Dr. Leonardo R. Rodriguez-Cruz, M.D. is originally from New York City. He graduated from both New York Ivy League institutions he completed his neurosurgical training at a third, the University of Pennsylvania. He went on to serve in the US Army as a neurosurgeon with postings around the world. A national search led him to Middle Tennessee where he has honed his clinical skills in a very busy practice.
Dr. Leonardo R. Rodriguez-Cruz, M.D. is originally from New York City. He graduated from both New York Ivy League institutions he completed his neurosurgical training at a third, the University of Pennsylvania. He went on to serve in the US Army as a neurosurgeon with postings around the world. A national search led him to Middle Tennessee where he has honed his clinical skills in a very busy practice.
The reviews listed below were collected independently of Neurosurgical Associates, P.C. through rater8. Each review represents an authentic and verified patient experience.
I am a physician, retired, with significant issues in my legs. He has opted to do more studies to assess my problem. So far so good. I think his approach is valid.
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
He did an excellent job on my neck C1 to T2. It was a very risky and difficult procedure that I needed to prevent myself from becoming paralyzed.
(2 months ago)
Dec-2025
He was very calm and patient with me. He explained everything and answered all the questions I needed. I was very impressed.
(2 months ago)
Nov-2025
Very kind and knowledgeable.
(3 months ago)
Oct-2025
Excellent
(3 months ago)
Oct-2025
His professionalism and bedside manners are truly amazing and greatly appreciated. Really nice guy!
(3 months ago)
Oct-2025
Excellent
(6 months ago)
Jul-2025
Dr. Cruz is absolutely the best neurosurgeon in East Tennessee. I thank God for him! He gave me my life back!
(6 months ago)
Jul-2025
Great Doctor
(7 months ago)
Jun-2025
Dr. Rodriguez -Cruz is amazing! He is so professional, courteous and knowledgeable. He is so patient with me as I ask all my questions.
(7 months ago)
Jun-2025
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9314 Park West Blvd. Suite 200 Knoxville, TN 37923
Dr. Leonardo R. Rodriguez-Cruz, M.D. is originally from New York City. Graduated from both New York Ivy League institutions he completed his neurosurgical training at a third, the University of Pennsylvania.
He went on to serve in the US Army as a neurosurgeon with postings around the world.
A national search led him to Middle Tennessee where he has honed his clinical skills in a very busy practice. He has taken on a wide variety of clinical entities, concentrating and expanding in the most up-to-date spinal surgical techniques.
In his limited off time Dr. Rodriguez-Cruz concentrates on his wife and three sons and his love for all aspects of outdoor life.
At present, he has been board certified for over 20 years and is a member of the American Association of Neurosurgery, the AANS/CNS Joint Section on Spine, and has certification in Advanced Trauma and Life Support.
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I am a physician, retired, with significant issues in my legs. He has opted to do more studies to assess my problem. So far so good. I think his approach is valid.
He did an excellent job on my neck C1 to T2. It was a very risky and difficult procedure that I needed to prevent myself from becoming paralyzed.
He was very calm and patient with me. He explained everything and answered all the questions I needed. I was very impressed.
Very kind and knowledgeable.
Excellent
His professionalism and bedside manners are truly amazing and greatly appreciated. Really nice guy!
Excellent
Dr. Cruz is absolutely the best neurosurgeon in East Tennessee. I thank God for him! He gave me my life back!
Great Doctor
Dr. Rodriguez -Cruz is amazing! He is so professional, courteous and knowledgeable. He is so patient with me as I ask all my questions.