Erik Rueckert, DO SHS Affiliate 4.92 out of 5 430 Reviews 151 Comments Specialties: Internal Medicine Languages Spoken: English Education: Undergraduate: University of Utah Medical Education: Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific-Northwest Residency: Wake Forest University Board Certifications: Internal Medicine Medical Staff Status: Samaritan Provider Accepting New Patients: No Bio: Dr. Rueckert provides primary care to adult patients.A love for health sciences, an interest in public health and a desire to care for an underserved population are the reasons he became a physician.Dr. Rueckert uses a collaborative approach to patient care and focuses on preventive medicine.In his free time, he enjoys backpacking, snowboarding and exploring the outdoors with his family. Patient Reviews & Comments 4.9 out of 5 (430 Reviews, 151 Comments) The clinician's star review is based on surveys sent to randomly selected patients following care. The patient satisfaction survey includes five questions about a patient's experience with their clinician with responses averaged for the star score. Patient comments are from the question "How likely would you be to recommend this provider to your family and friends." Jul 25, 2023Thorough, excellent communication, very informativeJul 25, 2023THE BESTJul 20, 2023I had my daughter move to him for primary care because he is a great doctor and listens and discusses what is going onJul 18, 2023All GoodJul 13, 2023Color me happy. I thought everything went well.Jul 12, 2023I trust these folks.Jun 15, 2023Dr R is great! I am very comfortable with him and feel he really listens and cares. He makes me feel heard and takes time to address any questions and concerns I may have. Never rushes!Jun 14, 2023He's great.Jun 14, 2023Dr. And staff, top notch.Jun 07, 2023I have never had a Dr. Like Eric Ruekert. He really cares and makes me feel like we are a team.Jun 06, 2023I am very happy with my Dr.Jun 01, 2023I had a very good experience. My doctor is always very thorough and helpful/May 31, 2023Both PA & doctor are awesome.May 30, 2023Besides the fact that I know he is not taking on new patients ;) I was really stressed out about this and had been putting it off, I now wonder why it was a very positive experience.THANK YOU!May 19, 2023The feeling of being proactive in my health and all concerns was uplifting and I was never on guard about what I said.May 17, 2023Always focused and thoughtfully givenMay 17, 2023Dr.Rueckert is an outstanding physician. He listens carefully to my concerns!May 16, 2023ExcellentMay 11, 2023I would definitely recommend Dr. To anyone who needed a doctor if they had openings.May 11, 2023Excellent visitApr 28, 2023As state before Dr Rueckert has been the best physician I have had. Exceptional care.Apr 14, 2023Dr. Rueckert is professional, personal, and very committed to educating his patients. I did not feel rushed through my appointment. I feel fortunate to have him as my PCP.Apr 13, 2023Amazing doctor. Very informativeApr 13, 2023I always feel listened to and Dr R really seems to know his patients as individuals.Apr 12, 2023Fantastic doctor!Apr 12, 2023GoodApr 12, 2023Dr. Rueckert's explanations are long and thorough. This is great for someone wanting detailed information. But he's just not good at fast, short answers. My appointments get bogged down in details I don't need. If I want more detail, I'll ask.Apr 06, 2023I've already started recommending my new doctor because I love his office so muchApr 04, 2023Very much like Dr. Rueckert. Absolutely great.Mar 14, 2023They actually care about you, I wish my Sister and some of my friends were able to have a Dr. And his team like I have. It is sadly rare when I listen to my friends.Mar 03, 2023He went over everything in my chart, since this was my first visit there. We discussed everything from conditions to medications and now we both know each other very well.Mar 02, 2023My doctor is the best. I feel comfortable and confident with the care he gives.Mar 01, 2023Have been very pleased with Dr. R. He takes time, listens, explains, encourages, and have been very happy with him as my doctor.Feb 22, 2023Dr. Rueckert is wonderful.Feb 17, 2023Dr. Rueckert really explains everything very well and makes sure I understand and asks if I have any questions