Robert Santos, MD

Internal medicine doctor


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Additional Languages Spoken:
French , Romanian , Spanish

Professional Summary


Education & Certifications
  • Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine (2008)
  • Residency: Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Internal Medicine Residency CA
  • Internship: Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Internal Medicine Residency CA
  • Medical Education: George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences (1978) DC

Practice Locations


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ValleyCare Physicians Associates ,
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Patient Ratings

(99 Ratings)

Overall Rating
4.9/5

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4.9/5
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4.9/5
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4.9/5
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4.9/5
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Patient Reviews

(214 reviews)

took time to explain risks/benefits of medication, easy to talk to
Caring engaged listens knowledable anazing doctor
He was very clear with his explanations. He let me answer without cutting me off (many doctors do this). He answered my questions fully. He gave me specifics on what to do next and what to be aware of.
Dr. Santos was very caring and attentive.
Dr Santos was very personable and kind. I enjoyed our discussion about Paxlovin and the decision to proceed. Thank you.
very helpful and kind which was appreciated
Dr. listened actively and made cogent recommendations
Dr. Santos was excellent. At my physical, he was thorough, explained all aspects well, and made the proper referrals. I was appreciative of his professionalism and kindness.
He was as very professional and concerned about my medical outcome.
Dr Santos was thorough and made sure to understand all my symptoms and concerns. He explained everything well and his care was excellent.
On time, courteous, and responsive. Dr. Santos made me feel very comfortable and confident
Stanford health makes a great effort to ensure the visits get smoothly.
Highly thoughtful, empathetic and respectful.
Dr. Santos was very thorough in examining me for a fall.
Very patient, through, and kind.
Dr. Santos has a wonderful bedside manner. I would absolutely recommend him to my loved ones.
Provider make me comfortable and listen me
Very personable and immediately put me at ease
He is a very good Doctor
Dr. Santos is an excellent doctor who makes his patients feel cared for.
Miss Karen Kline but Dr Santos was Excellent
Very focused & thorough, excellent patient care
I have seen Dr Santos a few times now and each time he has been terrifically helpful.
I liked him!! He explained everything and is taking action to help with my issues!!
One of the best doctors I have ever consulted.
Robert Santos is a good doctor, and I wish to have him as my primary doctor.
This doctor is very caring and personable. He took interest in me as a person. When I left my appointment I felt very good. He should give a few of the doctors at this clinic a lesson on bedside manners.
Really responsive MD
Dr. Santos n Annabeth were wonderful. Very professional, kind, knowledgeable and reassuring! Will definitely ask for Dr. Santos again!
Dr. Santos was the most kind, compassionate Dr. I've visited at AFP. I wish he was permanent & could be my PCP.
Dr. Santos was very engaged and patiently listened to my concerns,
Truly concerned Doctor. Noted and appreciated follow-up phone call and conversation.
Dr. Santos read my past reports on file, well prepared and is a very good listener!
I appreciated his approach - intelligent, kind, listened to me and my concerns, clearly explained information without talking down to me.
Seen quickly and good amount of time with Doctor.
Addressed all of my questions and reasons for the visit. Did prompt and thorough follow up. Great addition to the team.
Dr. Santos was very helpful, personable and well informed. I’d like to thank him again for his help.
He was encouraging, made me feel comfortable. Repeated back to me for clarity. Clear in his assessment and recommendations. Reviewed current medication interactions and advised me exactly what to adjust. Promptly filled prescription and I got notification from cvs when to expect prescription to be ready.
Most friendly and personable doctor I’ve talked to in a long time. Very helpful too. Excited that I felt heard and have hope that he’ll help me figure out what’s wrong with me.
Impressed with Dr Santos -- see previous response.
Dr Robert Santos is an excellent physician.
