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Kathryn Ruliffson, PA-C

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About the provider

Kathryn (Kaytee) Ruliffson, PA-C cares for patients across all ages with a blend of lifestyle medicine, urgent care, primary care, and access to care. Patients often notice how she starts by listening closely, gathering a full picture before moving forward. Her approach is conservative and practical—combining functional and lifestyle strategies with Western medicine when it’s the right fit—and she makes space to talk through what matters to each person.

A Physician Assistant with 19 years of experience, Kaytee earned her MMS and BS from Nova Southeastern University and a BS in exercise physiology from JMU. She is NCCPA board certified and a member of the Pi Alpha PA honor society. Her background includes multiple leadership, training, management, and development roles.

Patients describe a visit with Kaytee as collaborative. She explains what she’s seeing, educates on the condition, and discusses options—including risks, benefits, future steps, and cost considerations—so decisions are shared. When specialty care is needed, she works to do everything she can up to that point and then guides the next step. Ethics are central to how she practices.

Her path into healthcare grew from a lifelong interest in health and fitness and a fascination with how the body works, shaped by a family connection to the field and strong people skills. She enjoys the variety in her days—the dynamics, the puzzles, and the personal connections that come with them.

Licensed to practice in: Alabama, Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Michigan, Nebraska, New York, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington

Patient reviews

Overall satisfaction
Waiting time
5.0
Would recommend
5.0
Bedside manner
5.0
Would visit again
5.0
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    Very satisfied with my appointment Dr. Ruliffson was thorough in her care and I would definitely recommend her

    3 months ago
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    Katherine is incredible. She is calm, sweet and takes her time. She helped me a lot since I joined sesame. I highly recommend her.

    3 months ago
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    I totally understand why Katie receives 5 stars! So professional so understanding. She really listens to all my concerns. She is so knowledgeable. She has been a perfect fit for me. I use her for all my follow-up monthly appointments.

    3 months ago
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    She’s very personable and seems like she truly cares about your wellbeing, I wouldn’t want anyone else in charge of my health.

    4 months ago
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    Kathryn was wonderful! She listened to me and did not dismiss my side effects of the medication I have been just as expected. We made a plan together and I look forward to continuing to work with her.

    4 months ago
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    I think this is the 4th time I have used Sesame and I was really happy with this provider more than any of the others and hope to be able to find her again when it is time to renew my prescriptions. I felt comfortable talking to her and she LISTENED to me.

    4 months ago
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    She did a good job listening and asking questions.

    5 months ago
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    Very thorough, asked all the right questions, gave instructions for self care.

    1 year ago
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    Kathryn was knowledgeable, professional, and assisted me with my needs.....5 stars!

    1 year ago
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    Kathryn is personable, caring, and focused the needs of her patient. It is pleasure to have her helping me reach my weight loss goals

    1 year ago
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    She is very smart and thorough.

    1 year ago
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    My provider was very welcoming on the video chat. She was patient with me while understanding my concerns. I would recommend her on Sesame.

    1 year ago
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    She was the absolute best!

    1 year ago
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    Superb

    1 year ago
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    Now I understand why she gets 5 star rating compared to all the rest (even the doctors lol) ! She is so knowledgeable and provided such relief when she gave a way for me to reach her after the appointment through the system. That was a big deal for me as i still had uncertainty of how soon i can get the medication because the pharmacy was still closed. She took her time to hear me out and I felt totally comfortable sharing such a personal and potentially embarrassing situation. Already on the 1st dose of antibiotics, pain is gone, and able to catchup on some sleep i lost last night. Thank you Katie! You are definitely the best! ♥️

    1 year ago
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    The provider was well-versed and had solid advice for our situation

    1 year ago
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    Highly recommend. Excellent communication and feedback. Proactive questioning helps the whole process.

    1 year ago
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    Very friendly and informative. Listens to what you have to say. I would highly recommend her!

    1 year ago
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    Kathryn is very easy to talk to with a very professional, but relaxed demeanor. She is great at listening and figuring out issues.

    1 year ago
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    Excellent service.

    1 year ago
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    Kaytee is very professional and personable. She knows her stuff and provides great support and accountability.

    1 year ago
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    Thorough and thoughtful as well as very personable and friendly. Great service!

    1 year ago
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    Caring and listens

    1 year ago
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    Kathryn was great, she was professional attentive and very easy going and understanding. I would definitely utilize her services again

    1 year ago
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    Friendly, knowledgeable, and professional

    1 year ago
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    Dr. Kathryn Ruliffson was extremely compassionate. She took the time to listen to me and make sure my needs were met. She made me feel like someone cared about my illness. She prescribed what I needed to feel better. Thank you so much

    1 year ago
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    She was very nice and listened to what I had to say

    1 year ago
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    She was great to work with.

    1 year ago
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    First time using Sesame and was absolutely fantastic. Very easy and quick to get an appointment. Kathryn Was amazing and I will book with her again. Thank you very much much Kathryn!

    1 year ago
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    I felt like Kathryn was very thorough and asked the right questions to understand my symptoms. It was a pleasure taking with her.

    1 year ago
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    She was amazing

    1 year ago
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    The provider was very professional. Provider was engaged in conversation, and worked to resolve all of my issues and concerns. I was highly satisfied with my visit.

    1 year ago
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    She is so great! Very informative

    2 years ago
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    She took her time to actually listen to what was wrong and we worked together to make sure I got the care I needed!

    2 years ago
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    Kind, and to the point. Very helpful and efficient.

    2 years ago
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    Friendly, thorough and most importantly knowledgeable and answered questions with understanding.

    2 years ago
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    Very friendly and informative. Took time to listen!

    2 years ago
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    very satisfied with the provider.

    2 years ago
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    Dr. Ruliffson was easy to speak with, she listened and gave helpful information for concerns that I had.

    2 years ago
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    Kathryn was efficient and helpful. She listened to my frustrations without rushing me and then gave me a plan for my next steps which I appreciated. I plan to book with her for a follow up in 3 months.

    2 years ago
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    Very easy to talk to and extremely helpful.

    2 years ago
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    Dr. Ruliffson listens to your concerns and arrives at a treatment plant based on all factors. She's always on time and takes her time. She has a wonderful bedside manner, and is kind and caring. She is my new "go to" for unexpected medical issues!

    2 years ago
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    Helpful with solving my problem

    2 years ago
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    She was very good but I cannot get my prescription because the one that was sent I am allergic to and no response after numerous calls

    2 years ago
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    Always caring, informative, professional.

    2 years ago
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    Dr was a great listener and compassionate she addressed my health concerns

    2 years ago
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    Very to the point and I was able to get the needed medication started ASAP. I know how to read my own body and know what medication is effective. A day and a half later and I am greatly improved. I will definitely return next time I am in need without hesitation.

    2 years ago
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    She's absolutely phenomenal! I felt heard and she is familiar with my rare chronic illness. One of the best doctors I've ever seen.

    2 years ago
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    So helpful and knowledgeable! Thank you so much!

    2 years ago
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    Kathryn is very positive and supportive. She thoroughly reviews past month and encourages me in maintaining the goood things I have been doing and makes constructive suggestions on how best to change things that are not helpful. I truly appreciate the accountability that Kathryn provides while remaining encouraging.

    2 years ago

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