or concerns before moving on to the next issue. I really feel listened to and that I get to be a part of my health care decision making with his great advice.Feb 16, 2023One of the best doctors I have had!Feb 15, 2023Very goodFeb 01, 2023I love Dr.Ruekert. I have never had a better more caring primary care Dr.Jan 31, 2023Despite me being on the younger end of his patient base, Dr. Rueckert was extremely helpful and I look forward to continuing care with him.Jan 31, 2023Dr. Rueckert is very caring and listens to any and all concerns and questions.Jan 31, 2023I REALLY appreciated the full hour he took with me after waiting so long for the appointment and I was grateful for his attention to the list of concerns I brought in. He listened & asked good questions. Wonderful.Jan 26, 2023Very goodJan 24, 2023I am so glad Dr. Rueckert is my physicianJan 20, 2023Although I I'm going to miss Dr Godek I think Dr Ruekert is very thorough and knowledgeable. I expect that we will have a good working relationship. I enjoyed meeting him.Jan 18, 2023Dr. Rueckert is a very good and likable and friendly doctor and explains very well my concerns about my health.Jan 12, 2023I feel very lucky to have gotten Dr.R as my doctor when my previous doctor left the practice.Jan 10, 2023He was excellent. Caring and professional. He was truly interested in helping me with my bleedingJan 04, 2023I really am happy to this welcoming of each interaction I have had.Jan 04, 2023Always a good appointment with any questions I have being answered.Dec 30, 2022Dr R is amazing!! Listens and very concerned about my Healthcare. Excellend bed side manners. Would recommend him to any family or friends with a plus 10Dec 22, 2022She did her job efficiently and made me feel very comfortable, as usual!!!Dec 20, 2022I am happy with the care I receive from Dr. Rueckert and his PA.Dec 16, 2022GoodDec 15, 2022I am so glad Dr. Reichert is my doctor.Dec 14, 2022He has always been very thorough and listens to your every concern. Best Dr I've ever had, honestly.Nov 29, 2022He is thorough and listens. He doesn't act rushed!Sep 23, 2022Dr Ruekurt is a really caring man. He treats well!Sep 22, 2022Dr.Rueckert always makes me feel comfortable and treats me like he really cares. Never feel rushed and "just the next room" he has to see. I think it's important to him that he really knows his patients as individuals. Always makes me feel like he acually cares about me as a person, asks about my life. And, he has a great sense of humor. Not everyone "gets" my humor, but we seem to get along just fine.Sep 21, 2022Very good place to be seenSep 21, 2022He always knows about my health and follows my condition with other doctors.Sep 20, 2022All good and NO bad!!!!!!!!!!Sep 16, 2022Great experience. I am so glad to have Dr. Ruckert as my doctor he truly cares about his patients.Sep 15, 2022Knowledgeable MD who seems tentative in doing physical assessment.Sep 14, 2022Rueckert is very thorough in his care. He has a gift for showing empathy and is a great listener.Sep 09, 2022Love Dr. Rueckert! He explains everything, my options and then we make a doable plan of action.Sep 09, 2022Great care and service.Sep 07, 2022GoodAug 31, 2022All good.Aug 26, 2022Had no concernsAug 19, 2022Always explains everything patiently and clearly. I never feel rushed, which is valued in today's style of medicine. I value this in a doctor.Aug 18, 2022I am extremely happy with Dr Rueckert. I hope he stays in practice near me.Aug 17, 2022Dr. Rueckert is very patient and thorough.Aug 09, 2022Very empathicAug 09, 2022Dr Reuckert is easily one of the best doctors I've had. Listens well. Asks good questions. Is very interested and respectful of my priorities. Really cares.Jul 29, 2022This was my first visit to Dr. Rueckert. I am very happy that he will be my doctor. He was professional, polite and personable. He carefully explained all my options and listened carefully to everything I had to say. After leaving a position that I had had for 25 years, due to my moving here to Oregon, I was concerned about starting with a new doctor. But I am feeling very confident that Dr. Rueckert will be an excellent caregiver.Jul 28, 2022Dr. Rueckert is wonderful! He is thorough and professional. Always explains thins well and listened to all my concerns and