Dr. Lyric L. Santiago MD
Urologist
75 Puuhonu Pl Suite 100 Hilo HI, 96720About
Dr. Lyric Santiago is a urologist practicing in Hilo, HI. Dr. Santiago specializes in diseases of the urinary tract and the male reproductive system. This includes areas of the bladder, urethra, kidneys, penis and prostate. Urology is a surgical specialty and requires knowledge in other areas of expertise such as gynecology and internal medicine due to the variety of clinical problems that are involved.
Education and Training
Loma Linda University School of Medicine 1994
Board Certification
UrologyAmerican Board of UrologyABU
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- Kidney Stones
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