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Locations

Wheaton

150 E. Willow Ave.Suite 200Wheaton, Illinois 60187
630-665-6200

About Lauren Cruz, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC

Philosophy of Care

As a nurse, I spent nearly a decade in the emergency department watching my patients experience complications that I knew could have been avoided with excellent primary care. As a nurse practitioner, I love partnering with my patients as they navigate ways to protect their health. I recognize how integrated our health is into our relationships, careers, and community, and I consider it my privilege to help patients achieve their best possible outcomes. I work hard to listen well, continuously learn about best practice guidelines, and advocate for my patients.
General Info
Languages

English

Clinical Interests
I enjoy working alongside patients on lifestyle medicine, chronic disease management such as diabetes and hypertension care, acute illness, and preventative care. Specifically, as a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner, I also am passionate about caring for survivors as they navigate follow-up care post assault.
Personal Interests
I adore reading and playing with my two young children, watching cooking shows with my husband, baking and decorating sugar cookies, running, serving at my church, and traveling anywhere my passport will take me. Preferably all with a London Fog in hand.
Education
Schools
Wheaton CollegeGraduation Date: 2012Degree: BS
Rush UniversityGraduation Date: 2015Degree: MSN-RN
Rush UniversityGraduation Date: 2022Degree: DNP

Ratings and Comments

Comments are collected in our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Surveys. Patients are de-identified to protect confidentiality and patient privacy. Learn more about our patient satisfaction survey.

Very good

5

Mar 24, 2026

Dr. Cruz was lovely and I really appreciated my visit. She answered all my questions thoughtfully and kindly.

5

Feb 16, 2026

This was my first time seeing Lauren A Cruz and felt so extremely cared for. She listened to all my concerns and goals I have for my health. I never felt rushed or like I was asking too many questions. She respected the way I wanted to care for my body. I have never had a doctor make me feel as taken care of like Ms. Cruz did. I left feeling very confident in my health plan moving forward and just switched her to be my PCP!!

5

Feb 7, 2026

Lauren is wonderful. She is caring, listens to my concerns, provides good guidance and very prompt with follow up.

5

Feb 7, 2026

Lauren was an excellent listener and I feel comfortable having her as my care provider going forward.

5

Jan 25, 2026

Patient Satisfaction Rating

4.9

264 Reviews

The Patient Satisfaction Rating score is an average of all responses to care provider related questions on our independent rating system, the Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Learn more about our patient satisfaction survey.

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Corporate Mailing Address1100 W 31st Street
Downers Grove, Illinois 60515
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