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Dr. Surindra Mitruka, MD

Dr. Surindra Mitruka, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Surindra Mitruka, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Santa Cruz, CA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College in 1991. He is affiliated with medical facilities Palomar Medical Center Escondido and Palomar Medical Center Poway. He is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 7 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (7 reviews)

Practice

2025 Soquel Ave Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Make an Appointment

(831) 458-6288

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Mitruka specializes in the area of Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Practices at Highly Recommended Hospital
    Patients recommend this hospital to family and friends. • See hospitals
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Dr. Mitruka's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Mitruka

4.4

7 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Michael S Wolfes – Jul 03, 2023
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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
1 person found this helpful
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S.W. – Jun 30, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Matthew Hejazi in San Diego, CA – Oct 11, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Surin Mitruka received his medical degree from Thomas Jefferson University. After completing his residency and internship at the University of Pittsburgh, Dr. Mitruka went on to complete his cardiothoracic fellowship at the University of California,...read more

  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

  • Cardiology

  • Thoracic Surgery

  • General Surgery

  • Vascular Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of California San Diego Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1999

  • University Pittsburgh

    Internship Hospital, 1992

  • Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College

    Medical School, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Thoracic Surgery®
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Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Santa Cruz Medical Clinic Inc2025 Soquel Ave Santa Cruz, CA 95062
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Palomar Medical Center Escondido

    2185 Citracado Pkwy
    Escondido, CA 92029
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Palomar Medical Center Poway

    15615 Pomerado Rd
    Poway, CA 92064
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    72%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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