Dr. Barbara Santucci M.D.
Cardiologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Cardiology
1653 W Congress Pkwy 770 Jones Chicago IL, 60612About
Dr. Barbara Santucci is a pediatric cardiologist practicing in Chicago, IL. Dr. Santucci specializes in caring for fetuses, infants, children and adolescents with cardiovascular or cardiac abnormalities. Practiced in both inpatient and outpatient settings, the scope of conditions cared for by pediatric cardiologists is large and includes congenital heart defects, heart muscle disorders, rhythm disturbances and hypertension.
Education and Training
Loyola Univ of Chicago Stritch Sch of Med, Maywood Il 1964
Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine 1964
St. Bartholomew's Hospital Medical College 1965
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PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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