Dr. Helion W. Cruz, MD | Gallatin, TN | Neurologist

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Dr. Helion Cruz is a neurologist with three decades of experience treating conditions affecting the nervous system. He earned his medical degree from the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine and completed his residency at Temple University Health System. Dr. Cruz is fluent in both Spanish and English, helping him connect with a diverse patient community.

Dr. Cruz practices at locations in Gallatin and Hermitage and maintains affiliations with Tristar Hendersonville Medical Center and Tristar Summit Medical Center. He focuses on treating patients experiencing weakness and limping, as well as back pain during pregnancy. His approach includes physical therapy and strength training to help patients regain function and mobility. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 on Vitals.

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4.3

80 Ratings
30 years of experience
speaks Spanish, English
Temple University Health System
32 written reviews
1 specialty
20 areas of expertise
1 board certification
2 hospital affiliations
2 office locations
Male

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Dr. Cruz prescribed me two controlled narcotics simultaneously of the same class! Benzodiazepines. He is really a stupid physician. He prescribed me Ativan and Klonopin, thinking I'd try to get them both filled at the same time, violating DEA regulations and being logged on the CSMD. Instead, I am reporting those paper prescriptions (one with refills) to an undisclosed agency. It's he who should be sanctioned, not me! I didn't ask for them. Besides, in Tennessee, you are now allowed to ePrescribe Klonopin and Ativan, but for some reason he chose to give me paper scripts. Now that's tangible evidence.

April 8th, 2019

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Dr. Cruz is very thorough and take the time to address your concerns. He is easy to understand, no fancy medical language. The office staff is very professional.

May 2nd, 2017

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Dr. Cruz and is staff are very professional, understanding, caring and spent quality time with me.

March 6th, 2017

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I was going to Skyline for years because I don't like change. I live here in Hendersonville and this is so close. Dr. Cruz is a very good doctor. I wish I came here a long time ago. He went over things that my PCP missed. I tell everyone about him.

December 6th, 2016

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Dr Cruz and the staff took he time to ask me about my medical history and current conditions while they work on my diagnosis. I have only seen him once to date but was very satisfied with the level of care from Dr Cruz and his entire staff.

November 24th, 2016

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Friendly staff, and I had plenty of time with Dr. Cruz himself, which unfortunately tends to not be the case at doctors anymore. Was very happy with my experience!

October 18th, 2016

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Thank you so much for accepting me as a new patient! I do so appreciate you and your staff for everything you have done to help me through there more of "unknowns " that MS presents. With your and Trisha's help I am now on a "free" medicine program. Physical therapy is going well and my strength is coming back.

October 18th, 2016

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I have been seeing Dr. Cruz for years to manage my migraines and have been very satisfied with the level of care I receive from him and his entire staff. My last visit was with the nurse practitioner Chris Bachuss and I was impressed with his knowledge and willingness to listen to my concerns. He was able to identify the issue I was having and provided me with treatment that quickly resolved it. His nurse and front office staff are equally amazing. Highly recommended!!

October 18th, 2016

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I recommend all of my family and friends to Dr. Cruz! Love him and his friendly staff.

October 17th, 2016

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Dr. Cruz was very patient and listened to my concerns.

October 13th, 2016

Tristar Medical Group

1720 Nashville Pike Ste 100Gallatin, TN 37066

Tel: (615) 230-8601

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 12:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Tristar Summit Medical Center

5655 Frist BlvdHermitage, TN 37076

Tel: (615) 316-3000


Dr. Helion Wilfredo Cruz, MD	Dr. Kenneth J Gaines	Dr. Nandakumar Bangalore-Vittal, MD	Casie S Ramirez
Neurology	Neurology	Neurology	Neurology
	Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients
4.3 (80 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
30 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English	Speaks Spanish, English		Speaks English, Spanish
Gallatin , TN	Nashville , TN	Nashville , TN	Hendersonville , TN
Med School: University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine
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Neurology

Alzheimer's Disease
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Dizziness
Electroencephalography (EEG)
Electromyography
Epilepsy
Headache
Migraine Disorder
Migraine Disorders
Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Neck Pain
Nerve Conduction Studies
Neuromuscular Diseases
Neurosurgery
Parkinson Disease
Primary Headache Disorders
Seizure Disorders
Spinal Disorders
Stroke
Tremor

Dr. Helion Wilfredo Cruz holds an expired medical license in the state of Tennessee.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Tennessee that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Temple University Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine in 1996.

NPI Number

Dr. Cruz's NPI number is 1871579409.

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What languages does Dr. Helion Cruz speak?: Dr. Helion Cruz speaks Spanish and English.

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