
Gabriela Ruiz, MD
Pediatrics
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Children 0-11
- Teens 12-17
- Young Adults 18-21
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Gender
FemaleAbout
I’m a native New Orleanian and specialize in primary care pediatrics. I have the privilege of witnessing children develop through multiple phases of life from infancy to late adolescence and enjoy providing families with education and reassurance along the way. It’s highly rewarding to create familiarity and continuity with the families over the years which helps facilitate care, trust, and the occasional inside joke with patients or parents.
My Little Something Extra.
I love mild adventures with traveling such as gentle hikes, swimming in creeks, snorkeling, or white-water rafting. I share the same love for concerts, reading, cats, Central American, and Louisiana cuisine.
Insurances Accepted
Locations
- Children's Hospital Pediatrics & Specialty Care (Napoleon Pediatrics) - 33rd Street
- 3040 33rd Street, Metairie, LA 70001
- Get Directions
- Phone: 504.219.0880
- Fax: 504.831.2248
- Children's Hospital Pediatrics (Napoleon Pediatrics) - St. Charles Ave.
- 3700 Saint Charles Avenue, Floor 7, New Orleans, LA 70115
- Get Directions
- Phone: 504.897.4242
- Fax: 504.897.4243
Expertise
Education
- Residency: Our Lady of the Lake Pediatric Residency, 2025
- Medical Education: LSU School of Medicine, 2022
Board Certifications
- Pediatrics: American Board of Pediatrics
Reviews
4.7 of 5 stars
100 Ratings, 12 ReviewsThe 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.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/2/2026
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- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/26/2026
Great experience provided. Lots of education was able to send through after visit summary as I would never have remembered all of it.
- 2 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/3/2026
This was our first time seeing this doctor, as there were no appointments with the doctor we've seen for years. When the doctor entered, she did ask us, "How are you doing?" but never introduced herself. I'm still unsure what to call her, as I assumed she should be referred to as "Dr. Last Name" but the nurse referred to her as "Dr. Nickname." She had a professional demeanor that came across as lecturing, and was not what we're accustomed to at this facility. My daughter was very uncomfortable with her, and cried when the doctor left the room. I will never book an appointment with this doctor again. I definitely did not feel like I had the opportunity to provide context for my daughter's unique needs. Her demeanor and approach just does not work for our family. We need a little more warm and fuzzy for a pediatrician. The experience was enough to make me look for another practice altogether. My daughter will now associate this clinic with a doctor who made her feel uncomfortable. As a mother, I'm not going to put her in that position.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/22/2026
Dr. Ruiz has been fantastic and we are so fortunate to have our daughter see her every appointment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2026
She's very nice and caring along with answering any questions may have with feedback.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/3/2026
Dr. Ruiz is amazing. Her knowledge about the spectrum and wanting to learn how the systems work in New Orleans and how she could be support was top tier. The staff, oh my goodness. I'm just, yes. But Dr. Ruiz, top tier.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/28/2026
She was very attentive and problem solved and gave us a good amount of time and attention and I felt like I was in good hands.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/28/2026
All the staff behaved with courtesy and kindness. I am really thankful for this.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/19/2026
I accidentally pressed that I did not see a nurse during the visit, but I did see a nurse prior to seeing the doctor. And Dr. Ruiz was a fantastic doctor. First time we met her. Thank you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/24/2025
Dr Ruiz is great and super informative
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/14/2025
Dr. Ruiz called several times to follow up and was very concerned about my son's wellbeing. Another excellent experience with Napoleon Pediatrics.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2025
Dr. Ruiz was patient. She included me in the discussion and planning for plan of care and medication regimen that was best for my son (ASD level 1).