Cristobal J Cruz-Colon, MD
Ophthalmologist - General
Biography
Cristobal Cruz Colon, MD, is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in the medical/surgical treatment and management of all forms of glaucoma. Dr. Cruz Colon believes in working in partnership… Read more ›
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It is incredible how everyone cares about you here. Dr Cruz bedside manners are amazing!…
Summary
Provider Training
| University | Degree | Focus | Graduated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ponce School of Medicine | Doctorate | M.D. | Not Specified |
| Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico | Bachelors Degree | B.S. | Not Specified |
| Institution | Focus | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Residency - University of Puerto Rico | Ophthalmology | Not Specified |
Experience & Accolades
| Role | Organization | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Member | Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society | Present |
| Professional Member | Alpha Chi National College Honors Scholarship Society | Present |
| Professional Member | Christian Medical and Dental Society | Present |
| Professional Member | American Academy of Ophthalmology | Present |
| Professional Member | Christian Ophthalmology Society | Present |
| Professional Member | Pan American Ophthalmology Society | Present |
| Distinction | Institution | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Fellow of the Year Award | Wills Eye Institute in Philadelphia |
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Specialties
Languages Spoken
EnglishMedical Specialties
- Ophthalmologist
Accepts New Patients: Yes
Cruz-Colon specializes in treating the following types of patients:
- Adults
- Children and Pre-Teens
- Teens and Young Adults
Medical Philosophy: Traditional Medicine
Payment Options
Payment DetailsReviews
Number of Reviews: 7
Most Recent Review: 09/28/2018
Office & Staff Evaluation
Provider Evaluation
Review by
Eloy R.
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September 28, 2018
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Center For Excellence In Eye Care - 8940 North Kendall Drive Suite 400E
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- Average Wait Time 21 to 30 minutes
“Happy office”
It is incredible how everyone cares about you here. Dr Cruz bedside manners are amazing!
Review by
B. S.
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September 21, 2018
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Center For Excellence In Eye Care - 8940 North Kendall Drive Suite 400E
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- Average Wait Time 31 minutes or more
“Amazing experience”
The office and Dr were very accomdating!
Review by
Buchanan J.
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September 11, 2018
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Center For Excellence In Eye Care - 8940 North Kendall Drive Suite 400E
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- Average Wait Time 11 to 20 minutes
“Dr Cruz is great!”
I was just impressed with the amount of time he took with me even when you have so many people in staff, i did not expect that the Dr would spend so much time with me.
Review by
V. C.
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September 07, 2018
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Center For Excellence In Eye Care - 8940 North Kendall Drive Suite 400E
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“Dr Cruz is amazing”
Dr Cruz attention is excellent in every moment and is very professional and delicate! The office staff is also very helful and so efficient!
Review by
D. C.
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September 25, 2018
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Center For Excellence In Eye Care - 8940 North Kendall Drive Suite 400E
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“excellent”
thank you to Dr Cruz and staff for your attention and dediation to my eye health.
Review by
Anonymous
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September 21, 2018
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Center For Excellence In Eye Care - 8940 North Kendall Drive Suite 400E
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Ease of Getting an Appointment
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- Average Wait Time 21 to 30 minutes
“dr cruz is awesome”
thank you for your attentiveness
Review by
Anonymous
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September 11, 2018
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Center For Excellence In Eye Care - 8940 North Kendall Drive Suite 400E
Office & Staff Evaluation
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Ease of Getting an Appointment
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Courtesy of Practice Staff
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Appearance & Atmosphere of Office
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Handling of Billing & Insurance
- Average Wait Time 31 minutes or more
“Dr Cruz is excellent”
I am very content with all office staff and doctors at the west kendall office!!!! Especially Dr. Cruz!!! He is a very professional Dr with excellent attention with his patients.
Locations
Affiliated Practices
San Cristobal Diagnostic & Therapy Group
314 Torre San CristobalCoto Laurel, PR 00780
Procedures & Services
Procedures & Treatments Offered
- Canaloplasty (new Glaucoma Treatment)
- Deep sclerectomy
- Endocyclophotocoagulation
- Ex-Press™ shunts
- Glaucoma
- Tube shunts
Commonly Prescribed Medications
- As needed
Billing Policies & Payment Options
Cristobal J Cruz-Colon, MD accepts the following payment methods:- Care Credit
- Discover
- American Express
- Mastercard
- Visa
- Personal Check
- Cash
More info: We accept Credit Cards, Cash, Care Credit, and Checks.
Offers Financing/Payment Plans?: Yes
Bills on a Sliding Scale?: Unknown
Accepted Insurance
Accepted Insurance
Please call the office to verify.
Aetna; Avmed; Baptist International; Beech Street PPO; Blue Cross Blue Shield BCBS PPO; Cigna PPO; Champus Tricare Prime; Champus Tricare Standard; Choice Care Network PPO; Coventry Health PPO; Dimensions PPO; GEHA; Great-West; Humana PPO; Humana Medicare PPO; Humana Commercial; Humana Medicare HMO; Humana Military Tricare prime; Humana Military Tricare Standard; JMH Health through Avmed; Medica HMO; Medicare; Multiplan PPO; Preferred Medical; Preferred Care Partners; Private Healthcare Systems PHCS; PHN; PPO One; Simply Health; Southcare PPO
Comment - “ Happy office ”
It is incredible how everyone cares about you here. Dr Cruz bedside manners are amazing!