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Dr. Richard Santen, MD

Dr. Richard Santen, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism*
55+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Santen, MD is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in Charlottesville, VA and has over 55 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Santen has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN / ANN ARBOR in 1965. He is affiliated with UVA Health Sciences Center. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 8 reviews 5 Star Rating (8 reviews)

UVA Health Diabetes and Endocrine Clinic

415 Ray C Hunt Dr Ste 2100 Charlottesville, VA 22903

Make an Appointment

(434) 924-1825

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Santen is affiliated with UVA Health Sciences Center Charlottesville, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Santen specializes in the areas of Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Santen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Santen

5.0

8 ratings, 5 with a written review
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 09, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 29, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
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Apr 12, 2024
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Mai Kibena in Palmyra, VA – Nov 15, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Charlottesville, VA – May 11, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr Richard Santen, an endocrinologist, treating patients with thyroid cancer, diabetes, fibrocystic disease at UVA Health in Charlottesville, VA.

biography

Dr. Richard Santen, an endocrinologist, treating patients with thyroid cancer, diabetes, fibrocystic disease at UVA Health in Charlottesville, VA.

  • Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

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  • University Of Michigan / Ann Arbor

    Medical School, 1965
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology
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Internal Medicine
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Locations

UVA Health Diabetes and Endocrine Clinic

UVA Health Diabetes and Endocrine Clinic415 Ray C Hunt Dr Ste 2100 Charlottesville, VA 22903
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • UVA Health Sciences Center

    1215 Lee St
    Charlottesville, VA 22908
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

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