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Dr. Michael Cruz, MD

Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery*MaleAge 60

Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery*

Dr. Michael Cruz, MD is an otolaryngology-head and neck surgery specialist in Spokane, WA and has over 28 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin in 1995. He is affiliated with Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. Michael Cruz, MD

Practice

217 W Cataldo Ave Spokane, WA 99201
Telehealth services available
Telehealth services available

Accepting new patients

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  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
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  • Good Communication
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Dr. Cruz's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cruz

4.3

47 ratings, 32 with a written review
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Todd – Apr 12, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Judi – Jan 22, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Steven Driver – Aug 04, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Lawrence – Oct 01, 2019
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Karen Leifker – Sep 02, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Felix Roman in Spokane, WA – Jun 20, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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J bolin in Addy, WA – Jun 11, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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spokane, WA – Feb 12, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Carl Burke in Spokane, WA – Jan 26, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Ron in spokane valley, WA – Dec 11, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Trevor in Spokane, WA – Nov 08, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Brittney Lyons in Colville, WA – Aug 17, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Chris in SPOKANE – Mar 26, 2018
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Spokane – Feb 24, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Ann Frunk in Spokane – Jan 12, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Jan 09, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Spokane, WA – Jul 18, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Sharon Etheridge in Spokane, WA – Jun 01, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Rene Olson in Spokane, WA – Mar 21, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Nicky Savage in Spokane, WA – Mar 11, 2017
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About Me

Care Philosophy

I find every patient very interesting.  Their medical story is unique, and will be thoughtfully, individually, and thoroughly evaluated.  Ear,...Read more

Biography

Dr. Michael J. Cruz is Board Certified in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck surgery, and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He trained...Read more

Specialties*

  • Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
  • Rhinology
  • Sleep Medicine Otolaryngology
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat
  • Otolaryngic Allergy

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

Board Certifications

American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

Med College Of Wisc Affil Hospital

Residency Hospital, 2000

Medical College of Wisc Affil Hospital

Residency Hospital, 2000

Medical College of Wisconsin

Internship Hospital, 1996

Medical College of Wisconsin

Medical School, 1995

Eastern Washington University

Undergraduate School, 1986

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    What is Dr. Michael Cruz, MD's office address?

    Dr. Cruz's office is located at 217 W Cataldo Ave, Spokane, WA 99201. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

    Locations

    Practice

    Columbia Surgery Center217 W Cataldo Ave Spokane, WA 99201
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    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Directions

    Practice

    Office9922 N Nevada St Spokane, WA 99218
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    Incyte Pathology Sacred Heart Medical Cntr Branch101 W 8th Ave Spokane, WA 99204
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    Practice

    Multicare Deaconess Hospital800 W 5th Ave Spokane, WA 99204
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    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: closed
      • Tue: closed
      • Wed: closed
      • Thu: closed
      • Fri: closed
      • Sat: closed
      • Sun: closed
    • Directions

    Affiliated Hospitals

    Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center

    101 W 8th Ave
    Spokane, WA 99204
    Recipient of 9
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

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