Dr. Santiago Figuereo M.D.
Neurosurgeon
2601 SW 37th Avenue Suite 905 Miami Florida, 33133About
endoscopic procedures for intracranial, skull base, and pituitary tumors
Education and Training
Universidad Autonoma De Santo Domingo
Univ Auto De Santo Domingo (Uasd) 1989
Board Certification
American Board of Neurological Surgery
Neurological SurgeryAmerican Board of Neurological SurgeryABNS
Provider Details
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Assistant professor in the Department of Neurosurgery at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine -
Awards
- McCabe Award, University of Pennsylvania
- Henry Thumen Award
Fellowships
- University of Washington in Seattle (Neurosurgery); University of Pennsylvania (Functional Neurosurgery)
Professional Society Memberships
- American Board of Neurological Surgery, Congress of Neurological Surgeons, American Association of Neurological Surgeons
What do you attribute your success to?
- Hard Work, Dedication, Patient Care
Hobbies / Sports
- Family, Friends, Outdoor Activities, Traveling
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