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Dr. Teresita Santiago-Escalera, MD

Dr. Teresita Santiago-Escalera, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology*

Dr. Teresita Santiago-Escalera, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Howard Beach, NY. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Plainview Hospital and Glen Cove Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (13 reviews)

The Woman's Health Pavillion

8212 151st Ave Howard Beach, NY 11414
Telehealth available

Dr. Santiago-Escalera is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • Good hospital quality
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Dr. Santiago-Escalera's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Santiago-Escalera

3.7

13 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
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Sandy - Hicksville, NY – Aug 16, 2023
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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
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Mar 15, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 27, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
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Antonia – Jun 24, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
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Susan in ny woodside – Apr 23, 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
2 people found this helpful
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Wendy in Forest Hills, NY – Sep 14, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

My personal relationship with my patients is what keeps me going. I'm proud to say that many of my patients send their mothers, their daughters, their sisters, and their friends into the office for care. I love what I do, and I think patients can sense that.
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

  • Prenatal Care

  • Obstetric & Gynecologic Surgery

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  • New York Medical College/ Metropolitan Hospital Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2010
  • University Of Hawaii

    Internship Hospital, 2009
  • University Of Puerto Rico / Medical Sciences Campus

    Undergraduate School, 2004
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    Locations

    The Woman's Health Pavillion

    The Woman's Health Pavillion8212 151st Ave Howard Beach, NY 11414
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      • Mon: 8:00am - 8:00pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 8:00pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 8:00pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 8:00pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 4:00pm
      • Sat: 8:00am - 1:00pm
      • Sun: closed
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    The Woman's Health Pavillion

    The Woman's Health Pavillion158 Hempstead Ave Lynbrook, NY 11563
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      • Mon: 8:00am - 8:00pm
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      • Fri: 8:00am - 4:00pm
      • Sat: 8:00am - 2:00pm
      • Sun: 12:00am - 12:00am
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    The Woman's Health Pavillion

    The Woman's Health Pavillion7309 Myrtle Ave Glendale, NY 11385
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      • Mon: 8:00am - 8:00pm
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      • Fri: 8:00am - 4:00pm
      • Sat: 8:00am - 1:00pm
      • Sun: 12:00am - 12:00am
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    The Woman's Health Pavillion

    The Woman's Health Pavillion372 Post Ave Westbury, NY 11590
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      • Mon: 8:00am - 8:00pm
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      • Fri: 8:00am - 4:00pm
      • Sat: 8:00am - 1:00pm
      • Sun: 12:00am - 12:00am
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    The Woman's Health Pavillion

    The Woman's Health Pavillion2950 Hempstead Tpke Levittown, NY 11756
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      • Mon: 8:00am - 8:00pm
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      • Fri: 8:00am - 4:00pm
      • Sat: 8:00am - 1:00pm
      • Sun: 12:00am - 12:00am
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    The Woman's Health Pavillion

    The Woman's Health Pavillion10933 71st Rd Ste 2G Forest Hills, NY 11375
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      • Mon: 8:00am - 8:00pm
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      • Fri: 8:00am - 4:00pm
      • Sat: 8:00am - 1:00pm
      • Sun: 12:00am - 12:00am
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    The Woman's Health Pavillion

    The Woman's Health Pavillion514 Ocean Ave Massapequa, NY 11758
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      • Mon: 8:00am - 8:00pm
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      • Wed: 8:00am - 8:00pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 8:00pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 4:00pm
      • Sat: 8:00am - 1:00pm
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Glen Cove Hospital

      101 Saint Andrews Ln
      Glen Cove, NY 11542

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

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% 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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    • NYU Langone Hospitals

      550 1st Ave
      New York, NY 10016
      Recipient of 62
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

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

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      78%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

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    • North Shore University Hospital

      300 Community Dr
      Manhasset, NY 11030
      Recipient of 19
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      View all awards

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

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

      73%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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