

Edwin Rodriguez-Cruz, MD
Cardiologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Cardiology
270 Convento Street San Juan PR, 00912About
Edwin Rodriguez-Cruz, MD, is a pediatric cardiologist who diagnoses and treats patients at San Jorge Children & Women’s Hospital in San Juan, Puerto Rico. San Jorge Children & Women’s Hospital is the only private pediatric hospital in Puerto Rico and the Caribbean. As a pediatric cardiologist, he specializes in the diagnostic and treatment of diseases and abnormalities of the heart and circulatory system in children. Dr. Rodriguez-Cruz has an impressive professional journey that spans twenty years and has expanse knowledge and unrivaled expertise in all facets of pediatric cardiology.
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San Juan Bautista School of Medicine 1992
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What vitamin deficiency can cause heart palpitations?
Many vitamin deficiencies can cause palpitations. Among the most common are: Vitamin B12, Vitamin D and Vitamin C. All of these can be measured in the blood. A regular daily multivitamin can be helpful to treat this. Also of importance is a balanced diet to keep vitamins and minerals in balance. READ MORE
Can a child get an ECG?
Yes. Any person regardless age, can have an EKG done. READ MORE
Professional Memberships
- American College of Cardiology
- Puerto Rican Society of Cardiology
Fellowships
- Children's Hospital of Michigan Pediatric Cardiology
Internships
- St. Joseph Mercy Hospital
Fellowships
- Children\'s Hospital of Michigan
Professional Society Memberships
- Puerto Rican Society of Cardiology, American College of Cardiology
Articles and Publications
- Dr. Rodriguez-Cruz has written several chapters as both a primary and secondary author. He has taught, lectured and spoken publicly on local, national and international levels.
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Get to know Pediatric Cardiologist Dr. Edwin Rodriguez-Cruz, who serves patients in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Being a renowned pediatric cardiologist and speaker, Dr. Rodriguez-Cruz serves as the Director of the Cardiology Section at San Jorge Children & Women’s Hospital in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
San Jorge Children & Women’s Hospital is the only private pediatric hospital in Puerto Rico and the Caribbean. It has all the sub-specialties requested, which also makes it unique in its class in addition to its specialized units. With more than 200 pediatricians and pediatric subspecialists on staff, San Jorge Children & Women’s Hospital aims to provide high quality care to those who come through their door.
The doctor’s acclaimed career in medicine began in 1992 after he graduated with his medical degree from the San Juan Bautista School of Medicine. Now, with years of experience in his field, he continuously strives to provide his patients with the highest degree of care.
Pediatric cardiologists are pediatricians who specialize in cardiology. They treat diseases and abnormalities of the heart and circulatory system in children. They practice in a variety of medical settings, including children’s hospitals, university medical centers, large community hospitals, as well as private offices throughout the country.
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