Rafael Santana
Expertise in
14
conditions
Expertise in
14
conditions

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 clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.

Dr. Santana is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 43 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Santana is currently accepting new patients.

Graduate Institution

Universidad Anahuac Escuela De Medicina , 2001

Residency

University of Minnesota Medical School , 2006

Specialties

Oncology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in WA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Internal Medicine

Fellowships

Mayo Clinic , 2010

Hospital Affiliations

Swedish Medical Center / Cherry Hill
Swedish Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Locations

Medical Oncology - Swedish Cancer Institute First Hill
1221 Madison Street, Seattle, WA 98104

Additional Areas of Focus

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.

Lung Cancer
Mesothelioma
Metastatic Uveal Melanoma

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

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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 Distinguished 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

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