Ruiz Family Physicians provides this Web site, "ruizmds.com" or "gotomyclinic.com/ericaandedwardruiz" (the "Web site"), to allow our members and other users to view health-related information, communicate with our practitioners, our staff and each other, arrange for clinical and health plan services and access additional services.

The information provided on this Web site is not a substitute for the advice of your personal physician or other qualified health care professional. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care professional with any questions you may have regarding medical symptoms or a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this Web site.

If you think you have a medical or psychiatric emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest hospital.

We provide health information, not medical advice The information and online services we provide through this Web site are not meant to replace the advice and care you receive from your physician or other health care professionals. We hope that this information will help you to be better able to participate with your health care providers in making informed decisions about your care. Except where explicitly stated otherwise, it is not intended as specific medical advice. It is not a substitute for appropriate professional medical treatment or diagnosis.

The services provided through this Web site are for nonurgent purposes only.

If you think you have a medical or psychiatric emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest hospital. Do not attempt to access emergency care through this Web site.