Dr. Roberto P Santiesteban M.D.
Surgeon
108 Houston St Lexington VA, 24450About
Dr. Roberto Santiesteban is a general surgeon practicing in Lexington, VA. Dr. Santiesteban specializes in abdominal contents including the esophagus, stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas and often thyroid glands. General surgeons are able to deal with almost any surgical or critical care emergency, also involving the skin or soft tissue trauma. Dr. Santiesteban provides quality surgical service for gravely ill or injured patients and is able to respond quickly due to knowledge of various surgical procedures.
Education and Training
Escuela Med Militar- Mexico Df- Mexico 1967
Universit‡ Campus Bio-Medico di Roma Facolt‡ di Medicina e Chirurgia 1967
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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