Dr Santos is a very thorough doctor. He listens to my concerns and attends to my needs.
He was through and pleasant. Reviewed my health care to provide the best care for my condition.
Dr Santos was very personable and professional. He was informative regarding the diagnosis/prescription including both benefits and contraindications. I would highly recommend him and would certainly consult with him in the future. Thank You
I liked the new doctor.
Wonderful doctor!
I will miss Dr Santos has has been my physician for about 20 years. He was the “local lead†physician during my late wife’s 8 year battle with ALS. Dr Santos continued to be supportive after she passed away. Our last visit was today - very sad as he is retiring. I know that his other patients are equally sad. Valleycare is loosing one of the best.
Sorry to see him retire, but very glad for him and his family. He is an exceptional person and physician.
It was an excellent appointment with both, Dr. Santos and Alina! I will miss Dr. Santos immensely but I'm very happy he will be enjoying his retirement.
Dr R Santos is amazing physician. He cannot be replaced. Thank you Dr Robert Santos and wife Sharon. Wish you continue happiness and health and joy.
Thank you for the care and stepping through to help diagnose and treat my rash/hives.
Excellent. Attentive, knowledgeable and good communicator.
Great doctor
I feel very comfortable having Dr. Santos as my primary care physician
Excellent. Thorough. Considerate. Absolutely trusted.
Dr. Santos is an excellent physician!
Thanks you for chatting about his I feel and for trying to get me back to a bit of normal that has been needed for a while. Thanks you for listening to my concerns and letting me know what you will be doing to help me.
Dr. Santos is great!
This was my first visit with Dr. Santos. He is extremely personable and easy with whom to talk. He answered all my questions and provided a feeling of confidence.
Dr. Santos is an excellent physician and I would highly recommend him to anyone!
Dr. Santos seems genuinely interested in my health. His demeanor and articulation instills confidence in his ability. My wife and I are extremely happy that Dr. Santos is now our doctor.
Have full confidence in Dr, Santos and happy his patient.
Dr. Santos is very easy to talk to and addresses all our issues.
He is a very concerned about his patients and spends the proper amount of time with you to insure that all questions are answered.
A great doctor, I’m glad my wife picked him. Very informative and detailed.
My opinion of of Dr Santos is unaffected. I still hold him in high regard.
He s a good doctor.
He is amazing doctor along with his staff.
Excellent information, very personable and understanding. Superior staff support and communication.
Dr Santos is very smart and makes you feel like your the only patient he has. What a gift
The best doctor I have seen. He is thorough, empathetic, and a very caring doctor.
Dr. Santos is the best. He took the time to explain, in detail, my concerns.
Excellent physician and very caring about his patients.
Confident in his abilities.
I always enjoy talking to Dr. Santos. He is so knowledgable and I feel he is truly concerned about his patients. I feel confident that I am getting the best care possible.
I have continued to retain Dr. Santos as my primary care physician over the past 30 plus years, even though residing 160 miles away for the past . 20 years. This underscores the confidence and respect I have for him and the complete satisfaction I have had with the care received.
He is an awesome doctor and person.
Outstanding doctor. Easy to talk to and great follow up.
He has been my doctor for years. He is very thorough and spends the time to listen
Excellent MD. I've been seeing Dr Santos for over 20 years and I would not want it any other way.
Dr. Santos is a wonderful doctor, THE BEST! He cares about his patients and takes good care of them.
He is a good provider
Dr Santos is the best
He is a wonderful Dr!
Dr Santos is a very knowledgeable and likeable person
Dr. Santos! Genuinely shows he cares!
Dr Santos is the most caring and compassionate doctor
He is a fine Dr. Just the process seeing people needs to be addressed.
Dr. Santos is AWESOME. Great bedside and great listening to me as a Patient.
He's the best.
Great doctor who takes time to answer all questions
He is the most caring, understanding doctor.
I receive excellent care and believe Dr. Santos is very careful to get information from me that is needed to treat me.
Thank you!
He was great and very detailed and so was his admin who I spoke with before my appointment.
Stellar Doctor Who really takes time with patients to answer all questions in detail!
Most friendly, listens and understands. Patient human and fine people skills. I am pleased to join the Stanford Health Care Community and Dr. Santos is one big reason.
