Expertise in
7
conditions

Dr. Ariel P. Santos

General Surgery
4102 24th Street, Suite 304, 
Lubbock, TX 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Referral may be required
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Expertise in
7
conditions
4102 24th Street, Suite 304, 
Lubbock, TX 

Overview

Ariel Santos is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Lubbock, Texas.

Dr. Santos is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 24 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Santos is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

General Surgery

Licenses

Trauma Surgery in TX

Hospital Affiliations

University Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
FirstCare
  • HMO
Friday Health

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Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO

Locations

4102 24th Street, Suite 304, Lubbock, TX 79410

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

24 Total Publications

Corneal abrasions in burn admissions: severity and geographic access factors in a retrospective cohort.
Corneal abrasions in burn admissions: severity and geographic access factors in a retrospective cohort.
Journal: Proceedings (Baylor University. Medical Center)
Published: July 24, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ariel P. Santos

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ariel P. Santos?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Ariel P. Santos by calling their office at 806-743-7344. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Ariel P. Santos a top-rated expert for Ogilvie Syndrome?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ariel P. Santos is classified as an Advanced expert for Ogilvie Syndrome, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Ariel P. Santos specialize in?

While Dr. Ariel P. Santos is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, and Cholecystitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.

Does Dr. Ariel P. Santos participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Ariel P. Santos has published 24 articles and abstracts on conditions like Ogilvie Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Ariel P. Santos's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Ariel P. Santos accept my insurance?

Dr. Ariel P. Santos accepts most major insurance plans, including Cigna and FirstCare. We recommend calling the office directly at 806-743-7344 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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