Overview
I take a patientcentric approach to care, prioritizing the patient's understanding and wishes when developing diagnosis and treatment plans. I explain complex medical issues and therapies in simple, nonmedical terms using everyday examples, empowering patients to actively participate in their healthcare decisions.Having the ability to make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives—whether by preventing serious conditions or guiding them through challenging health situations—gives me a profound sense of purpose and reward.My passion for cardiology began while making rounds with my father and grew through mentorship during residency. I was drawn to the field by the opportunity to provide lifesaving treatments and continuity of care, offering support in both clinic and hospital settings. I specialize in Interventional Cardiology, with a focus on treating complex coronary artery blockages and utilizing advanced heart support devices.
Dr. Cruz is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Atrial Fibrillation, Angina, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement.
Dr. Cruz is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine (2007), Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine (2002), and American Board Of Internal Medicine (2005). Dr. Cruz is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
1818 North Meade Street, Appleton, WI 54911
ThedaCare Cardiovascular CareAppleton
Patients find that I am an approachable provider who possesses all the uptodate clinical skills and expertise to manage their care. I am also a teacher who loves to teach, an academic leader who welcomes innovations and clinical trials, and a friend and a neighbor who lives and works in the same community as my patients. I am devoted and invested in the success of our hospital, families and community. Every patient is unique, and I tailor care to meet each patient’s needs, working to resolve their symptoms and improve their quality of life. I come from a family of physicians, all living in the United States. My father is an oncologist, my mother is a family physician, my older brother is an orthopedic surgeon, and my sister is in dentistry. My wife is also a physician. Teaching and improving the field of cardiovascular care has been a big part of my career. I recently served as director of arrhythmia services at Omaha VA Medical Center and as an assistant professor in the school of medicine at Creighton University. I worked to revolutionize arrhythmia care for veterans by revamping and revitalizing my clinical division at Omaha VA Medical Center. Dr. Parvez is highly rated in 52 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Ectopic Heartbeat, Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), Familial Ventricular Tachycardia, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Parvez is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine (2018), American Board Of Internal Medicine (2021), and Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine (2011). Dr. Parvez is currently accepting new patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Richard S. Cruz
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Richard S. Cruz?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Richard S. Cruz by calling their office at 920-731-8900. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Richard S. Cruz a top-rated expert for Coronary Heart Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Richard S. Cruz is classified as an Distinguished expert for Coronary Heart Disease, 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. Richard S. Cruz specialize in?
While Dr. Richard S. Cruz is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Coronary Heart Disease, Atrial Fibrillation, and Angina. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.
Does Dr. Richard S. Cruz accept my insurance?
Dr. Richard S. Cruz accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 920-731-8900 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
- Distinguished
- Coronary Heart DiseaseDr. Cruz isDistinguished. Learn about Coronary Heart Disease.
- Advanced
- AnginaDr. Cruz isAdvanced. Learn about Angina.
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Cruz isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Cruz isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- ApoplexyDr. Cruz isAdvanced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- ArrhythmiasDr. Cruz isAdvanced. Learn about Arrhythmias.
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Cruz isAdvanced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- AtherosclerosisDr. Cruz isAdvanced. Learn about Atherosclerosis.
- Atrial FibrillationDr. Cruz isAdvanced. Learn about Atrial Fibrillation.
- Atrial Septal Defect (ASD)Dr. Cruz isAdvanced. Learn about Atrial Septal Defect (ASD).
- FaintingDr. Cruz isAdvanced. Learn about Fainting.
- Familial Ventricular Tachycardia
- Heart AttackDr. Cruz isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Attack.
- Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST)
- NecrosisDr. Cruz isAdvanced. Learn about Necrosis.
- Patent Foramen OvaleDr. Cruz isAdvanced. Learn about Patent Foramen Ovale.
- Pediatric MyocarditisDr. Cruz isAdvanced. Learn about Pediatric Myocarditis.
- VasculitisDr. Cruz isAdvanced. Learn about Vasculitis.
- Experienced
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)Dr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA).
- Adenosine Deaminase 2 DeficiencyDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency.
- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy
- Arterial InsufficiencyDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Insufficiency.
- Atrial TachycardiaDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Tachycardia.
- Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT)
- Bidirectional TachycardiaDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Bidirectional Tachycardia.
- CardiomyopathyDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Cardiomyopathy.
- Carotid Artery DiseaseDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Carotid Artery Disease.
- Catecholaminergic Polymorphic Ventricular Tachycardia
- Cor PulmonaleDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Cor Pulmonale.
- Degos DiseaseDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Degos Disease.
- Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)Dr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM).
- Ectopic HeartbeatDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Ectopic Heartbeat.
- EndoscopyDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Familial Neurocardiogenic SyncopeDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope.
- Familial Progressive Cardiac Conduction Defect
- Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism
- Heart FailureDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Heart Failure.
- Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF)
- Heart MurmursDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Heart Murmurs.
- Heart Valve RepairDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Heart Valve Repair.
- High CholesterolDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about High Cholesterol.
- His Bundle TachycardiaDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about His Bundle Tachycardia.
- HypertensionDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Hypertension.
- Hypertensive Heart DiseaseDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Hypertensive Heart Disease.
- Low Blood PressureDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Low Blood Pressure.
- Metabolic SyndromeDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Metabolic Syndrome.
- Mitral StenosisDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Mitral Stenosis.
- Mitral Valve RegurgitationDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Mitral Valve Regurgitation.
- Multifocal Atrial TachycardiaDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Multifocal Atrial Tachycardia.
- Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT)
- PericarditisDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Pericarditis.
- Peripheral Artery DiseaseDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Peripheral Artery Disease.
- Pulmonary EdemaDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Edema.
- Pulmonary EmbolismDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Embolism.
- Pulmonary HypertensionDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Hypertension.
- Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive DiseaseDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease.
- Saddle Pulmonary EmbolismDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Saddle Pulmonary Embolism.
- Sick Sinus SyndromeDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Sick Sinus Syndrome.
- Thoracic Aortic AneurysmDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm.
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
- Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)Dr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA).
- Ventricular TachycardiaDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Ventricular Tachycardia.