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Daniel Cruz, MD, PhD

Cardiology

Average rating: 5.0

| 197 ratings | 65 reviews

Star ratings are displayed only for those physicians who participate in UCLA Health’s patient experience survey program and have received a minimum of 30 survey responses.

Cardiovascular Center |

100 Medical Plaza, Suite 630 East, Los Angeles, CA 90095 US

310-825-8816

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Medical Services

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Languages

English

Education

Fellowship

Cardiovascular Disease, UCLA School of Medicine, 2006

Residency

Internal Medicine, UCLA School of Medicine, 2001

Internship

Internal Medicine, UCLA School of Medicine, 2000

Degree

MD, PhD, UCLA School of Medicine, 1999

Locations

West Los Angeles

Cardiovascular Center

100 Medical Plaza, Suite 630 East
Los Angeles, CA 90095 US

310-825-8816

Fax:310-825-9013

Location Details

Hospital Affiliations

Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

757 Westwood Plaza
Los Angeles, CA 90095 US

Medical Services

Transplant Services

Heart Transplant

Heart & Cardiovascular Services

Advanced Heart Failure

Rheumatology

Myositis Care

Insurance

Aetna
Anthem Blue Cross
Blue Shield of California
Centivo
Cigna
First Health
Health Net of California
Interplan (part of HealthSmart)
Medicare Advantage
MultiPlan
UFCM Health System
Prime Health Services
Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
TRICARE
UnitedHealthcare

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Reviews

Overall Rating:

5.0

Star ratings are displayed only for those physicians who participate in UCLA Health’s patient experience survey program and have received a minimum of 30 survey responses.

197 total ratings | 65 reviews

5.0

August 28, 2025

Very thorough explanation

5.0

August 27, 2025

He was excellent as always!

5.0

August 27, 2025

Professional, caring, respectful

5.0

August 26, 2025

Very thorough

5.0

August 25, 2025

Took the time to listen. My wife had passed away only a few days and he was sincerely compassionate

5.0

August 22, 2025

The appointment was on time. Dr Cruz and his assisting physician were excellent in their explanations of my condition. Very pleased with UCLA system.

5.0

August 21, 2025

Patient and thorough in explaining

5.0

August 21, 2025

Kind, thorough, and extremely helpful.

5.0

August 20, 2025

He is a good doctor

5.0

August 20, 2025

He took the time to listen to all my concerns. He was patient and respectful of my reason for being there. He did a thorough examination and assessment of me. I left with a feeling of confidence about all of our discussions. I would highly recommend him.

5.0

August 20, 2025

Dr. Cruz was very thoughtful and spent time to go over my situation. We talked about the options going forward and the different possible outcomes.

5.0

August 20, 2025

I was so impressed with Dr. Cruz.he took his time to explain my health problems. He said he'll do more research on my problems and get back to me for the best way forward. He also took extra time to explain everything to my daughter who came with me.

5.0

August 19, 2025

Dr Cruz is the best.

5.0

August 19, 2025

Great doctor

5.0

August 18, 2025

Great visited with Doctors. It very helpful and understanding my condition and keep it up on my recover.

5.0

August 12, 2025

Excellent

5.0

July 28, 2025

As always, Dr. explained everything and discussed treatment options thoroughly. Wonderful manner. I felt he took my questions seriously and responded fully to my questions and concerned.

5.0

July 24, 2025

He listens to me when I answer his questions and responds to my questions.

5.0

July 23, 2025

We are so happy to have a good and friendly with Dr Cruz!! He is very nice we are loving him so much

5.0

July 23, 2025

Good logical advice and answers

5.0

July 21, 2025

Excellent in every way.

5.0

July 18, 2025

I thought Dr. Cruse was very caring person. He spent sufficient amount of time with me and put my mind at ease. This was my first experience that the Doctor will spent so much time with his patients. I wish we had more Doctors that would do the same.

5.0

July 16, 2025

Professional, listening, caring, serious and thorough.

5.0

July 16, 2025

His so good

5.0

July 16, 2025

So personable

5.0

July 15, 2025

He’s the best. Very concerned and up on all my history.

5.0

July 14, 2025

La paciencia para esplicarme mi condition y lo que puedo aser para megorar mi salud

5.0

July 14, 2025

I thought he was very Dr. Cruz was very insight good

5.0

July 10, 2025

Dr. Cruz is the epitome of 'one who cares' and demonstrates this during our scheduled visits.In tis case he had to evaluate two blood tests that were indicative of something else going on. We trust he will figure it out. We left feeling a bit apprehensive, yet confident in the UCLA team approach. We look forward to hearing the new approach.

