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Dr. Richard Nieves Santiago specializes in internal medicine with advanced training in nephrology, focusing on kidney health and related conditions. He earned his medical degree from Ponce Health Sciences University School of Medicine and brings four years of clinical experience to his practice. Dr. Santiago's dual expertise allows him to provide comprehensive care for adults while offering specialized kidney treatment.
Dr. Santiago practices at several prestigious Chicago locations, including University of Illinois Hospital and Northwestern Memorial Hospital. He treats patients with high blood pressure and hypertensive emergencies, conditions that often affect kidney function. His procedural expertise includes conducting stress tests to evaluate heart health and performing specialized genetic testing, including pharmacogenomics testing to optimize medication selection for individual patients.
Dr. Santiago practices at several prestigious Chicago locations, including University of Illinois Hospital and Northwestern Memorial Hospital. He treats patients with high blood pressure and hypertensive emergencies, conditions that often affect kidney function. His procedural expertise includes conducting stress tests to evaluate heart health and performing specialized genetic testing, including pharmacogenomics testing to optimize medication selection for individual patients.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 4 years of experience
- 5 insurance plans accepted
- Ponce Health Sciences University School Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 1 area of expertise
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 4 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Richard Alexis Nieves Santiago has 4 locationsUniversity Of Illinois College Of Medicine Chicago Pediatrics
840 S Wood St Ste 1206Chicago, IL 60612 Tel: (312) 996-8297
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 1:00 pm
SunClosed
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| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 4 Years of Experience | 13 Years of Experience | ||
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks Arabic, English | ||
| Chicago , IL | Chicago , IL | Chicago , IL | Berwyn , IL |
| Med School: Ponce Health Sciences University School Of Medicine | Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine | |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Alexis Nieves Santiago
Medical Specialties
Dr. Richard Alexis Nieves Santiago has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Richard Alexis Nieves Santiago has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
4 Years Experience
Dr. Richard Alexis Nieves Santiago holds an active medical license in the state of Illinois.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Illinois that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Ponce Health Sciences University School Of Medicine in 2022.
NPI Number
Dr. Nieves Santiago's NPI number is 1356967269.
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- Dr. Richard Alexis Nieves Santiago is affiliated with University Of Illinois Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, and Northwestern Medicine Prentice Womens Hospital.
- Where is Dr. Richard Alexis Nieves Santiago's office located?
- Dr. Richard Alexis Nieves Santiago's office is located at 1740 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL, 60612.
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