Dr. Michael J Santoro M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
27871 Medical Center Rd Suite 200 Mission Viejo CA, 92691About
Dr. Michael Santoro is a gastroenterologist practicing in Mission Viejo, CA. Dr. Santoro specializes in the digestive system and its diseases that affect the gastrointestinal tract, which include organs from the mouth to the anus as well as liver disorders. Gastroenterology includes conditions such as hepatitis, peptic ulcer disease, colitis, nutritional problems and irritable bowel syndrome. Dr. Santoro performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny 1987
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
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