Maria T Santiago, MD

Dr. Maria Santiago is a pulmonologist who has dedicated 47 years to treating respiratory conditions in patients. She earned her medical degree from the University of the Philippines Manila College of Medicine, bringing extensive international medical training to her practice. Her nearly five decades of experience have established her as a seasoned expert in diagnosing and managing complex lung and breathing disorders. Dr. Santiago is fluent in Filipino and Tagalog, allowing her to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Santiago practices at Cohen Children's Medical Center in New Hyde Park, New York, where she specializes in pediatric respiratory care. She focuses on treating conditions such as asthma and rhinitis in young patients. Her clinical expertise includes performing pulmonary function testing and bronchodilator reversibility testing to assess lung capacity and breathing patterns. She also conducts specialized asthma challenge tests to help diagnose and …develop targeted treatment plans for children with breathing difficulties. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.