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Dr. Desiree Ortiz-Cruz, MD

Dr. Desiree Ortiz-Cruz, MD

Neurology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Desiree Ortiz-Cruz, MD is a neurologist in Lawton, OK and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University San Juan in 1983. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as IU Health Bloomington Hospital and Comanche County Memorial Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Practice

2701 SW A Ave Lawton, OK 73505
(580) 248-1004

Dr. Ortiz-Cruz is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Ortiz-Cruz specializes in the area of Neurology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Ortiz-Cruz's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ortiz-Cruz

4.7

14 ratings, 8 with a written review
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Linda Adams – Jul 02, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
Helpful
Tina Rice – Aug 16, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Sherry Sims – Oct 02, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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SV – Jun 12, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Jun 23, 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
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Amanda in Lawton, OK – Nov 11, 2017
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Your Majesty in Lawton, OK – Sep 22, 2016
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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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
david in Duncan, OK – Mar 18, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Desiree Ortiz-Cruz, MD is a neurologist in Lawton, OK and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University San Juan in 1983. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as IU Health Bloomington Hospital and Comanche County Memorial Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

  • Neurology

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  • Jackson Memorial Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1987

  • Va Hosp-u Pr

    Internship Hospital, 1984

  • University San Juan

    Medical School, 1983
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Neurology
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Dr. Ortiz-Cruz is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Ascension St. John Medical Center

      1923 S Utica Ave
      Tulsa, OK 74104

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

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback

    • IU Health Bloomington Hospital

      2651 E Discovery Pkwy
      Bloomington, IN 47408
      Recipient of 6
      hospital awards

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

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      77%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Comanche County Memorial Hospital

      3401 W Gore Blvd
      Lawton, OK 73505

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

      82%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% lower than the national average

      74%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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