great communication
THE GOOD DOCTOR
Been with Dr.Santos for many years. Would definitely recommend
Always takes the time to answer all of my questions.
Dr. Santos has been my doctor for too many years to count and he is very caring and takes time to chat about what is going on and asks questions pertaining to me and my health.
Dr Santos is a caring professional always prepared that makes me feel I have a friend.
Always a pleasure!
Been seeing Dr Santos for 20+years...damn fine doctor...listens, compassionate, caring.
Very professional, kind. Does not rush me through the appointment. Explains the diagnosis and treatment in an understanding way. Always asks if I have questions. Very polite and thoughtful.
Absolutely great experience.
Dr. Santos is outstanding!
Very consistent friendly and caring service.
Dr. Robert Santos is outstanding. He is the gold-standard by which Stanford should evaluate all physicians.
my experience had always been good with Dr Santos, I have been his pat for over 30 years.
Santos is far and away the most thorough, engaged, and caring doctor that I have ever been to.
A plus for Dr. Santos
Dr. Santos is an excellent physician - caring, methodical, experienced, detailed.
all good
I would recommend every body!!! Best doctor.
I've been with dr santos nearly 40 years. I come a long way to see him even when I lived in Idaho for two years. he's the best!!
Doctor always provides outstanding care. The best of the best!
the care and concern of Dr. Santos and his assistant Alena are suberb. I can't imagine seeing anyone else and rue the day either one retires!
He helped me deal with my problem and feel better quite soon.
very relaxed atmosphere as always.
very positive visit
Couldn't be happier with my doctor!
I have been with dr Santos for over 40 years. I travel a long way to see him and use your services. I also see Dr Sawhaney and in my opinion they are the best.
Dr. Santos is excellent. He spends the time with you necessary
Dr. Robert Santos is clearly an exceptional person and physician. He has long-term and broad experience, is personable, thorough in his exams, and very clear in his explanations. Such an example for Stanford Healthcare and ValleyCare.
I always receive great care from Dr. Santos and his staff...it's why I keep coming back even though I've moved to Mountain View.
Doctor Santos is wonderful. He spends as much time as is necessary to work with us.
Dr Santos was and is extraordinary. I moved away but still drive for appts with him because he's so good, as is his primary nurse.
I drive over 2 hours to come to see Dr. Santos! He is awesome
Dr. Santos takes the time to listen to his patients & does a great job explaining things in simple terms. I was very impressed by the lengthy amount of time he spent with me!
love Dr. Santos. his care, concern, and comfort are very genuine and earnest. I trust his expertise
The doctor and nurse were great.
Dr. Santos is the very best!!!
Dr. Santos is one of the best doctors I have ever had experience with. We covered the issue I was there for and then he proactively delved in to something he noticed about me that he thought we should address that was not related to my visit. It's truly a wonderful feeling to know your doctor sees you as a whole person and is paying attention to the things you might not say or bring up.
Dr. Santos always has as much time as I need to discuss concerns at my visit. That's why wait time in his office is always acceptable to me. Others get that same time.
dr Santos spent extra time answering all our questions.
Outstanding care. Have recommended to others and will continue to do so.
I love Dr. Santos.
love dr Santos
I am most fortunate to have Robert Santos as my primary care physician!
Dr Santos is simply the best - best bedside manner, best care, best concern for the patient and overall the nicest person.
Dr. Santos is the best
Dr Santos spent a lot of time discussing a problem with me.
Wonderful visit. Covered all my concerns with good suggestions. Wonderful doctor.
Doctor Robert Santos is a terrific doctor. He is friendly and always takes time to discuss my overall health and any current issues. I highly recommend Doctor Santos as a primary care physician.
been with him over 30 years. like a friend
The best.
I love Dr Santos and his staff
Good experience.
Dr. Santos is a amazing doctor! He takes plenty of time taking and explaining! He has even called me on the weekend to check progress!
I have seen Doctor Santos for 20 years now and he has made such a good impact on my life, that I have been able to reinvent myself at 44 years old for the better. :Largely due to his help, patience and understanding. Couldn't ask for better!
