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Dr. Nestor Cruz Jr, MD

Dr. Nestor Cruz Jr, MD

Vascular Surgery*
35+ years of experience
(704) 612-6383

Dr. Nestor Cruz Jr, MD is a vascular surgeon in Salisbury, NC and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Cruz Jr has extensive experience in Carotid Artery Disease or Carotid Endarterectomy. He graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in 1989. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (10 reviews)
(704) 612-6383
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401 Mocksville Ave # 2
Salisbury, NC 28144

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Novant Health Heart & Vascular Institute - Salisbury401 Mocksville Ave # 2 Salisbury, NC 28144
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(704) 612-6383

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise • Dr. Cruz Jr specializes in the area of General Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well • Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth • This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Recent Reviews • Reviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews

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Dr. Cruz Jr's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cruz Jr

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10 ratings, 3 with a written review
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Reviews Nestor Cruz Reviews Nestor Cruz Jr., MD Google review summary 5 4 3 2 1 4.0 (4) Reviews Sort by Most relevant Newest Highest Lowest Ashley Daniels 8 reviews·1 photo Absolutely no bedside manner. No professionalism. He could not explain to me WHY I didn't have a condition I had been previously diagnosed with. Just kept repeating words over and over. Told me I'd have "deal with" what's going on for the … More Gail Gurley 23 reviews·1 photo a week ago New Dr. Cruz is kind, compassionate and an expert doctor. He performed triple A major surgery and I was able to go home the very next day without going to ICU. His skills are excellent and unsurpassed. I was blessed to be in his care. He is truly wonderful and gifted. Nestor Cruz Jr., MD (Owner) 2 weeks ago Gail Gurley, thank you for taking the time to leave us a 5-star rating on your recent visit to Nestor Cruz Jr., MD. -Novant Health Social Response Team Cyndi Amos 5 reviews a week ago New I’m so disgusted with this physician! Bedside manner is absolutely unacceptable. A family member went for a consult with him seeking help and possible vascular surgery, he yelled at and upset her which in turn upset me. I don’t care how … More joe carter 11 reviews a week ago New Dr. Cruz does excellent work. Would highly recommend him to anyone. Nestor Cruz Jr., MD (Owner) a week ago Thank you for the wonderful review of Nestor Cruz Jr., MD! -Novant Health Social Response Team Reviews Nestor Cruz Jr., MD Google review summary 5 4 3 2 1 4.0 (4) Reviews Sort by Most relevant Newest Highest Lowest Ashley Daniels 8 reviews·1 photo Absolutely no bedside manner. No professionalism. He could not explain to me WHY I didn't have a condition I had been previously diagnosed with. Just kept repeating words over and over. Told me I'd have "deal with" what's going on for the … More Gail Gurley 23 reviews·1 photo a week ago New Dr. Cruz is kind, compassionate and an expert doctor. He performed triple A major surgery and I was able to go home the very next day without going to ICU. His skills are excellent and unsurpassed. I was blessed to be in his care. He is truly wonderful and gifted. Nestor Cruz Jr., MD (Owner) 2 weeks ago Gail Gurley, thank you for taking the time to leave us a 5-star rating on your recent visit to Nestor Cruz Jr., MD. -Novant Health Social Response Team Cyndi Amos 5 reviews a week ago New I’m so disgusted with this physician! Bedside manner is absolutely unacceptable. A family member went for a consult with him seeking help and possible vascular surgery, he yelled at and upset her which in turn upset me. I don’t care how … More joe carter 11 reviews a week ago New Dr. Cruz does excellent work. Would highly recommend him to anyone. Nestor Cruz Jr., MD (Owner) a week ago Thank you for the wonderful review of Nestor Cruz Jr., MD! -Novant Health Social Response Team Ashley Daniels 8 reviews·1 photo just now New Absolutely no bedside manner. No professionalism. He could not explain to me WHY I didn't have a condition I had been previously diagnosed with. Just kept repeating words over and over. Told me I'd have "deal with" what's going on for the rest of my life. I've never been talked down to by a medical professional ever in my life. If I could have gotten some reasoning or a WHY, maybe I wouldn't have been so upset when I left that office. I will never be back. Do not recommend this man at all. Very rude and unprofessional.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Ashley – Apr 11, 2025
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Most excellent caring doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Rosa Perez Beam in NC – Aug 18, 2018
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Terrible doctor. Avoid as if your life depends on it! Because it does! He treated me father in preparing for kidney dialysis and my father was never able to use that arm for dialysis. Instead they had to use a stint through his chest. The arm that Dr Cruz operated on is as big as a tree limb and his hand looks like a call to catcher mitt. The doctor seems lost and confused. Get a better doctor.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Wish it had a second opinion. in High Point, NC – Oct 31, 2017
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Dr. Nestor Cruz Jr, MD is a vascular surgeon in Salisbury, NC and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Cruz Jr has extensive experience in Carotid Artery Disease or Carotid Endarterectomy. He graduated from University of Texas...read more

  • Vascular Surgery

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  • E A Conway Medical Center|university Of Ar College Of Med

    Residency Hospital

  • University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

    Medical School, 1989
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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