Dr. Santo Michael Difino, MD

Dr. Santo Difino is an internal medicine physician who specializes in hematology and oncology, bringing over five decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and completed his residency at SUNY Health Science Center. With 52 years of experience treating patients, Dr. Difino has developed extensive knowledge in diagnosing and managing blood disorders and cancer care. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Difino practices at multiple locations throughout Syracuse, including Upstate Community Hospital, Saint Joseph's Hospital Health Center, and Hematology Oncology Associates of Central New York in East Syracuse. His affiliation with Crouse Hospital further expands his ability to provide comprehensive care to patients in the region. Patients consistently rate their experience with him highly, giving him an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars. His dual …expertise in hematology and oncology enables him to address complex blood-related conditions and provide cancer treatment with the depth of knowledge that comes from decades of specialized practice.