Dr. Santiago is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who sub-specializes in hand and upper extremity surgery. He treats conditions involving the bones, tendons, nerves, and muscles of the entire upper extremity in addition to general orthopedics. He is trained in fracture management, reconstruction, microvascular and nerve surgery of the hand, wrist, elbow, shoulder, arm, and forearm.
He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) and the American Society for Surgery of the Hand (ASSH). Dr. Santiago prides himself in listening and working together with patients to make a diagnosis and provide treatment options compatible with their goals and expectations.
Dr. Santiago enjoys time with his family, watching movies, playing ice hockey, and relaxing at the beach. In addition, Dr. Santiago promotes and recognizes high school scholar achievement by awarding the Harvard Book Prize to deserving local high school students.
Areas of Expertise
- Fracture Management
- Reconstruction
- Microvascular & Nerve Surgery
Education & Training
- M.D.
Wayne State University School of Medicine
Detroit, MI - B.A.
Harvard University
Cambridge, MA - General Surgery Internship
Northwestern University School of Medicine
Chicago, IL - Orthopedic Surgery Residency
Northwestern University School of Medicine
Chicago, IL - Hand & Upper Extremity Fellowship
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Pittsburgh, PA
Professional Associations & Awards
- Associations
American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons
American Society for Surgery of the Hand
Alpha Omega Alpha - Awards
School Teaching Award, Northwestern Medical School
Alpha Omega Alpha
Magna Cum Laude, Harvard University
Certification & Licensure
- Board Certified
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Subspecialty Certification in Surgery of the Hand - State Licensure
South Carolina