Dr. Ian Santoro, M.D. grew up in Massachusetts. He received his B.A. from Harvard University in Cambridge, MA in 1980. He received his medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York, NY. He completed his Internal Medicine Residency and Cardiology Fellowship at the University of Chicago. He then completed a Cardiac Electrophysiology and Pacemaker Fellowship at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center.
Dr. Ian Santoro, M.D. grew up in Massachusetts. He received his B.A. from Harvard University in Cambridge, MA in 1980. He received his medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York, NY. He completed his Internal Medicine Residency and Cardiology Fellowship at the University of Chicago. He then completed a Cardiac Electrophysiology and Pacemaker Fellowship at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center.
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Dr. Santoro is a pleasure to have as my Doctor. He is both professional and friendly. He explains my medical conditions in a straightforward manner. He makes me feel confident that I am getting excellent care in all areas
(1 week ago)
Dec-2025
I am very comfortable with him. He is forthcoming answering all of my questions. I highly recommend him.
(2 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
Overall an excellent experience. Dr. Santoro inspires one with great confidence. He listens carefully to you before he recommends treatment. He explains your condition so you can understand everything.
(2 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
Since implanting a pacemaker in 2019 I have seen Dr. Santoro for regular follow ups and could not be more pleased. Always professional and personable, answering any questions or concerns I have clearly and thoroughly. Excellent.
(2 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
explains everything very well. great personality. puts you at ease.
(2 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
He is a wonderful Dr. a very caring person, who provides the best care for his patients. He provides a great atmosphere and great knowledge while also providing kindness and support. Excellent Dr.
(2 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
Excellent
(3 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
Soft spoken great doctor
(3 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
Love dr santoro
(3 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
Caring and on top of everything. I would
recommend this Doctor to anyone. He is qualified to perform watchman device and other devices.
(3 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
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Albany
7 Southwoods Boulevard Albany, NY 12211
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2200 Burdett Ave. Troy, NY 12180
Dr. Ian Santoro, M.D. grew up in Massachusetts. He received his B.A. from Harvard University in Cambridge, MA in 1980. He received his medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York, NY. He completed his Internal Medicine Residency and Cardiology Fellowship at the University of Chicago. He then completed a Cardiac Electrophysiology and Pacemaker Fellowship at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center.
Dr. Santoro is board-certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Diseases, and Cardiac Electrophysiology and Pacing. His practice includes clinical cardiology and cardiac electrophysiology. His area of expertise is the treatment of patients with cardiac arrhythmias, or heart rhythm disorders, including the management of patients with pacemakers and cardiac defibrillators. Dr. Santoro’s primary interest is radiofrequency catheter ablation, a curative procedure for rhythm disorders, with a special interest in ablation of atrial fibrillation and implantation of the Boston Scientific Watchman device.
He works primarily at St. Peter’s Hospital and secondarily at Albany Medical Center in Albany, NY.
Dr. Santoro is married to Carol R. Santoro, MD, and has two children.
Education: 1976-1980 B.A. Harvard University Cambridge, MA
1980-1982 Research, Department of Cell Biology Massachusetts General Hospital Boston, MA
1982-1986 Medical Degree Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons New York, NY
1986-1989 Internship and Residency Department of Medicine University of Chicago Chicago, IL
1989-1991 Fellowship, Cardiovascular Diseases University of Chicago Chicago, IL
1991-1993 Fellowship, Cardiac Electrophysiology University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center Oklahoma City, OK
Board Certification: Cardiovascular Diseases, Cardiac Electrophysiology and Pacing
Professional Society Memberships: Fellow, American College of Cardiology Fellow, Heart Rhythm Society Medical Society of the State of New York
Specialties: Cardiac Arrhythmias, Radiofrequency Catheter Ablation, Cardiac Pacemakers and Defibrillators Faculty: St.Peter’s Hospital, Albany Medical Center Hospital
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Dr. Santoro is a pleasure to have as my Doctor. He is both professional and friendly. He explains my medical conditions in a straightforward manner. He makes me feel confident that I am getting excellent care in all areas
I am very comfortable with him. He is forthcoming answering all of my questions. I highly recommend him.
Overall an excellent experience. Dr. Santoro inspires one with great confidence. He listens carefully to you before he recommends treatment. He explains your condition so you can understand everything.
Since implanting a pacemaker in 2019 I have seen Dr. Santoro for regular follow ups and could not be more pleased. Always professional and personable, answering any questions or concerns I have clearly and thoroughly. Excellent.
explains everything very well. great personality. puts you at ease.
He is a wonderful Dr. a very caring person, who provides the best care for his patients. He provides a great atmosphere and great knowledge while also providing kindness and support. Excellent Dr.
Excellent
Soft spoken great doctor
Love dr santoro
Caring and on top of everything. I would recommend this Doctor to anyone. He is qualified to perform watchman device and other devices.