Summary

Dr. Santiago Vera is a surgeon who specializes in surgery and transplant surgery. He earned his medical degree from Universidad Central De Venezuela Escuela De Medicina Luis Razetti and completed his residency at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. With 51 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Vera brings extensive knowledge and expertise to his surgical practice.

Dr. Vera practices at Memphis Va Medical Center and Lt Col Luke Weathers Jr Va Medical Center in Memphis, Tennessee. His clinical focus includes treating conditions such as fluid around the lungs, lung nodules, and heart conditions in athletes. He performs diagnostic procedures including chest imaging and blood gas analysis to help evaluate patients' respiratory and cardiovascular health. Patients have given Dr. Vera an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 51 years of experience
  • 12 insurance plans accepted
  • University Of Tennessee Health Science Center
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Santiago Rafael Vera has 2 locations

Memphis Va Medical Center

1030 Jefferson AveMemphis, TN 38104

Memphis Va Medical Center

116 N Pauline StMemphis, TN 38104

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Dr. Santiago Rafael Vera, MDDr. Evan Scott Glazer, MDDr. Ray Sung Choi, MDDr. Jared Alan Bell
SurgerySurgical OncologyAnesthesiologyHand Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
51 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Memphis , TNMemphis , TNSan Antonio , TXGermantown , TN
Med School: Universidad Central De Venezuela Escuela De Medicina Luis Razetti Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine And Health Sciences Med School: University Of Colorado School Of Medicine Med School: Paul L Foster School Of Medicine Texas Tech University Health Sciences Ctr
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Santiago Rafael Vera

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Humana - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Progressive
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Santiago Rafael Vera has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Santiago Rafael Vera has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • General Surgery
  • Transplant Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

51 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Tennessee, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Tennessee Health Science Center

Medical School

Universidad Central De Venezuela Escuela De Medicina Luis RazettiGraduated in 1975

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Santiago Vera accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Santiago Vera has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Santiago Vera's office located?
Dr. Santiago Vera's office is located at 1030 Jefferson Ave, Memphis, TN, 38104.
Which hospitals is Dr. Santiago Vera affiliated with?
Dr. Santiago Vera is affiliated with Memphis Va Medical Center and Lt Col Luke Weathers Jr Va Medical Center.
Does Dr. Santiago Vera accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Santiago Vera accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Santiago Vera?
You can find contact information for Dr. Santiago Vera here on Vitals.

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