Janice Ruggles, OB-GYN (Obstetrician-Gynecologist)
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Janice Ruggles

OB-GYN (Obstetrician-Gynecologist)

580 Harwood Avenue South Ajax ON, L1S 2J4
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Dr. Janice Ruggles is an obstretrician-gynecologist (OB/GYN) practicing in Pickering, Ontario, Canada. She specializes in women's health, with particular interest in the areas of pregnancy, childbirth and the post partum period, as well as the prevention of unwanted pregnancies by promoting long term, reliable, reversible contraception. Dr. Ruggles has a rapid referral clinic for the insertion of intrauterine contraceptive devices, particularly Mirena, Kyleena and Jaydess progesterone intrauterine systems (IUS). Dr. Ruggles focuses on using evidence based medicine while caring for her patients in a comfortable, clean, and inviting atmosphere. Every patient Is given ample time to explain their medical concerns and her mandate is that to ensure her patients have a positive experience resulting from her medical care. She welcomes new patients through referral from their family doctor or midwife.

Education and Training

McMaster University Doctor of Medicine 1993

University of New Brunswick Bachelor of Arts (honours) 1990

McMaster University Residency Specialty in OB/GYN 1999

Provider Details

Female English

Areas of expertise and specialization

Prevention of unwanted pregnancy using progesterone intrauterine systems, Mirena, Kyleena, JaydessObstetrical Care, from early pregnancy through childbirth and post partum care

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Assistant Clinical Professor, Dept. Of OB/GYN McMaster University 1999 - 2015

Awards

  • Top Resident in Colposcopy 1999 McMaster University 
  • NSERC Scholar 1986 Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Counsel of Canada 
  • Netherwood Scholarship 1986 The Netherwood Foundation 

Professional Memberships

  • Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada (SOGC)  
  • Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC)  

Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors

  • UNICEF, Cystic Fibrosis, Humanitarian Disaster Relief, Animal Welfare

Areas of research

Psychopharmacology

Janice Ruggles's Practice location

1885 Glenanna Road Suite 219 -
Pickering , Ontario Canada L1V 6R6
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Lakeridge Health Ajax Pickering Hospital

580 Harwood Avenue South -
Ajax, ON L1S 2J4
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New patients: 905-683-2320

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