Overview
Cancer is a terrible disease—often one of the most frightening and uncertain experiences a person can face. My philosophy is to approach every patient with a blend of deep empathy and evidence-based treatment options, empowering them to make informed decisions that align with their values, needs, and goals. I believe that compassionate care and scientific rigor form the foundation of meaningful, personalized cancer care.
Dr. Santana is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 43 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Dr. Santana has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Rafael Santana
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Rafael Santana?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Rafael Santana by calling their office at 206-386-3751. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Rafael Santana a top-rated expert for Lung Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Rafael Santana is classified as an Elite expert for Lung Cancer, 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. Rafael Santana specialize in?
While Dr. Rafael Santana is a Oncology, they have specific expertise in Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Oncology.
Does Dr. Rafael Santana participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Rafael Santana has published 43 articles and abstracts on conditions like Lung Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Rafael Santana's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Rafael Santana accept my insurance?
Dr. Rafael Santana accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 206-386-3751 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Elite
- Lung CancerDr. Santana isElite. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Distinguished
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Santana isDistinguished. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Santana isDistinguished. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
- Large-Cell Lung CarcinomaDr. Santana isDistinguished. Learn about Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma.
- Lung AdenocarcinomaDr. Santana isDistinguished. Learn about Lung Adenocarcinoma.
- MesotheliomaDr. Santana isDistinguished. Learn about Mesothelioma.
- Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)Dr. Santana isDistinguished. Learn about Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC).
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- Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC)
- Metastatic Pleural TumorDr. Santana isAdvanced. Learn about Metastatic Pleural Tumor.
- Tongue CancerDr. Santana isAdvanced. Learn about Tongue Cancer.
- Experienced
- Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary GlandsDr. Santana isExperienced. Learn about Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands.
- Adenoid Cystic CarcinomaDr. Santana isExperienced. Learn about Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma.
- Adrenal CancerDr. Santana isExperienced. Learn about Adrenal Cancer.
- Anaplastic Thyroid CancerDr. Santana isExperienced. Learn about Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer.
- Angiosarcoma of the ScalpDr. Santana isExperienced. Learn about Angiosarcoma of the Scalp.
- Epithelial-Myoepithelial CarcinomaDr. Santana isExperienced. Learn about Epithelial-Myoepithelial Carcinoma.