Edith Dela Cruz, MD
Pediatrics • Talladega, AL
About
Here’s a concise summary focused on your query: - Organization: Baptist Health (nonprofit hospital system) - Location: Primary operations in Birmingham, AL; affiliated network includes facilities in Alabama (e.g., Baptist Health Talladega service area), with broader presence in the United States. - Focus relevant to query: Pediatric services are part of Baptist Health’s medical offerings, and the system includes physicians and dedicated pediatric care pathways within its hospitals. - Key attributes: - Industry: Hospitals and Health Care - Type: Nonprofit - Services (illustrative of pediatrics context): Emergency care, primary care, and specialty services (including heart/vascular, orthopedics, neurology, digestive health, radiology, surgical care) that typically support pediatric patients via pediatric or family medicine pathways. - Contact/identity context: - Main site: baptisthealthal.com - Potential physician credentialing elements: clinical leadership and medical directors (e.g., Chief Medical Officer for AL Region) are part of the system’s governance, which may include pediatric care leadership across applicable Alabama facilities. - Checking the Baptist Health Talladega or main Baptist Health Alabama site for pediatric physician directories. - Contacting the Baptist Health helpline at (877) 909-4233 for physician-specific inquiries. - Visiting the Talladega or Birmingham-area hospital pages to locate pediatric or family medicine departments and physician profiles.
Clinic Type
Pediatrics
Address
722 Stone Ave., Talladega, AL 35160
Phone
(256) 362-1725
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Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Services Offered
Team
Insurance & Payment
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FAQs
What specialties does Dr. Edith Dela Cruz have?
Her specialties include pediatrics, well child care, well baby check-ups, immunizations, school and sports physicals, mental health issues, genitourinary conditions, gastrointestinal problems, respiratory infections.
Is Dr. Edith Dela Cruz board-certified?
Yes, she is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
What is the practice name and location?
Baptist Health Medical Group Pediatrics - Talladega, 722 Stone Ave., Talladega, AL 35160.
What is the contact number for the Talladega location?
(256) 362-1725.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- Birdeye: 4.5/5 stars (43 reviews)
- RateMDs: 3.1/5 stars (3 reviews (dated 2009-2010))
Patients praise
- Kind, compassionate, and attentive bedside manner
- Knowledgeable and thorough care for children
- Highly regarded as one of the best pediatricians in the area
Common complaints
- Long wait times in office and examination rooms
- Concerns regarding staff professionalism and friendliness
"She and her staff are the Best. While at my daughter visit. Dr. Dela Cruz had No.#1 best side manners, she listen as ..."
— Healthgrades"We love Dr. DelaCruz! She has the best manner with children and cares very much. She's knowledgeable and concerned. She never makes you feel like you've asked a stupid question."
— RateMDs"You have to wait forever to see the Dr. and once you get into a room it still takes about 1-1.5 hours before you see her. Her staff is rude and ignorant."
— RateMDsSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 10, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 10, 2026.
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