Summary

Dr. Michael Santoro is a gastroenterologist who has dedicated nearly four decades to digestive health care. He earned his medical degree from State University of New York and completed his fellowship at Loma Linda University in 1993, following his internship and residency at Staten Island University. With 39 years of clinical experience, Dr. Santoro brings extensive expertise to his practice. He is fluent in Spanish, Italian, and English, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Santoro practices at Providence Mission Hospital and sees patients at Providence Center for Digestive Health in Mission Viejo, California. He specializes in treating common digestive conditions including colon polyps, acid reflux, and diverticular disease. His expertise includes performing colonoscopy procedures and lower gastrointestinal endoscopy to diagnose and treat digestive issues. Patients consistently rate their care highly, giving Dr. Santoro an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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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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GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
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 , CALittle Rock , ARSACRAMENTO , CASACRAMENTO , CA
Med School: State University of New York Med School: Chamberlain University College of Nursing Med School: Emory University Med School: University of South Alabama
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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

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.
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Does Dr. Michael Santoro accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Michael Santoro affiliated with?
Dr. Michael Santoro is affiliated with Providence Mission Hospital.

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