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Dr. Michael Santoro, MD

Gastroenterology*
4.0 (12)
Map Pin Small Mission Viejo, CA
Accepting new patients
37 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Michael Santoro, MD

Dr. Michael Santoro, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Mission Viejo, CA. They specialize in Gastroenterology, has 37 years of experience, and is board certified in Gastroenterology. They graduated from State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine and is affiliated with Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo. Dr. Santoro, completed a residency at Staten Island University. Patients rated Dr. Santoro an average 4.0 star rating.

Dr. Santoro works at Mission Heritage Mission Viejo - Gastroenterology Suite 310 in Mission Viejo, CA. They frequently treat conditions like Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) and Intestinal Diverticulosis along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield of California as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Santoro's Office Locations

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    Mission Heritage Mission Viejo - Gastroenterology Suite 310
    27799 Medical Center Rd Ste 310, Mission Viejo, CA 92691 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (949) 364-5090

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  • Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo

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Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Intestinal Diverticulosis

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Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Esophagitis
Reflux Esophagitis
Anal or Rectal Pain
Barrett's Esophagus
Colorectal Polyp
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Abdominal Pain
Anemia
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Chronic Gastritis
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Diarrhea
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Duodenitis
Dysphagia
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Gastritis
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastroptosis
Hemorrhoids
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Ulcer
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Vitamin_Deficiency
ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Manometry
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Anal Sphincter Dysplasia
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Celiac Disease
Cirrhosis
Congenital Achalasia
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Crohn's Disease
Dehydration
Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Duodenal Cancer
Duodenal Ulcer
Dysentery
Enteritis
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Ulcer
Esophageal Varices
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Food Allergy
Gallstones
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastric Ulcer
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Gastroparesis
Heartburn
Hemochromatosis
Hepatitis B
Hepatorenal Syndrome
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Ileus
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Indigestion
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Obstruction
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Ischemic Colitis
Jejunum Cancer
Lactose Intolerance
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Mallory-Weiss Syndrome
Malnutrition
Nausea
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Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Non-Neonatal Jaundice
Pancreatitis
Peptic Ulcer
Pouchitis
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Pyloric Stenosis
Rectal Ulcer
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Secondary Biliary Cholangitis
Stomal Ulcer
Ulcerative Colitis
Unexplained Weight Loss
Viral Enteritis
Vomiting Disorders
Colon Cancer Screening
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Gallbladder Scan
Hepatitis A Screening
Hepatitis B Virus Screening
Hepatitis C Virus Screening
Hepatitis Screening
Impedance Testing
Instrumental Diagnostic Evaluation for Dysphagia
Liver Function Test
pH Probe
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Screening Colonoscopy
Ultrasound, Endoanal
Ultrasound, Esophageal
VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing
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    About Dr. Michael Santoro, MD

    Specialties*
    • Gastroenterology

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    Years of Experience
    • 37 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1396722435
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Loma Linda University
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Staten Island University
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine
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    Dr. Michael Santoro, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Santoro is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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    Dr. Santoro works at Mission Heritage Mission Viejo - Gastroenterology Suite 310 in Mission Viejo, CA. View the full address on Dr. Santoro’s profile.

    Dr. Santoro has seen patients for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) and Intestinal Diverticulosis, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Santoro on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    12 patients have reviewed Dr. Santoro. The overall rating for this provider is 4.0. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Santoro.

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