his staff.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/3/2025

    Everyone has been fantastic to work with from the initial athletic trainer triage to the surgical staff

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/31/2025

    Dr Ruta is the BEST!!! I've never had a surgeon explain everything so thoroughly.

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