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Dulce Cruz-Oliver

Dulce Cruz-Oliver, MD

Internal Medicine

Hospice and Palliative Care

Accepting New Patients
4.9 of 5 stars51 ratings, 24 reviews
Johns Hopkins Affiliations:
  • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty

Languages

  • Spanish
  • English

14 Insurances Accepted

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Gender

Female

About Dulce Cruz-Oliver

Primary Academic Title

Assistant Professor of Medicine

Background

Dr. Dulce Cruz-Oliver is an assistant professor of medicine at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Her areas of clinical expertise include internal medicine, geriatrics and palliative medicine.  

She earned her M.D. from the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine. She completed her residency in internal medicine at University District Hospital and performed a fellowship at Saint Louis University Hospital. Dr. Cruz-Oliver joined the Johns Hopkins faculty in 2017.

Additional Academic Titles

Assistant Professor of Oncology

Locations

  1. Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center
    • 601 North Caroline Street, Floor 8, Baltimore, MD 21287
    • Skip Viragh Outpatient Cancer Center
      • 201 North Broadway Street, Viragh BLDG 5th FL, Baltimore, MD 21287
      • Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
        • 5505 Hopkins Bayview Circle, John R. Burton Pavilion Building Level 02, Baltimore, MD 21224
        • Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville
          • 10751 Falls Road, Falls Concourse STE 250, Lutherville, MD 21093

          Expertise

          Education

          SSM Health Saint Louis University

          Fellowship, Geriatric Medicine and Gerontology, 2009

          University of Puerto Rico Medical Sciences

          Residency, Internal Medicine, 2008

          University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine

          Medical Education, MD, 2005

          Board Certifications

          Hospice and Palliative Medicine

          American Board of Internal Medicine, 2023

          Geriatric Medicine

          American Board of Internal Medicine, 2021

          Internal Medicine

          American Board of Internal Medicine, 2019

          Insurance

          Johns Hopkins providers accept various commercial health insurance plans. However, they may not be included in all of an insurance company's plans or offerings. This may include Exchange, Medicaid, Medicare, and specific limited benefit plans. Exceptions to participation also exist based on your employer’s benefits package and the provider's location or specialty. Please contact your insurer directly to make sure your doctor is covered by your plan. For more details, please review our Insurance Information.
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          • Aetna
          • CareFirst
          • Cigna
          • First Health
          • Geisinger Health Plan
          • HealthSmart/Accel
          • Humana
          • Johns Hopkins Health Plans
          • MultiPlan
          • Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
          • Point Comfort Underwriters
          • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
          • UnitedHealthcare
          • Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)

          Ratings & Reviews

          4.9 out of 5

          51 ratings, 24 reviews

          The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

          Overall Rating by Patient
          Average provider Overall Rating by Patient rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
          Provider Listened Carefully
          Average provider Provider Listened Carefully rating 5 out of 5 stars
          Provider Explained Things Clearly
          Average provider Provider Explained Things Clearly rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
          Provider Knew Medical History
          Average provider Provider Knew Medical History rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
          Provider Showed Respect
          Average provider Provider Showed Respect rating 5 out of 5 stars
          Provider Spent Enough Time
          Average provider Provider Spent Enough Time rating 5 out of 5 stars
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            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 12/18/2024

            Dr. Cruz Oliver is thorough in her questioning and provides solutions to all perceived problems.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 12/11/2024

            She is very good and she takes her time and she listens to what you have to say

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 12/9/2024

            My husband has Alzheimer's and is comfortable with Dr Cruz

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 11/26/2024

            Very good and thorough

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 11/4/2024

            Dr. Cruz has been a caring and concerned Dr and listens to me thoroughly and cares very much about her patience. Without her. I don't know what I would do.Thank you

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 10/30/2024

            Dr. Cruz is very caring and she listens to me

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 10/29/2024

            Excellent

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 10/29/2024

            She is caring and includes me in decision making

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 10/23/2024

            I am continually impressed with Dr. Cruz-Oliver's attention to detail, thorough follow-up on issues we have previously discussed, and listening skills.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 10/16/2024

            Ms. Cruz is good ,she's an amazing doctor, always concerned about my heath and well being

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 9/20/2024

            Excellent

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 9/20/2024

            Dr. Cruz-Oliver is an excellent doctor who I believe truly cares for me.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 8/28/2024

            Very thorough. Got a referral I needed the same day. I couldn't have a better primary physician!

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 8/12/2024

            The provider frequently asked for my opinion, outlook and experience.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 7/24/2024

            Dr. Cruz is the best. Very personable and hands on.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 6/26/2024

            Dr. Cruz-Oliver is always very meticulous about checking all areas of my health.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 6/21/2024

            Dr. Cruz-Oliver is always very thorough in taking history and performing physical exam, is fully engaged during my visit with her, and follows up on all outstanding issues that we have discussed. She is kind, nonjudgmental, and encouraging.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 6/21/2024

            She is one of the best doctors I have ever had.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 6/17/2024

            I feel very comfortable knowing that Dr. Cruz is working to help me with my condition. She really cares about her patients. She brought together other doctors to help with my situation. Thank you, Dr. Cruz.

            4 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 6/3/2024

            Seemed to genuinely care about me as a patient and is willing to help me with my situation.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 5/20/2024

            Very compassionate. Very knowledgeable.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 5/8/2024

            Excellent doctor showed interest in my health and providing the best treatment.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 4/8/2024

            Great

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 3/27/2024

            Dr. Cruz is very patient and responds to my concerns no matter how small.