Overview
Dr. Riza Elaine Cruz received her medical degree from Texas Tech University. Following this, she completed her residency at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Family Medicine Residency Program.
Dr. Cruz is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Sepsis, Low Potassium Level, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.
Dr. Cruz is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine - Family Medicine. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article.
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Locations
17000 Medical Center Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70816
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Riza E. Cruz
Is Dr. Riza E. Cruz a top-rated expert for Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Riza E. Cruz is classified as an Advanced expert for Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), 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. Riza E. Cruz specialize in?
While Dr. Riza E. Cruz is a Hospital Medicine, they have specific expertise in Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Sepsis, and Low Potassium Level. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hospital Medicine.
Does Dr. Riza E. Cruz accept my insurance?
Dr. Riza E. Cruz accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly 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.
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- Advanced
- Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF)
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- Acute CystitisDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Acute Cystitis.
- Acute Kidney FailureDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Acute Kidney Failure.
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- AnemiaDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- ApoplexyDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Atypical PneumoniaDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Atypical Pneumonia.
- Childhood Iron Deficiency AnemiaDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- COVID-19Dr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about COVID-19.
- EndoscopyDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- Familial HypertensionDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Familial Hypertension.
- GangreneDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Gangrene.
- GastrostomyDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Gitelman SyndromeDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Gitelman Syndrome.
- Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism
- Heart AttackDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Heart Attack.
- Heart FailureDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Heart Failure.
- High Potassium LevelDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about High Potassium Level.
- Hospital-Acquired PneumoniaDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia.
- HypertensionDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Hypertension.
- Hypertensive Heart DiseaseDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Hypertensive Heart Disease.
- Iron Deficiency AnemiaDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Iron Deficiency Anemia.
- Lactic AcidosisDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Lactic Acidosis.
- Low Blood PressureDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Low Blood Pressure.
- Low Potassium LevelDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Low Potassium Level.
- Low Sodium LevelDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Low Sodium Level.
- Lung MetastasesDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Lung Metastases.
- Magnesium DeficiencyDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Magnesium Deficiency.
- Metabolic AcidosisDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Metabolic Acidosis.
- Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C)
- NecrosisDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Necrosis.
- NephrosclerosisDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Nephrosclerosis.
- Pediatric MyocarditisDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Pediatric Myocarditis.
- Peptic UlcerDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Peptic Ulcer.
- PneumoniaDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Pneumonia.
- Pulmonary EdemaDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Edema.
- Pulmonary EmbolismDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Embolism.
- Renovascular HypertensionDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Renovascular Hypertension.
- Respiratory AcidosisDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Respiratory Acidosis.
- SepsisDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Sepsis.
- Sickle Cell DiseaseDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Sickle Cell Disease.
- Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)Dr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)Dr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Urinary Tract Infection (UTI).
- Urinary Tract Infection in ChildrenDr. Cruz isExperienced. Learn about Urinary Tract Infection in Children.