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Dr. Kenneth Cruse, MD

Pediatrics* Age 59
Dr. Kenneth Cruse, MD
3.7 (12 Ratings)

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Dr. Kenneth Cruse, MD
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Dr. Kenneth Cruse, MD

Pediatrics* Age 59
Thibodaux, LA
Accepting new patients
33 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Kenneth Cruse, MD is a Pediatrician in Thibodaux, LA.

About

Dr. Cruse graduated from SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY / MAIN CAMPUS. Dr. Kenneth Cruse, MD is a Pediatrician in Thibodaux, LA and has 33 years experience. Dr. Cruse currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Children's Hospital and Thibodaux Regional Medical Center. Dr. Cruse has experience treating conditions like Pharyngitis, Fever and Constipation among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Cruse received an average rating of 3.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 12 times. Dr. Cruse's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Cruse also speaks Spanish. Dr. Cruse is board certified in Pediatrics and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Pharyngitis
Fever
Constipation
Pharyngitis
Fever
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Constipation
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Common Cold
Diaper Rash
Speech, Language and Learning Disorders
Strep Throat
Acute Bronchitis
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Administrative Physical
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Bedwetting
Conduct Disorder
Dehydration
Foot Infection
Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Nail Infection
Nausea
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Thrush
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Tonsillitis
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Immunization Administration
Wellness Examination
Abdominal Pain
Achilles Tendinitis
Acne
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Acute Laryngitis
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Tonsillitis
ADHD and-or ADD
All Types of Food Poisoning
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Allergic Rhinitis
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anemia
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Animal Allergies
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anxiety
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Arthritis
Asthma
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Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Back Pain
Bacterial Sepsis
Balanitis
Balanoposthitis
Black Eye
Bladder Infection
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Bronchiolitis
Bronchitis
Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia
Bronchospasm
Bruise of Face, Scalp, or Neck
Burn Injuries
Candidiasis of Skin and Nails
Canker Sore
Celiac Disease
Cellulitis
Chronic Depression (Dysthymia)
Chronic Sinusitis
Cluster Headache
Contact Dermatitis
Cough
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Cystic Fibrosis
Diabetes Type 1
Diarrhea
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Difficulty With Walking
Dizziness
Down Syndrome
Dry Skin
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Dysentery
Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Ear Ache
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Earwax Buildup
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
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Enteritis
Excessive Sweating
Febrile Convulsion
Folliculitis
Food Poisoning
Foot Sprain
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Hair Loss
Headache
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Heart Palpitations
Heartburn
Hemorrhoids
Hernia
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Herpes Simplex Infection
Hives
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Hydrocele
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypogonadism
Hypothyroidism
Hypoxemia
Impetigo
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Influenza (Flu)
Ingrown Nail
Itchy Skin
Knee Sprain
Lactose Intolerance
Laryngitis
Leukocytopenia
Lice
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Lipid Disorders
Low Back Pain
Lymphangitis
Malaise and Fatigue
Menstrual Disorders
Migraine
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Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
Mood Disorders (Dysthymia and Cyclothymia)
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Spasm
Muscle Weakness
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Nasopharyngitis
Neck Muscle Strain
Newborn Jaundice
Newborn Noninfectious Diarrhea
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Nosebleed
Obesity
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Onychomycosis
Osgood Schlatter Disease
Otitis Media
Outer Ear Infection
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pediatric Obesity
Pediatric Overweight
Phimosis
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Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Pinworm
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Plantar Wart
Pneumonia
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Pollen Allergy
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Post-Vaccination Fever
Postnasal Drip
Pubic Lice (Crabs)
Respiratory Syncytial Virus
Ringworm
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Roundworm
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Scarlet Fever
Sciatica
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Seborrheic Dermatitis
Second-Degree Burns
Secondary Diabetes Mellitus
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Shingles
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Shortness of Breath
Sinus Bradycardia
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Stye
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Sunburn
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Swine Flu
Syphilis Infections
Tension Headache
Tobacco Use Disorder
Tremor
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Vaginitis or Vaginosis
Vertigo
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Viral Enteritis
Viral Infection
Warts
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Wheezing
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Whooping Cough
Yeast Infections
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Circumcision

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    Choice Plus POS
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Locations

  1. 1 The Center for Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine LLC
    604 N Acadia Rd Ste 200, Thibodaux, LA 70301
  2. 2 Office
    5040 W Main St, Houma, LA 70360

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cruse
3.7
Based on 12 Reviews
5 Stars (8)
4 Stars (0)
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1 Star (4)

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Oct 06, 2016
Staff can be rude at times. Dr Cruse is more gentle than his partner, Dr. Peltier.
Kristie W in Opelousas, La — Oct 06, 2016
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
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Specialties*
Pediatrics
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY / MAIN CAMPUS
    1991
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Pediatrics
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Kenneth Cruse, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Cruse's profile.

Dr. Cruse frequently treats the following conditions: Pharyngitis, Fever and Constipation. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Kenneth Cruse, MD is affiliated with Children's Hospital and Thibodaux Regional Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Kenneth Cruse, MD holds board certification in Pediatrics.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Children's Hospital

    200 Henry Clay Ave, New Orleans, LA

  • Thibodaux Regional Medical Center

    602 N Acadia Rd, Thibodaux, LA