Overview
Carolyn De La Cruz, MD, is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon certified in plastic surgery by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. She is chief of plastic surgery at UPMC Shadyside, director of the Comprehensive Lymphedema Center, and is an associate professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. De La Cruz received her medical degree from Eastern Virginia Medical School and completed her residency in general surgery at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital and her residency in plastic surgery at the University of Miami, followed by her fellowship at MD Anderson Cancer Center. Dr. De La Cruz’s clinical interests include breast surgery, complex reconstruction, and lymphedema surgery. She has multiple publications and presentations in peer reviewed journals. Dr. De La Cruz is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and American Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery. She is committed to delivering individualized care to all patients with kindness and respect.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Necrotizing Fasciitis, Keloids, and Lymphadenectomy.
Dr. Cruz is board certified in American Board Of Plastic Surgery. Dr. Cruz is currently accepting new patients.
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5200 Centre Avenue, Suite 703, Pittsburgh, PA 15232
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Carolyn D. Cruz
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Carolyn D. Cruz?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Carolyn D. Cruz by calling their office at 412-623-6397. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Carolyn D. Cruz a top-rated expert for Necrotizing Fasciitis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Carolyn D. Cruz is classified as an Experienced expert for Necrotizing Fasciitis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Carolyn D. Cruz specialize in?
While Dr. Carolyn D. Cruz is a Plastic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Necrotizing Fasciitis, Lymphadenectomy, and Keloids. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Plastic Surgery.
Does Dr. Carolyn D. Cruz accept my insurance?
Dr. Carolyn D. Cruz accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-623-6397 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- KeloidsDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Keloids.
- LymphadenectomyDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Lymphadenectomy.
- Necrotizing FasciitisDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Necrotizing Fasciitis.