answered all my questions. One of the best doctors I've ever had!Jul 21, 20225 starJul 21, 2022He is the most sincere and kind doctor I have ever hadJul 20, 2022He is very knowledgeable and I love how he truly listened to my questions and concerns.Jul 19, 2022Dr. Rueckert listens carefully, explains the options thoroughly, and includes me in the decision making re treatment of any problem. I am highly satisfied with the care he provides.Jul 15, 2022Dr. Reukert listens and cares what I might be trying to communicate. He senses how I feel. I also get good advice that helps.Jul 13, 2022Always a pleasant visit with dr. RueckertJun 30, 2022Very comfortable talking with/to him.Jun 24, 2022I feel Dr. Erik Rueckert is very good doctorJun 22, 2022Dr is very very easy to talk to and listens and cares about your Healthcare! Answers questions. Communication is great with himJun 21, 2022I appreciate Dr. Rueckert thoroughness in explaining treatment and the medication used to treat me.Jun 17, 2022Dr Rueckert listens to all my concerns and is never in a rush to get to the next patient.Jun 15, 2022I recommended Erik Rutgers to my 73 year old aunt but his office couldn't get her in til septemberJun 07, 2022I really like my doctor. He makes me feel safe and cared forJun 01, 2022It was a very good experience.May 31, 2022Best care & experience ever!!May 24, 2022Dr. Rueckert has been wonderful! He is very interested in me as a patient. Knows what is going on and is concerned about my situation in general. Very kind. And, he has a sense of humor! Makes me feel very comfortable and listened to during my appointments.May 20, 2022100% satisfied with my whole experienceMay 19, 2022He makes a genuine effort to listen and to communicate. I really value this.May 13, 2022Great ExperienceMay 13, 2022My concerns were listened to and a health issue I didn't know about was brought to my attention. Medication was prescribed and I actually feel better already. I'm thankful I'm being taken care of.May 11, 2022Great first visit. I felt welcomed and he listened to my concerns.May 11, 2022Have confidence in doctorMay 04, 2022Doctor listened closely and echoed back my issues, concerns and made sure that we were on the same wavelength with the possibility and next steps.May 04, 2022Dr Rueckert and assistant Whitney efficient and wonderful to work withMay 03, 2022He listened & was knowledgeable about conditions. He seemed interested in what I said.Apr 28, 2022Dr. Rueckert is wonderful! Very caring and concerned. Explains things great and is easy to talk to. Very confident and makes you feel like he is on your side to make you feel better no matter what health problems you have.Apr 27, 2022Best experience I've ever had with a Doctor. Dr. Ruekert is efficient, knowledgeable, communicates well, and listens. The best doctor I've ever dealt with, by far!Apr 21, 2022Speaking as a retired respiratory therapist, I would recommend Dr. Rueckert to anyone.Apr 21, 2022Good communication with the Dr and his assistant. Appreciate the time Dr takes and that he answers my questions.Apr 20, 2022Out of all my providers I've had in Samaritan, he has been the best.Apr 08, 2022I always feel better after a visit. I am listened to and I come away with answers.Mar 30, 2022Everyone was "very Good" to me.Mar 17, 2022GoodMar 16, 2022Was and always a good experience and have share with friends when looking for health care provider.Mar 15, 2022After meeting I have complete confidence in the doc and his staff.Mar 15, 2022I think Dr Rueckert is a wonderful doctor. He is very caring, listens to concerns and is very knowledgeable about options. He gets a 10 in my opinion. He is also my Mom's primary dr and he is very caring and kind towards her. She is 95 and appreciates how he listens and advises her.Mar 09, 2022He is a very thorough doctor and he asked questions that helped me explain what was going with my health. I appreciate the time he took to listen and I feel that he genuinely wanted to help.Mar 08, 2022He is fabulousMar 04, 2022I'm very pleased with the concern and care I receive from Dr. RueckertMar 01, 2022Good.Feb 23, 2022Very GoodJan 28, 2022Dr. Rueckert is an excellent Dr.Jan 25, 2022Personable, professional, great "bedside manner"Jan 21, 2022I haven't been to see a Dr for a few years. My nerves were set at ease