Anthony Joseph DeSantis M.D.
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Anthony Joseph DeSantis M.D.
Medical Specialties
- Diabetes
- Pituitary disorders
Locations
Pituitary Program at UW Medical Center - Montlake
Languages
- English
- Italian
Patient Ratings and Reviews
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Dr. DeSantis is the best! He is always very well- informed, clear and compassionate. I feel lucky to have him as my doc.
Dr DeSantis is caring and I appreciate his support through my medical problems.
My Dr was very good explaining everything about my condition and examen me good and advice about my health
Dr. DeSantis is wonderful - trust him with my care & he listens well.
Dr Desantis is always concerned with my care. He shows empathy and offers solutions [...]
My physician demonstrated deep understanding of research and risks.
Dr DeSantis treated me with respect and care at a level rarely seen anymore. He spent time making sure I was at ease and fully informed, despite it being a routine appointment. I wish everyone I deal with in the medical industry could be more like Dr DeSantis.
Dr. DeSantis was amazing, attentive and supportive.
Dr DeSantis has always been easy to understand and communicate with. He always takes my concerns seriously and creates a reasonable game plan.
Dr. DeSantis clearly does not read and respond to patient's email questions via MyChart; thus, it has been Impossible to communicate with him after office visit.
Dr DeSantis is an inspiring physician who guides me to enjoy perfect health at age 80!
Excellent caring physician (Dr. Anthony DeSantis) [...] He is thorough, kind, self-effacing.
I was so impressed by Dr. DeSantis. I made a same-day appointment so I was very impressed that he appeared to have done a through review of my chart. He spent a long time with me listening to my issues and then explaining all treatment options.
Dr. Anthony DeSantis has been a wonderful doctor to me for about 15 years. He asks, listens, explains, and includes me in the decision make process. I can't thank him enough for providing excellent personalized care to keep me not only alive but also living a productive life. I'm lucky to have him as my endocrinologist.
Dr DeSantis is the best!
Anthony is the best.
Dr DeSantis is wonderful. He shows such warmth and caring. I know he is in high demand, and it doesn't surprise meI feel lucky to have found him to do my osteoporosis treatments!
Dr. DeSantis presented many options and explained how each one was different.
Dr. DeSantis is wonderfully kind, caring, listens to my concerns and offers helpful advice to cope with my concerns.
Dr. Desantis shows great care and seems to have a high level of expertise and advice for the care I'm receiving.
Dr. Anthony DeSantis provided his usual thorough and helpful care. We discussed problem and arrived at a course of action.
Dr DeSantis was very kind and took the time I needed explain where I was in terms of the progression of my osteoporosis. He also answered all of my questions regarding steps I can do to manage the progression and maintain my health [...]
I was seen by both the Fellow and the senior doctor. Both were excellent.
I give Dr. DeSantis an excellent rating due to his clear explanations and very thoughtful questions.
Amazing doctor! Kind, compassionate, extremely knowledgeable and listened
Dr. DeSantis is the best doctor I have ever had.
My provider is excellent and explains everything to me regarding my health. I really appreciate this provider.
I feel very fortunate to be Dr. DeSantis' patient - he takes excellent care of me and is very knowledgeable of my unique situation.
Dr. DeSantis is a true great and rare doctor and he pays attention to my entire health as well as the specific symptoms. Always leave his office with. Great hope and high energy to take control of my health and strive to do better. Thank him for me
Dr Desantis is amazing.
I have been seeing Dr Desantis close to 7 years now and every single time I talked to him he made me feel I am the most important person he is caring for. He took his time to explain everything and answered all my questions and gave me options. He has helped me deal with my ailment in every possible way. He is an awesome person and doctor!
Dr Desantis is excellent. He has a deep knowledge base, is resourceful, listens well and is committed to patient success and health.
Love Dr DeSantis. Very caring, listens and explains thoroughly
Dr. DeSantis was very friendly and attentive to my concerns. His suggestions for blood work and other testing caused me to feel that he was being very thorough about caring for me and studying my current health. He wants to have a follow up appointment after all of my results are in to discuss them with me.
Dr DeSantis is clearly an excellent listener with concern for patient input & desires, but offers advice based on sound knowledge. [...]
Dr. DeSamtis is the kindest, most understanding doctor. He saved my life literally 6 years ago. I would recommend him to anyone.
I recommend Dr. DeSantis to anyone and everyone. He is the best doctor!!
Dr DeSantis is a caring physician.
I have the best doctor care at this facility.
Dr. DeSantis ALWAYS listens carefully then addresses my questions or concerns with thorough and understandable explanations.
Dr DeSantis is a fantastic provider who demonstrates his concern to his patients. He is number one.
Dr DeSantis was excellent is his concern, expertise and explaining my treatment plan to me! I would highly recommend him to others!! He is one of the reasons I'm so very pleased to be a UW Medicine patient!!
...Dr. DeSantis was incredibly kind and thorough in my care. 7/10 he listens well and takes time to answer all my questions...
Doctor acted professionally and right to the point.
Great
Dr. DeSantis was very attentive and allowed me to describe a new issue, which we discussed thoroughly.
Dr Desantis involved me in decision regarding change in a medication, with respect and concern.
DeSantis is great!
De Desantis is the BEST! He keeps me informed and cares so much. I am so grateful he is my Dr
Excellent Dr. It was my first time with Dr. DeSantis. He is a great Dr. I felt very comfortable and he did proper exam for my condition and seems had studied my previous history and had proper holistic view for my treatment. Such doctors made me want to come to UWA.
About Anthony Joseph DeSantis
Anthony DeSantis, M.D., is a board certified physician at the Endocrine and Diabetes Care Center at UWMC-Roosevelt and a UW professor of Medicine and Metabolism, Endocrinology and Nutrition.
Dr. DeSantis specializes in endocrinology and sees patients with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, adrenal problems, metabolic bone disease, pituitary problems and thyroid problems. He strives to create active partnerships with his patients to achieve the best possible outcomes.
Dr. DeSantis earned his M.D. at Albany Medical College in New York. He is board certified in both Internal Medicine and Endocrinology. His clinical and research interests include Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, adrenal problems, metabolic bone disease, pituitary problems and thyroid problems.
Education and Training
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Northwestern Memorial HospitalFellowship, 2002, EndocrinologyNorthwestern Univ. Medical SchoolResidency, 1997Northwestern Univ. Medical SchoolResidency, 1996, General Internal MedicineNorthwestern Univ. Medical SchoolInternship, 1994, General Internal MedicineAlbany Medical CollegeMedical education, 1993
Board Certifications
- Endocrinology, 2002, American Board of Internal Medicine
- General Internal Medicine, 1996, American Board of Internal Medicine