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Summary
Dr. De La Cruz graduated from the Tulane University School of Medicine,Tulane University School of Medicine in 2000. She works in Baton Rouge, LA and specializes in Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine. Dr. De La Cruz is affiliated with Glenwood Regional Medical Center and University Medical Center New Orleans.
Quick Facts
- 26 years of experience
- speaks French, Spanish
- Tulane University School Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 14 areas of expertise
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
- Female
Office Location
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| Dr. Paula Vanessa Backe De La Cruz, MD | Dr. Lindsay Legnon, MD | Dr. Nina Jaffarzad, MD | Eleanor Allen Parrish APRN, PMHNP-BC, FNP-C |
| Psychiatry | Psychiatry | Psychiatry | Psychiatry |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 26 Years of Experience | 23 Years of Experience | 13 Years of Experience | 10 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks French, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| Baton Rouge , LA | Jacksonville , FL | Metairie , LA | Prairieville , LA |
| Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine | Med School: Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center | Med School: American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine | Med School: Post-Master's certificate as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Paula Vanessa Backe De La Cruz
Medical Specialties
Dr. Paula Vanessa Backe De La Cruz has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Paula Vanessa Backe De La Cruz has the following 14 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
26 Years Experience
Dr. Paula Vanessa Backe De La Cruz holds an expired medical license in the state of Louisiana.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Louisiana that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Tulane University School Of Medicine in 2001 and Tulane University School Of Medicine in 2000.
NPI Number
Dr. De La Cruz's NPI number is 1114088697.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Dr. Paula De La Cruz accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Paula De La Cruz has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- What languages does Dr. Paula De La Cruz speak?
- Dr. Paula De La Cruz speaks French and Spanish.
- Is Dr. Paula De La Cruz accepting new patients?
- Dr. Paula De La Cruz has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Where is Dr. Paula De La Cruz's office located?
- Dr. Paula De La Cruz's office is located at 3975 Oneal Ln Ste B, Baton Rouge, LA, 70816.
- Does Dr. Paula De La Cruz accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Paula De La Cruz accepts on their Vitals profile.
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