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Dr. Francisco Cruz, MD

Dr. Francisco Cruz, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism*

Dr. Francisco Cruz, MD is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in Lakewood, NJ. Dr. Cruz has extensive experience in Thyroid Disorders and Osteoporosis & Screening. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Jersey Shore University Medical Center and Bellin Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 21 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (21 reviews)

Practice

1255 Highway 70 Ste 20N Lakewood, NJ 08701
Telehealth available

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Dr. Cruz's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cruz

3.8

21 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 30, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Heather – Feb 14, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Apr 18, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
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Michelle in Lakewood, NJ – Aug 20, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Tamara in Lakewood, NJ – Oct 04, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
5 people found this helpful
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Toms river, nj – Mar 16, 2017
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What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
5 people found this helpful
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Lakewood, NJ – Nov 29, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
11 people found this helpful
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Ronald in Toms River, NJ – Mar 29, 2016
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About Me

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Dr. Francisco Cruz, MD is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in Lakewood, NJ. Dr. Cruz has extensive experience in Thyroid Disorders and Osteoporosis & Screening. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Jersey Shore University Medical...read more
  • Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

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  • Samra University Of Oriental Medicine

    Medical School
  • Montefiore Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1999
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology
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Locations

Practice

David S Mitchell DO PA1255 Highway 70 Ste 20N Lakewood, NJ 08701
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Office744 S Webster Ave Green Bay, WI 54301
2

Practice

Bellin Health Infectious Disease Clinic704 S Webster Ave Ste 501 Green Bay, WI 54301
3

Practice

Oscar T. Ortiz M.D. PC1163 Route 37 W Ste A1 Toms River, NJ 08755
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Bellin Memorial Hospital

    744 S Webster Ave
    Green Bay, WI 54301
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • University of Vermont Medical Center

    111 Colchester Ave
    Burlington, VT 05401
    Recipient of 16
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Critical Care Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Jersey Shore University Medical Center

    1945 State Route 33
    Neptune, NJ 07753
    Recipient of 47
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in treating pulmonary embolism, respiratory system failure, sepsis, and diabetic emergencies

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in treating pulmonary embolism, respiratory system failure, sepsis, and diabetic emergencies

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    79%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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