Dr. Ligia M. Cruz
Overview
Originally from El Salvador, Dr. Alfaro Cruz has loved science and children since she was a teenager. At 18, she made rounds with her pediatrician, observing malnourished children gain strength and vitality from the caring medical treatment they received. Now, as a pediatric gastroenterologist, she helps kids achieve the best quality of life possible as they battle an illness or chronic disease. As an ETSU Health clinician, Dr. Alfaro Cruz also serves as a faculty member of ETSU's Quillen College of Medicine. Dr. Alfaro Cruz knows listening to her young patients and their families fosters trust. When parents leave her office, she wants them to know they have a loyal ally who will advocate for their child.
Dr. Cruz is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Gastritis, and Indigestion.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 8 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
408 North State Of Franklin Road, Suite 31E, Johnson City, TN 37604
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Cruz has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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.
Office
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Pediatric Gastroenterology
. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Perforation, Pica, Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency, and Eosinophilic Esophagitis.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ligia M. Cruz
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ligia M. Cruz?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ligia M. Cruz by calling their office at 423-431-4946. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ligia M. Cruz a top-rated expert for Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ligia M. Cruz is classified as an Advanced expert for Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency, 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. Ligia M. Cruz specialize in?
While Dr. Ligia M. Cruz is a Pediatric Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), and Gastritis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Ligia M. Cruz participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ligia M. Cruz has published 8 articles and abstracts on conditions like Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency. You can view a list of Dr. Ligia M. Cruz's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ligia M. Cruz accept my insurance?
Dr. Ligia M. Cruz accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 423-431-4946 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency
- Experienced
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- Delayed GrowthDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Delayed Growth.
- GastritisDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Gastritis.
- IndigestionDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Indigestion.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)Dr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).