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Dr. Merle Cruz, MD

Dr. Merle Cruz, MD

Cardiology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Merle Cruz, MD is a cardiologist in Jersey City, NJ and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery in 1976. She is affiliated with Staten Island University Hospital. She is accepting telehealth appointments.

5 Star Rating
Based on 3 reviews 5 Star Rating (3 reviews)

Practice

268 Saint Pauls Ave Jersey City, NJ 07306
Telehealth available
(201) 653-7533

At a Glance

  • 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.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Coronary Intervention Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Cruz's Reviews

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5.0

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About Me

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Dr. Merle Cruz, MD is a cardiologist in Jersey City, NJ and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery in 1976. She is affiliated with Staten Island University Hospital. She is accepting telehealth appointments.

  • Cardiology

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  • University Of Santo Tomas Faculty Of Medicine And Surgery

    Medical School, 1976
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Locations

Practice

Office268 Saint Pauls Ave Jersey City, NJ 07306
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Staten Island University Hospital

    475 Seaview Ave
    Staten Island, NY 10305
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Coronary Intervention Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery and heart valve surgery

    Cardiac Surgery Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery and heart valve surgery

    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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