Dr. Venkataraman Santosh M.D.
Surgeon
1051 Johnston Willis Dr. St. 200 Richmond VA, 23235Rating
4/5
About
Dr. Venkataraman Santosh is a general surgeon practicing in Richmond, VA. Dr. Santosh specializes in abdominal contents including the esophagus, stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas and often thyroid glands. General surgeons are able to deal with almost any surgical or critical care emergency, also involving the skin or soft tissue trauma. Dr. Santosh provides quality surgical service for gravely ill or injured patients and is able to respond quickly due to knowledge of various surgical procedures.
Education and Training
Pondicherry University Jawaharlal Institute 1978
Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine at Quinnipiac University
Jawaharlal Institute of Post-Graduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER) 1978
Madras Medical College 1976
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Provider Details
Treatments
- Colon Cancer
- Gallstones
- Hernia
- Umbilical Hernia
- Ventral Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Lipoma
- Goiter
- Sebaceous Cyst
Dr. Venkataraman Santosh M.D.'s Practice location
Practice At 1051 Johnston Willis Dr. St. 200
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