the moment I stepped into this facility. The Dr showed genuine concern and took time to set a plan of care.Jan 18, 2022Dr. Rueckert is the bestDec 17, 2021You should give Dr.Erik, as I call him, a huge raise. He is the best doctor. Kind, caring and thorough!Dec 14, 2021He is an excellent doctor I'm glad he's my doctor.Dec 09, 2021He is much more attentive than my last physician. More caring.Dec 03, 2021Dr. Ruekert is a fantastic doctor. It was clear he had reviewed my medical chart before he came into the room. He remembered little things about me that made me feel well cared for. He took the time to walk through each aspect of my health and ask not only how I was feeling about them but if there was anything he could do to help. Dr. Rueckert has a genuine care and concern for his patients. I really appreciate his bedside manner and feel very fortunate to have him as my PCP. The care I received was top notch.Dec 01, 2021We covered a lot of my medical history during this my first visit. Thorough, compassionate, professional but friendly.Nov 30, 2021We always found him to be very caring and knowledgeable.Nov 18, 2021Totally considerate, respectful and focused care. An exceptional person who values his relationship with his patience as fellow human beings.Nov 18, 2021Dr. Ruekert lstens and is thorough.Oct 28, 2021Doctor R is very thorough. He helped us to better understand how meds work in relation to diabetes.Oct 07, 2021The doctor clearly explains medical conditions/expectations and takes the time to let the patient know what to expect with prescriptions. While the office was busy the day of my last appointment, I felt like the doctor took adequate time to hear my concerns.Oct 07, 2021Dr. Rueckert is very detailed in his explanations about medications and when answering my questions. I like the level of detail and thorough answers. I am very pleased with this doctor.Oct 06, 2021I think Dr Rueckert is very good and caring doctor.Sep 02, 2021Dr. Ruekert was very kind and concerned about my condition. He explained everything so that I could understand and gave me options for my treatment.Sep 01, 2021Dr. Rueckert has been great. Made me feel comfortable from the first appointment. Seems to really know my medical history.Jun 22, 2021Erik is very thorough while being informative. That's empowering to the patient as I feel much more involved in my own care.May 27, 2021Dr. Rueckert is very thorough in his approach... listens very well and definitely cares!May 18, 2021Provider makes sure to explain all info very thoroughly, verbally and in writing. I do feel that I am participating in my own care, which I appreciate!May 04, 2021I feel very satisfied with the care from provider.Apr 29, 2021This is my first appointment with Dr. Rueckert. I was very impressed with his interest in my health and that had already reviewed my chart and made notes to review certain questions/concerns with me.Apr 16, 2021I am very pleased with Dr. Ruekert.Apr 09, 2021Very pleased with care provider.Apr 06, 2021Very pleased with Dr. Rueckert.Mar 11, 2021I feel Dr. Reuckert is exceptionally knowledgeable, competent, and focused on his patients.Mar 09, 2021Thus far, I am very happy with Dr. Rueckert.Mar 05, 2021I liked him very much. First visit with this providerMar 04, 2021Dr. Reuckert is knowledgeable and personable. I am pleased to have him as my PCP.Feb 18, 2021I was a practicing pharmacist, so we understand one another.Feb 12, 2021This was my first visit with this practitioner, and I thought he was excellent, far better than my former provider.Feb 02, 2021He listened to what I had to say and took my concerns seriously.Dec 23, 2020Dr. is excellent as is his staff................. Locations: PrimaryOther Samaritan Medical Clinics - North Albany 400 Hickory St NW Suite 300Albany, OR 97321-1700 Phone: 541-812-5700 Fax: 541-768-9779 This provider is credentialed to see patients at the following location(s) periodically. Please only call the primary location for appointments. 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Samaritan Medical Clinics - North Albany 400 Hickory St NW Suite 300Albany, OR 97321-1700 Phone: 541-812-5700 Fax: 541-768-9779
Samaritan Heartspring Wellness Center 534 Pleasant View Way NW Suite 100Albany, OR 97321-1789 Phone: 541-812-5656 Fax: 541-663-4122