5.0

July 10, 2025

Dr. Cruz was wonderful. He listened carefully and answered wisely and kindly.

5.0

July 9, 2025

Dr. Cruz is truly dedicated to his profession. He listens actively applying not only his knowledge.He treat his patients with real caring and commitment to improve their health.

5.0

July 9, 2025

Very good

5.0

July 8, 2025

On time Great doc

5.0

July 8, 2025

Amazing, Dr. Cruz is the absolute best!

5.0

June 2, 2025

Impossible to say enough positive things about Dr Cruz, his staff, and UCLA.

5.0

May 29, 2025

Dr. Daniel Cruz is the most attentive and patient doctor. He respects the patient and talks calmly and the care is amazing! Super professional and dedicated.

5.0

May 29, 2025

Muy bien me sentí confortable creo que es un excelente médico muy amable

5.0

May 28, 2025

Took the time to cover everything and go over next steps. Really appreciate his thoroughness and attention to my complex issues.

5.0

May 28, 2025

Discussed and explained everyrhng in detail. Answered all questions.

5.0

May 28, 2025

DR. CRUZ IS A VERY NICE SOFT SPOKEN PERSON. VERY EASY TO TALK TO. THE BEST BEDSIDE MANNER YOU COULD ASK FOR. HE MAKES YOU FEEL VERY COMFORTABLE WHILE GOING OVER YOUR MEDICAL ISSUES WITH YOU. IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS HE HAS THE ANSWERS.

5.0

May 27, 2025

Dr.Daniel Cruz is an excellent cardiologist. Very well involved in the management of his patients! UCLA is so fortunate to have a physician like him!!!

5.0

May 27, 2025

It was great!

5.0

May 27, 2025

Dr Cruz took his time listening to my concerns and explaining his findings. I like the fact that he’s not in a hurry to get to his other patients but spent an appropriate time speaking to me.

5.0

May 23, 2025

He is the best caring loving knowledgeable doctor I saw.

5.0

May 22, 2025

Dr. Cruz is the best Dr tha I see until I get sick. He took time to explain me about my health, he motivated me to do my best with my health and I feel comfortable and mentally positive after a see him. Thank you Dr. Cruz.

5.0

May 20, 2025

Dr Daniel Cruz is caring and knowledgeable. He is a Good person

5.0

May 20, 2025

Excellent, informative and encouraging. Dr reviewed my care plan with me.

5.0

May 15, 2025

Great

5.0

May 14, 2025

Always an excellent experience with Dr Cruz!

5.0

May 13, 2025

Dr. Cruz is always able to reassure me about health condition concerning my heart. He always reviews the most recent blood test results that I bring for him. Dr. Cruz is very easy to talk to and explains everything in layman terms Excellent Doctor

5.0

May 9, 2025

Outstanding doctor.

5.0

May 9, 2025

Excelente very thoughtful and detailed

5.0

May 7, 2025

Dr. Cruz always provides excellent examinations after thoroughly reviewing all the records. His decision process is carefully thought out and delivered in his usual caring and articulate manner. He is one of the top professionals I have witnessed in my lifetime and I have lived a long life.

5.0

May 6, 2025

Very professional and caring

5.0

May 6, 2025

Awesome as always

5.0

May 6, 2025

Phenomenal doctor. Knowlegeable, attentive, provides personalized care, empathetic, thorough and kind.

5.0

April 30, 2025

As usual all my Doctors treats me with respect and unfiltered Love

5.0

April 29, 2025

Reviewed what I have done since last visit and he is pleased with everything. No concerns and positive review.

5.0

April 29, 2025

Dr. Cruz is always thorough and shows he cares for me as a person; I really appreciate his earnest concern and suggestions for me to improve my overall well being. He is truly a First Class Doctor.

5.0

April 29, 2025

Best imaginable physician

5.0

April 28, 2025

I’m thankful for having an outstanding doctor, great listener , very knowledgeable , so kind, supportive, and concerned giving me time to expressed my complains , he gave me the assurance of caring .

5.0

April 24, 2025

Covered all issues thoroughly and answered my questions.

5.0

April 24, 2025

He was very informative and patient with me, allowing me time to decide about my surgery

5.0

April 22, 2025

Excelente

5.0

April 15, 2025

Dr. Cruz is a wonderful cardiologist. He is very thorough, takes his time with each patient to listen and explain his thinking, and is very caring.

Daniel Cruz, MD, PhD

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Cardiovascular Center

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Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

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