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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I was late for appointment due to terrible traffic from Tacoma. Despite shorter appointment time Dr. DeSantis was tremendous and answered all my questions.
The RN and Dr. DeSantis were wonderful. Dr. DeSantis explained everything well, he was very reassuring. I very much appreciate the effort made so I could come in as soon as I could.
This was a fantastic visit. I've been very worried and now have a plan. Dr. DeSantis is a great listener and explains things well. A true partner in my health.
I love Dr. DeSantis. I have been a patient of his since [...]. He is an excellent physician and I love how he listens to his patients. You need more physicians like Dr. DeSantis at UW. He is a truly great physician and someone younger physicians can learn from.
The appointment went very well. Doctor DeSantis and his staff professional and caring. Transportation around the hospital was excellent and professional
Dr. DeSantis is a very caring and knowledgeable physician.
Dr DeSantis has always been so helpful and caring to me. He is an integral part of my life and my health.
DR. DeSantis is one of the UW's best physicians that I've been involved with . He is a highly trained and highly engaging physician. He does an excellent job of keeping track of who I am and the paths that I need to take to care for my diabetes.I hope that he stays at the clinic a long time because he's one of your best!
I'm so impressed with Dr. DeSantis! Endocrinology is so hard for me to grasp, but he is a clear, thoughtful communicator. Both my husband and I were extremely happy about my recent appointment. [...]
Best doctor ever really respect him great bedside manner
Dr.DeSantis is always very caring and shows that he cares about the entire patient. He knows about the patients too.
Dr. DeSantis is very caring and an excellent doctor
Dr. DeSantis is one of your best providers. I trust his knowledge and experience and know that he is looking at my holistic health and his advices have greatly improved my health. I appreciate his efforts and care and wish him the best.
Sincere thanks to doctor DeSantis for his professionalism, help and advice.
Dr. DeSantis is very knowledgeable and a very caring provider! His treatment plan had excellent results. I would definitely recommend him!
DeSantis is simply the best Doctor in the planet
Dr. DeSantis is the best doctor! Takes the time to get to know you - just not the medical stuff _____ he's great.
I am very satisfied with the treatment I received from Dr. DeSantis
Extremely impressed and grateful for my first visit with Dr. DeSantis. Listened to my history and had excellent recommendations for changes to my cancer treatment.
Dr desantis is fantastic. He's compassionate, professional, willing to dialogue. I feel so lucky to be working with him.
Anthony DeSantis is most informative, never rushed, empathetic, and supportive. Personable as well, he's professional and he also acts like a real person. I suppose that's hard to explain though those who are many doctors would know. I have had a few different endocrinologists and I am definitely happy to be in Anthony DeSantis's care! He's playing one of the most important roles in my health and I appreciate him.
Dr. De Santis was engaged, caring, and understood my concerns. He had appropriately prepared for my visit. He explained my diagnosis thoroughly, went over my DXA films in detail and presented appropriate options for me. Excellent, thorough, personal care.
He was great! Did an excellent job
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!! He takes the time to answer all my questions with expertise and care. I appreciate him so much and feel grateful to have him as my [...] doc.
Dr. DeSantis exhibited sincere concern and appreciation of my circumstances.
Dr. DeSantis is very knowledgeable and willing to discuss all aspects of care. He was able to show me pictures from the bone scan and helped me better understand the results. He was very supportive of my desire to test/challenge the need to be on medication for hypothyroidism.
DeSantis provides excellent care, takes the time to explain and answer all my questions, and provides a treatment plan I know Is best for my Individual health care needs.
Dr DeSantis is an excellent Doc with incredible patient care. He is kind and compassionate and never seems rushed all while be thorough with my care.
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.
Everything was clear with regard to test results and next steps in my treatment, which was very good!
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. DiSantis does an excellent job of explaining and recommending options and tailoring my treatment as we go. I have already recommended him to others!
Dr. DeSantis explains evidence-based options and discusses their risks and benefits. He listens and explains well.
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 was amazing and totally worth the wait. He clearly understood my condition and had experience with it. He listened to me and gave advice based on the things that I said. [...]
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