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.
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Dr Cruz is the best. And his office staff is wonderful too. My appointment was for 10:30 so I got there at 10:10. I saw Dr Cruz, had X-rays done and scheduled surgery and was finished by 10:40. Dr Cruz is very “to the point “ and very kind. This is my second back issue in 3 years. He performed surgery 2 1/2 years ago which resolved my situation, but he told me it might recur. Which it has. Another surgery is now scheduled to resolve this incident. I have full faith and confidence in Dr Cruz and wouldn’t go anywhere else.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(6 months ago)
Apr-2026
He is knowledgeable and compassionate.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(6 months ago)
Apr-2026
Professional and personable . Treats patient with compassion and kindness.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(7 months ago)
Mar-2026
Dr.Cruz is the best I would recommend him to every one.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(7 months ago)
Feb-2026
Dr Cruz was very patient with me, explained my surgery in terms that an old salty sailor could fully understand! I feel confident in him and the staff and I'm looking forward to my procedure and my new neck! Thank Dr. Cruz and staff!
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(8 months ago)
Feb-2026
Very professional. Had done surgery x3 on my cervical spine in the past.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(8 months ago)
Feb-2026
Dr. Cruz was very attentive and took the time to explain things in detail. He also has a good sense of humor!
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(8 months ago)
Feb-2026
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.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(9 months 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.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(10 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.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(11 months ago)
Nov-2025
Parkwest Office
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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Dr Cruz is the best. And his office staff is wonderful too. My appointment was for 10:30 so I got there at 10:10. I saw Dr Cruz, had X-rays done and scheduled surgery and was finished by 10:40. Dr Cruz is very “to the point “ and very kind. This is my second back issue in 3 years. He performed surgery 2 1/2 years ago which resolved my situation, but he told me it might recur. Which it has. Another surgery is now scheduled to resolve this incident. I have full faith and confidence in Dr Cruz and wouldn’t go anywhere else.
He is knowledgeable and compassionate.
Professional and personable . Treats patient with compassion and kindness.
Dr.Cruz is the best I would recommend him to every one.
Dr Cruz was very patient with me, explained my surgery in terms that an old salty sailor could fully understand! I feel confident in him and the staff and I'm looking forward to my procedure and my new neck! Thank Dr. Cruz and staff!
Very professional. Had done surgery x3 on my cervical spine in the past.
Dr. Cruz was very attentive and took the time to explain things in detail. He also has a good sense of humor!
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.