Richard Santore, MD - San Diego, CA

Anonymous 

on Healthgrades

3 years ago

As a Registered Nurse, I have seen the good, the bad, and the ugly in medicine, especially when it comes to patient care. Dr. Santore ranks in the top 1% of all MDs that I have ever dealt with. Besides his years of expertise, his bedside manner exceeds all expectations. I saw him for a second opinion of my need for hip replacement. He took the time to explain everything and calm my nerves. He did not sit in front of a computer and type away while I spoke. He actually listened to what I was saying and I felt "heard", not bein... read more

Chris E. McGoey 

on Healthgrades

3 years ago

Dr. Santore’s surgical consultation clarified complex hip replacement surgery that put my mind at ease. I now have the confidence to make informed decisions about an important surgery to return my mobility and quality of life. Dr. Santore and his assistant Henry communicate well and went above and beyond what I expected. I can highly recommend him. 

Anonymous 

on Healthgrades

4 years ago

My experience has been outstanding with the knee replacement surgery. I am now at three weeks post surgery and the PT people tell me I am at the point that most of their patients take six weeks to get to. I am sure it is because of the talent and care of Dr Santore. 

Anonymous 

on Healthgrades

4 years ago

I’ve never met a more kind and caring surgeon. He spends whatever time necessary to help get his patients. Every single patient tells of how he’s changed their life and I can 100% confirm that he does exactly that. 

Emma Jensen 

on Healthgrades

4 years ago

I have had 4 major surgeries on my hips and of all of my doctors, Dr. Santore is in a league of his own. He was the only one who was able to properly diagnose me and perform the specialized surgery I needed. Not only is he incredibly knowledgable, he is kind and thoughtful. He takes the time to listen and treats patients with a level of respect I have never had before. He told me that my pain was real, my condition was specialized and others did not understand it, and that my underlying structural issues had never been addre... read more

Laura 

on Healthgrades

5 years ago

I had my first PAO in 2015 and the second in 2016 under the care of Dr. Santore. I'll have to say that I was very fortunate to have been referred to him. He genuinely cares about his patients, is thorough in his explanations, never rushed and a funny guy. I feel great and thankful that I had a top notch doctor with a sense of humor. 

Desiree 

on Healthgrades

6 years ago

I had two periacetabular osteotomies done (one on each hip) with Dr. Santore nearly two years ago after 7 prior hip surgeries with other doctors. I am now 28 years old, and finally able to start living a normal life. Not only is Dr. Santore an incredible surgeon, he genuinely cares about his patients. He never seemed rushed and was always genuine in the care he provided. I am so grateful to have found Dr. Santore. 

Kasey Higbee 

on Healthgrades

6 years ago

I had a periacetabelur osteotomy on my left hip nearly 10 years ago after a lifetime of pain and multiple other procedures and surgeries. Dr Santore save my quality of life and I thank him and his team every day. 

Gabrielle Steinau 

on Healthgrades

6 years ago

In October, 2017, I found myself privileged to be under the care of the world-renowned orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Richard F. Santore and his excellent Clinical Assistant, Henry Tchaghlassian, via the Orthopaedic Medical Group. Evidence to the exceptional skill of Dr. Santore, I was able to walk pain free 3 hours after my THA surgery. I will always hold Dr. Santore in highest regard for the supreme level of care and superlative medical expertise provided to me.