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 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 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.
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.
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. 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.
Dr Desantis- is the best specialist in Seattle! He came out and got me In the lobby after the front desk forgot about me.
Dr. DeSantis was the first doctor to not aggressively push me into a direction. He enabled me to feel confident by allowing me to ask difficult questions. Weighing out the pros and cons were really important and he made sure I had the answers I needed to make an informed decision.
Everyone was awesome from the staff person who checked me in to [...] Dr. A. Desantis. [...]
Dr. DeSantis was not rushed and really listened. He was excellent
The care team worked well and effectively with me and on my behalf
I love the UW clinics and especially Dr. DeSantis. He is always so caring and helpful in assisting me to manage my diabetes!
The doctor was friendly, human.
Dr. DeSantis and his nurse are both incredible. I really appreciate how attentive, kind, and knowledgeable they are.
Dr. DeSantis is the best!!! He talks to you, listens to you, and explains test results.
Dr. Desantis is the best doctor I've had in my long list of specialists. He is compassionate, caring, and knowledgeable. He goes above and beyond to make sure I feel heard and that I understand my care plan.
[...]Dr. DeSantis listened to me and took me seriously.
My Dr. Is so very kind and empathetic
The doctor had a wonderful manner and put my fears at ease.
Everyone did well, I am particularly fond of Dr. DeSantis.
The Dr. Was especially thorough and helpful.
Dr. DeSantis is the best!
Dr. De Santis has an amazing "bedside manner". He is kind and warm, looked directly at me, explained everything very well, and treated me as an intelligent human. I wasn't well prepared, but he didn't make me feel dumb about it. Appreciated. [...]
Dr. Desantis "ALWAYS" makes my visits better always has time for me [...]
Everything was great
[...] the nurse or assistant was very kind and thoughtful. Dr de Santis very kind, patient and thorough. A very positive experience.
Love *Dr. Desantis.
I don't have any suggestions for improvements. The office is well trained and helpful and Dr DeSantis makes my experience perfect.
Dr. DeSantis, his Med Assistant and the Lab staff made my appointment and resulting service an exceptional experience! I believe I received the best care possible.
Dr De Santis is wonderful! [...]
5 stars to *Dr. Anthony J. Desantis, great empathy, good response on portal, great physician. [...]
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