Ruy J. Cruz
Expertise in
2
conditions
Expertise in
2
conditions
3459 5th Avenue, Montefiore, 7 South, 
Pittsburgh, PA 

Overview

Ruy Cruz is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Dr. Cruz is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Cancer, Malabsorption, Protein Deficiency, Small Bowel Resection, and Liver Transplant.

Dr. Cruz is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 49 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Cruz is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Transplant Surgery

Licenses

Surgery in PA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Surgery

Fellowships

Beneficencia Portuguesa Hospital

Hospital Affiliations

Magee Womens Hospital Of Upmc Health System
Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside
Upmc Passavant
Upmc Mercy

Languages Spoken

English
Italian
Portuguese
Spanish

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Avalon Health Care
  • MEDICARE PDP
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
CareSource
  • HMO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Gateway Health Plan
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Geisinger
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Health First
  • HMO
  • POS
Health Partners Plans
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medical Mutual
  • HMO
  • PPO
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Network Health
  • HMO
PA Health and Wellness
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
The Health Plan
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
UPMC
  • EPO
  • PPO
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Starzl Transplantation Institute - UPMC Transplant Services
3459 5th Avenue, Montefiore, 7 South, Pittsburgh, PA 15213

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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Pittsburgh, PA 
 (0.1 miles away)
Languages Spoken:
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Amit Tevar, MD, is the surgical director of the Kidney and Pancreas Transplant Program at UPMC and is certified in multi-organ transplantation and hepatobiliary by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Tevar received his medical degree from the University of Missouri School of Medicine and completed his residency in general surgery at Indiana University School of Medicine where he served as chief resident. He completed his fellowship in multi-organ transplant surgery at the University of Chicago and the University of Cincinnati. Dr. Tevar is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Kidney Transplant, and Liver Transplant. Dr. Tevar is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Tevar is currently accepting new patients.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ruy J. Cruz

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ruy J. Cruz?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Ruy J. Cruz by calling their office at 412-663-6230. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Ruy J. Cruz a top-rated expert for Small Bowel Resection?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ruy J. Cruz is classified as an Distinguished expert for Small Bowel Resection, 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. Ruy J. Cruz specialize in?

While Dr. Ruy J. Cruz is a Transplant Surgery, they have specific expertise in Small Bowel Resection, Liver Transplant, and Hernia Surgery. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Transplant Surgery.

Does Dr. Ruy J. Cruz participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Ruy J. Cruz has published 49 articles and abstracts on conditions like Small Bowel Resection. You can view a list of Dr. Ruy J. Cruz's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Ruy J. Cruz accept my insurance?

Dr. Ruy J. Cruz accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Avalon Health Care. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-663-6230 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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