Tiffanie Santos MD

What made you want to become a health care provider or what is your earliest memory of wanting to be one?

My earliest memory of wanting to be a doctor was at 5 years old when I visited the hospital where my mother worked. I had always been interested in the sciences and also serving others.

What do you love most about your specialty? / Why did you choose your specialty?

I love pediatrics because it is this time in the patient's life that they are most impressionable. I love working with parents and children to improve their quality of life.

How do you connect with your patients?

I use language that they understand and I allow for open, bidirectional discussions.

What are your interests outside of the office (hobbies, activities)?

Church activities, volleyball, exploring the outdoors, traveling.

What is your advice for your patients?

A healthy lifestyle is a combination of healthy food choices and physical activity.