Summary

Dr. Michael Santoro is a gastroenterologist who earned his medical degree from State University of New York. He completed his internship and residency at Staten Island University, followed by a fellowship at Loma Linda University in 1993. With nearly four decades of practice experience, Dr. Santoro brings extensive expertise to digestive health care. He speaks Spanish, Italian, and English.

Dr. Santoro is affiliated with Providence Mission Hospital and practices at Providence Center for Digestive Health in Mission Viejo, California. He specializes in treating colon polyps, GERD, and diverticular disease. His procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies and lower GI endoscopy procedures. Patients rate Dr. Santoro 4.7 out of 5 stars for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.7
  • 39 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Italian, English
  • Loma Linda University
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Providence Center for Digestive Health - Mission Viejo

27799 Medical Center Road Suite 320Mission Viejo, CA 92691

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Dr. Michael Joseph Santoro, MDBhavana Akotia, PA-CJan Seiler, APRNRebecca Humphries, APRN
GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
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4.7 
39 Years of Experience
Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, Italian, English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Mission Viejo , CATempe , AZMontgomery , ALSACRAMENTO , CA
Med School: State University of New York Med School: Charles R Drew University Med School: Georgia State University Med School: Emory University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michael Joseph Santoro

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage HMO
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage PPO
  • Aetna PPO
  • Anthem Blue Cross HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross Medicare Advantage
  • Anthem Blue Cross Medicare PPO
  • Anthem Blue Cross PPO
  • Blue Shield of CA HMO
  • Blue Shield of CA HMO - Trio
  • Blue Shield of CA Medicare Advantage
  • Blue Shield of CA PPO
  • Cigna HMO
  • Cigna PPO
  • Coventry/First Health PPO
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicare Advantage
  • Health Net PPO
  • HealthSmart (Interplan) PPO
  • Multiplan PPO
  • Providence Health Plan - Medicare Advantage
  • SCAN Medicare Advantage
  • TriWest - Tricare
  • United Healthcare HMO
  • United HealthCare PPO
  • US Family Health Plan - TriCare
  • Vivity by Anthem Blue Cross

Medical Specialties

Dr. Michael Joseph Santoro has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Michael Joseph Santoro has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Gastroenterologist
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Loma Linda University1993

Residency

Staten Island University1990

Internship

Staten Island University1988

Medical School

State University of New YorkGraduated in 1987

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Michael Santoro accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Yes, Dr. Michael Santoro accepts virtual/telehealth appointments. Click the virtual visit button on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Michael Santoro's office located?
Dr. Michael Santoro's office is located at 27799 Medical Center Road Suite 320, Mission Viejo, CA, 92691.
What languages does Dr. Michael Santoro speak?
Dr. Michael Santoro speaks Spanish, Italian, and English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Michael Santoro affiliated with?
Dr. Michael Santoro is affiliated with Providence Mission Hospital.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Santoro?
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