Elisabete Duque Cruz
Naturopath
1817 Black Rock Turnpike 206 Fairfield CT, 06825About
Dr. Elisabete Duque Cruz is a naturopathic physician practicing in Springfield, NJ., Dr. Cruz specializes in proactive prevention, treatment and finding the root cause of disease. Dr. Cruz combines holistic healing methods, functional medicine testing and acupuncture with traditional solutions to medical illness. Providing both individual and family care, the most common ailments treated are allergies, chronic pain, digestive issues, obesity, heart disease, fertility, menopause, cancer and chronic fatigue syndrome. Naturopathic Physicians place a strong emphasis on natural remedies that add to the broad spectrum of remedies available.
Education and Training
Kean University BS Biology 1998
Kean University, NJ BA Psychology 1996
UMDNJ - Rutgers University MA Biomedical Sciences 2002
University of Bridgeport MA Acu and Oriental Medicine 2019
University of Bridgeport, CT Doctor Naturopathic Medicine 2019
Board Certification
American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine
American Board of Medical Acupuncture
Provider Details
Elisabete Duque Cruz's Expert Contributions
Drug interactions?
I can’t answer to how anything will affect you since I am not your doctor and do not know your medical condition. Everyone is different and may be affected by anything in a different way. READ MORE
Would you recommend naturopathy treatment for severe diabetes?
Your mom would absolutely benefit from seeing a Naturopathic Doctor. NDs do an extensive intake and take all aspects of the person into consideration. NDs especially focus on lifestyle, diet and and stress to help the body and mind. NDs are trained in both pharmaceutical meds and herbs in addition to addressing supplemental deficiencies that prescription drugs might cause a deficiency. READ MORE
Relief from sciatica?
YES!!! absolutely I see patients with sciatic all the time. Acupuncture is great alleviating pain and increase blood flow. How often you need to receive treatment is based on each individual issue and needs to be evaluated on first visit. Often recommended 10-12 sessions of once or twice a week. Cost can be anywhere from $50-100 depending on treatment and length of visit which would be discussed on first visit. READ MORE
Can you have acupuncture for fatigue?
Absolutely!! READ MORE
Can acupuncture cause blood infection?
No studies have been found with acupuncture causing blood infection. READ MORE
Is acupuncture safe for 12 years old?
Yes acupuncture is safe for all ages! Even babies!! READ MORE
Is acupuncture safe for treating headaches?
Yes acupuncture is safe and extremely effective at treating headaches. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Professor of Microbiology and A&P University of Scranton 2014 - 2015
Professional Memberships
- The American Association of Naturopathic Physicians
- National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
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