Dr. Miguel Santiago-Cruz, MD
Neurologist | Neurology
1801 W Taylor St 4E Chicago IL, 60612About
Dr. Miguel Santiago-Cruz is a Neurology Resident Physician at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC). He specializes in diagnosing, treating, and managing disorders of the brain and nervous system, such as headaches, seizures, strokes, dizziness, concussions, multiple sclerosis, dementia, neuropathy, and others. Dr. Santiago is committed to delivering exceptional care to his patients. In 2020, he earned his medical degree from the Universidad Central del Caribe in Bayamon, Puerto Rico. He is currently enrolled in a rigorous Neurology residency program at the renowned University of Illinois Hospital, which he is scheduled to complete in 2024. After that, he intends to pursue a fellowship in Neuro-Ophthalmology to further his academic career. As a neurologist, Dr. Santiago is committed to staying abreast of the latest developments in neurological research and therapies.
Education and Training
Universidad Central Del Caribe MD 2020
UIC Neurology Residency 2024
Universidad Central del Caribe (LCME Accredited) Graduate Research Program in Molecular Biology 2020
University of California, San Diego Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry & Cell Biology 2013
Board Certification
Didactic in Substance Abuse Medicine Curriculum
LGBTT+ Healthcare Certification (21 hours)
CPR / BLS Certificate
HIPPA & OSHA Certificate
GCP Certificate
Human Subject Research Certificate
IATA Training
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Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Clinical Research Coordinator Office of Dr. Alma Cruz 2013 - 2016
- School of Medicine – Student Mentor Universidad Central del Caribe, School of Medicine – 2018 - 2020
- Biology Department – Teaching Assistant University of Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras Campus 2014 - 2016
- Undergraduate Mentor Gonzalez Lab – 2014 - 2016
- Science Fair Project Mentor Biology Graduate Student Association 2016 -
Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Neurology
- American Medical Association
- North American Neuro-Ophthalmology Society
Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors
- Post-Hurricane Maria Community Intervention; Medicina Urbana – PR (several locations); Clinicas Padre Venard – San Juan, PR; Student-Run Free Clinic Project, Interpreter – San Diego, CA
- Alternative Breaks - Ecuador; Alternative Breaks – Bali, Indonesia; Global Health Brigades - Honduras; Arusha Project – Arusha, Tanzania
Areas of research
Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension, Thyroid Eye Disease
University of Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras Campus San Juan, PR 2013-2016 Identification of Novel Proteins Interacting with the NMD protein Upf2o PI: Carlos I. Gonzalez, Ph.D. Neurobiology of addiction to drugs and alcohol using model animals 2015o PI: Carmen Maldonado-Vlaar, Ph.D.Dr. Miguel Santiago-Cruz, MD's Practice location
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Get to know Neurology Resident Physician Dr. Miguel Santiago-Cruz, who serves patients in Chicago, Illinois.
Dr. Santiago-Cruz is a neurology resident physician within the Department of Neurology & Rehabilitation at the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago. His area of expertise lies in diagnosing, treating, and managing disorders related to the brain and nervous system, including migraines, strokes, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, and sleep disorders.
In 2013, Dr. Santiago-Cruz graduated with his Bachelor of Science Degree in Biochemistry and Cell Biology from the University of California, San Diego. He then went on to earn his Medical Degree from the Universidad Central del Caribe School of Medicine in Bayamon, Puerto Rico in 2020.
Currently, Dr. Santiago-Cruz is enrolled in a rigorous neurology residency program at the renowned University of Illinois Hospital, which he is scheduled to complete in 2024. After that, he intends to pursue a fellowship in neuro-ophthalmology to further his academic career
Staying abreast of the latest developments in neurological research and therapies, Dr. Santiago-Cruz is an active member of the American Academy of Neurology, the American Medical Association, and the North American Neuro-Ophthalmology Society.
Neurology is a branch of medicine dealing with disorders of the nervous system. Neurologists are licensed medical specialists who diagnose and treat disorders that affect the brain, spinal cord, nerves, and muscles of patients. They examine a patient’s mental and physical status, conduct medical tests and scans, and evaluate the results to diagnose and treat the patient.
Engaging in various charitable and philanthropic endeavors, Dr. Santiago-Cruz has been involved in post-hurricane maria community intervention initiatives, such as Medicina Urbana in multiple locations and Clinicas Padre Venard in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Additionally, he contributed as an interpreter for the Student-Run Free Clinic Project in San Diego, California.
Contributing to meaningful projects and making a positive impact, Dr. Santiago-Cruz participated in Alternative Breaks in Ecuador and Bali, Indonesia. His commitment to global health led him to join the Global Health Brigades in Honduras, furthering his dedication to making a difference in communities around the world through these diverse and impactful initiatives.
On a more personal note, Dr. Santiago-Cruz speaks English, Spanish, and French.
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