Overview
Dr. Francisco Paez-Cruz is a board-certified pediatrician and pediatric hospital medicine physician with Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children. He provides inpatient medical care to young patients and collaborates with specialists to develop treatment plans. Dr. Paez-Cruz is skilled in managing complex medical conditions, and his expertise includes: Neonatal care Pediatric pneumonia Pediatric COVID Sickle cell disease Asthma Gastrointestinal disorders Lumbar punctures Dr. Paez-Cruz believes in caring for his patients and their families with a deep sense of empathy so that he can build an effective therapeutic relationship that results in the best possible outcome. Dr. Paez-Cruz’s Training Dr. Paez-Cruz received his medical training at Universidad de Monterrey in Monterrey, Mexico, and completed a pediatric residency at Orlando Health. About Dr. Paez-Cruz Dr. Paez-Cruz is board certified in pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics, and his professional memberships include the American Academy of Pediatrics and American Medical Association. He has taught third-year medical students and family medicine residents on pediatric inpatient rotations, led a youth ministry and volunteered on medical mission trips on the Texas-Mexico border and in Monterrey. Outside of work, Dr. Paez-Cruz enjoys spending time with family and friends, long-distance running, hiking, mountain climbing, fiction writing, reading and traveling. He also is active in his church and is fluent in English and Spanish.
His clinical expertise encompasses Infantile Pyloric Stenosis, Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Polydactyly, and Hypoplasia of the Tibia with Polydactyly.
Dr. Cruz is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article.
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92 W. Miller St., Orlando, FL 32806
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Francisco P. Cruz
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Francisco P. Cruz?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Francisco P. Cruz by calling their office at 321-843-2584. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Francisco P. Cruz a top-rated expert for Infantile Pyloric Stenosis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Francisco P. Cruz is classified as an Experienced expert for Infantile Pyloric Stenosis, 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. Francisco P. Cruz specialize in?
While Dr. Francisco P. Cruz is a Pediatrics, they have specific expertise in Infantile Pyloric Stenosis, Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), and Polydactyly. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatrics.
Does Dr. Francisco P. Cruz participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Francisco P. Cruz has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Infantile Pyloric Stenosis. You can view a list of Dr. Francisco P. Cruz's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Francisco P. Cruz accept my insurance?
Dr. Francisco P. Cruz accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 321-843-2584 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- CroupDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Croup.
- Delayed GrowthDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Delayed Growth.
- Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+)
- Hypoplasia of the Tibia with Polydactyly
- HypospadiasDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Hypospadias.
- Infantile Pyloric StenosisDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Infantile Pyloric Stenosis.