As a thoracic surgeon in Oklahoma, Dr. Kathylee Santangelo is trained to perform complicated surgeries on the lungs, esophagus, heart and other parts of the chest.
Yes, Dr. Kathylee Santangelo is accepting new patients at this office.
(405) 869-7012
8855 E Reno, Suite 204, Midwest City, OK 73110-7724
Dr. Kathylee Santangelo graduated from MCP Hahnemann University College of Medicine in 1985.
Dr. Santangelo has one office in Oklahoma where she specializes in Thoracic Surgery, Cardiac Surgery, Vascular Surgery and Preventive Medicine.
Following rigorous and lengthy training, thoracic surgeons are uniquely qualified to perform complex surgeries on the chest, or thorax as it is sometimes called. Their focus is usually on the lungs, esophagus, and other areas of the chest, and may also include the heart. As such, Dr. Santangelo may see patients in Oklahoma for a wide range of surgeries, for example removing cancer causing tumors from the esophagus and chest wall, or even a lung transplant.
Dr. Kathylee Santangelo is a cardiac surgeon dedicated to the surgical treatment of cardiovascular and heart ailments. These may include rheumatic, ischemic, endocarditis, atherosclerosis, and valvular, or congenital heart disease. Dr. Santangelo may conduct procedures such as heart transplant surgery, coronary artery bypass, surgical implantation of pacemakers and defibrillators, or heart valve repair.
Vascular surgeons are trained to evaluate and treat complications and diseases of the circulatory system including arteries, veins, and blood vessels. Dr. Santangelo may offer a range of surgical and non-surgical treatments, including the removal of plaque from arteries, treatment of varicose veins, and surgery to prevent aneurysms, heart attacks or coronary artery disease, among others.
Preventive medicine doctors specialize in predictive and preventive medicine. Dr. Santangelo is trained to educate and work side-by-side with patients to help them make choices resulting in a healthy lifestyle. This can include sticking to a nutritious diet and regular exercise regimen for optimal health. Preventive medicine can have a great effect on a patient's health by preempting future illnesses or diseases due to a healthy lifestyle and conscientious medical care.
MCP Hahnemann University College of Medicine
MD • 1985
Please Note: The information displayed below is sourced from the 2014 Medicare Physician and Other Supplier National Provider Identifier (NPI) Aggregate Report. It's important to remember that the statistics below are not inclusive of all patients treated by Dr. Santangelo, but only those who participate in Medicare.