Dr. Ricardo Santayana MD
Internist
3201 W Waters Ave Suite B Tampa FL, 33614Rating
4/5
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Dr. Ricardo Santayana is an internist practicing in Tampa, FL. Dr. Santayana specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Santayana provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Education and Training
Univ De Costa Rica- Fac De Med- San Jose- Costa Rica 1980
Universidad Central Del Caribe School Of Medicine 1979
Facultad de Medicina Universidad 1980
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- High Cholesterol
- Obesity
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Peripheral Artery Disease (pad)
- Vascular Disease
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