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Dr. Rafael Santiago, MD

Dr. Rafael Santiago, MD

Pulmonary Disease*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Rafael Santiago, MD is a pulmonologist in Fort Sam Houston, TX and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine in 1978. He is affiliated with Cuero Regional Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 20 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (20 reviews)

Practice

3551 Roger Brooke Dr Fort Sam Houston, TX 78234

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Dr. Santiago's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Santiago

4.6
20 ratings, 11 with a written review
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He is the best! I will miss him when he retires!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Doralee – Feb 27, 2020
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Dr. Santiago is good but he doesn’t have time for his patients. By this I mean his practice is growing and if you have to cancel and reschedule it may be a month or two later.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 03, 2020
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Dr. Santiago is the best, after many attempts and fails at getting my 80 y/o mother to quit smoking, he did it! Dr. Santiago laid out the facts, no sugar coating and said he would be happy to treat her either way, but he explained exactly what would happen if she kept on, (as did many other doctors) but Dr. Santiago really got through. She has now quit smoking after 60 + years and hopefully she'll be with us for many more. Thank you Dr. Santiago
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Dec 12, 2019
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Dr. Santiago is very thorough and very attentive. Highly recommend him to anyone needing to see a Dr. in his field.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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JVC – Nov 21, 2019
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Dr Santiago treats me for two things and I think he’s great. His assistants are very helpful anytime I have problems I have to
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Barbara Baugh – Sep 23, 2019
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Cannot rate him high enough with Robert.magnificent group.the most thorough.gteat
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 09, 2019
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Great Doctor, but his staff not friendly AT ALL!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 22, 2019
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Dr. Santiago is very thorough when evaluating your condition. He orders the necessary tests to confirm what he believes it to be. He spends a good deal of time with his patients and listens very carefully. I highly recommend Dr. Santiago for your pulmonary needs. His billing office sucks though. They do not follow through with what they say they are going to do.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
2 others found this helpful
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Feeling Much Better Now in San Antonio, TX – Feb 03, 2019
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Very knowledgeable about possible treatment to help manage asthma better. Only had one visit and I think he is very good. I am impressed with his level of knowledge. Very professional.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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jones c in san antonio Texas – Jun 20, 2018
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One of most professional, caring and understanding Doctors I have seen. Dr. Santiago listened to my concerns, answered my questions, did not rush me in anyway and was very thorough with my examination. Without a doubt I would highly recommend Dr.Santago. The staff is also amazing, professional and extremely helpful.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
9 others found this helpful
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Cibolo, TX – Feb 01, 2017
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Enjoyable visits, Dr. Santiago is very professional and always seems to be genuinely interested in patient's health.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
13 others found this helpful
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James J. Lohman in San Antonio, TX – Apr 20, 2016
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care philosophy

As a doctor my primary goal is to provide my patients with caring and professional service in managing their pulmonary and sleep medicine needs.

  • Pulmonary Disease

  • Sleep Medicine

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  • Barnes Jewish Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 1985

  • Barnes Jewish Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1981

  • Jewish Hosp-wash University|jewish Hospital Wash University

    Internship Hospital, 1979

  • University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1978
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Pulmonary Disease
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Sleep Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Brooke Army Medical Center3551 Roger Brooke Dr Fort Sam Houston, TX 78234
1
(210) 539-9858

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