4.8
412 Ratings with 406 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Raul Cruz specializes in pulmonology, critical care medicine, and sleep medicine, bringing 26 years of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of the Philippines College of Medicine and completed his internal medicine residency at Mount Sinai St. Luke's Department of Internal Medical Residencies in 2005. Dr. Cruz furthered his training with a fellowship in pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine at Mount Sinai St. Luke's and Mount Sinai West, which he completed in 2008. He is fluent in English.
Dr. Cruz practices at Providence South Sound Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine in Olympia, Washington, and holds an affiliation with Spartanburg Regional Medical Center. His expertise includes treating patients with COPD, chronic bronchitis, and chronic lung disease. He performs essential diagnostic procedures such as CT scans of the chest and pulmonary function testing to evaluate lung health and breathing patterns. Patients have given Dr. Cruz an …average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in his comprehensive respiratory care.
Read More Read less Dr. Cruz practices at Providence South Sound Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine in Olympia, Washington, and holds an affiliation with Spartanburg Regional Medical Center. His expertise includes treating patients with COPD, chronic bronchitis, and chronic lung disease. He performs essential diagnostic procedures such as CT scans of the chest and pulmonary function testing to evaluate lung health and breathing patterns. Patients have given Dr. Cruz an …average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in his comprehensive respiratory care.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 26 years of experience
- 30 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Mount Sinai St Lukes and MS West Pulmonary CC and Sleep Medical Fellowship
- 406 written reviews
- 1 award
- 4 specialties
- 4 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Awards
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Office Location
Providence South Sound Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine
500 Lilly Rd NE Ste 204Olympia, WA 98506 Tel: (360) 413-8272
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| Dr. Raul Manuel Buenaflor Cruz, MD | Dr. Barry Jerome Weled, MD | Dr. Austin Charles Lampert, MD | Dr. Justin Matthew Fuehrer, DO |
| Pulmonology | Critical Care Medicine | Critical Care Medicine | Other |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 26 Years of Experience | 55 Years of Experience | 13 Years of Experience | |
| Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | |||
| Olympia , WA | University Place , WA | Olympia , WA | Tacoma , WA |
| Med School: University of the Philippines College of Medicine | Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine | Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Raul Manuel Buenaflor Cruz
Medical Specialties
Dr. Raul Manuel Buenaflor Cruz has the following 4 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Raul Manuel Buenaflor Cruz has the following 4 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
26 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Washington, 2027, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Fellowship
Mount Sinai St Lukes and MS West Pulmonary CC and Sleep Medical Fellowship2008
Residency
Mount Sinai St Lukes Department of Int Medical Residencies2005
Medical School
University of the Philippines College of MedicineGraduated in 2000
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