Good.
dr Santos is always professional and caring!
Mr Santos was wonderful
Dr. Santos is an excellent physician and I love that he is attentive, personable, and caring for my medical health.
Bob Santos is the greatest doctor! I drive 2 hours from Loomis to see him
Ended up in the hospital so care was good.
Doctor Santos is wonderful
Dr. Santos is great Dr. We really feel confident in what he tells us.
Great experience...as always
Dr Santos explained everything well and answered any questions I had.
Dr Santis is a gem
I'm going to start making my appointments his last one of the day. He never rushes me. We talk about everything! My daughter's health, my stubborn husband, me. I feel bad that he takes so much time with me. I also believe he takes that kind of time with all his patients because that his just who he is but I would feel better being last and not holding anyone up!
Dr Santos is excellent
Dr. Santos has been my physician for 20 years. He has always shown the utmost of concern for me and for any issues that come up. His diagnosis and treatment profile has always been effective.
Dr. Santos is outstanding, caring, excellent in his focus, feedback and medical advice. a consummate professional. your organization is fortunate to have him!
clear, quick and efficient...
excellent office staff for Dr Santos , 19 years I have been trusting him and his great health advice
Really the best physician I have ever had, it is really unbelievable.
Dr. Santos identified a potentially life threatening issue and had me immediately cared for and admitted to the emergency roo.
Dr. Santos is incredibly good. He spends a lot of time & attention EVERY time. Spectacular.
Dr. Santos has been my physician for years. I actually drive 2 hours to see him.
Dr Santos is great I am lucky to have him
Always feel confident that Dr Santos will give me the best option
If Dr. Santos was accepting new patients I would refer him to everyone I know!
Visit, as always, was everything you could hope for: caring, insightful, took care of the problem and made me feel confident I received the best care possible.
excellent experience in the office. I was very surprised and pleased.
Dr Santos is kind and compassionate! I've been his patient for over 30 years so he knows me quite well!
outstanding care
Dr. Santos is the best!!!!
Santos is outstanding. The best.
Dr Santos is the best. Takes the time to do exam and help you live a healthier life
Dr. Santos is my primary MD & ALWAYS is concerned about my health.
Great!
Good experience.
Always excellent care.
Very helpfull
If it weren't for Dr. Santos I'm sure I would not be here to fill out your survey!
Patient of Dr. R. Santos 25 yrs. He is an exceptional doctor. I was always very nervous around doctors. That all changed 25 yrs. ago.
Dr.Santos is the BEST! good experience
Doctor Santos treats every encounter professionally. His explanations are thorough and he takes the time to address any concerns. Great doctor!
I love Doctor Santos - He used my file folder to "fan" me while I was suffering a hot flash!! So kind and compassionate of him!
Dr. Santos has been my primary physician for over 30 years. He is solid gold!
outstanding
dr Santos is the best doctor I've ever been too
Dr Santos is exceptional. He called me later at home to see how I was doing.
Dr. Santos is THE BEST! And his staff is excellent!
I've been seeing Dr Santos for over 20 years and I love him and he is the best doctor
We had complicated and worrisome problems that DR Santos explained and solved with prescriptions and referrals. We left feeling much better and confident about solving our health problems.
Dr Santos is an outstanding care provider
Dr. Santos is the best primary care physician I have ever had.
very good doctor.
Outstanding customer service
My provider is fabulous; the system is a nightmare.
Dr Santoa is the best Primary Care Provider I have ever had and I have had a few outstanding doctors.
Dr. Santos is simply the best in my opinion and never makes you feel less than or ignorant. I am in the mental health field and understand how important the patient relationship is and so does he!
Dr. Santos is very knowledgeable and explains lab results with an emphasis on prevention for keeping healthy.
very thorough,professional and knowledgeable
I would like to recommend Dr. Santos, but long waits at his office are common and so it is hard to make a recommendation.
I felt that my husband and I will get excellent care from this office.
Extremely friendly and responsive to my questions and needs. Gives a prompt response to follow-up work that needs to be done. Puts our relationship on a friendship plane.
love my doc!
Dr Santos is the best

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