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About Me

Conditions I specialize in
  • Internal Medicine

 These three simple, yet profound, words are the foundation of Uma Santhanam, M.D.'s practice. Throughout her 14-year medical career, the last ten in private practice, Dr. Santhanam has partnered with patients on customized plans of care to ensure they are living life to the fullest. Now, as a physician partner with TriHealth, she seeks to provide the same level of quality care to all patients. Dr. Santhanam works with adult patients, age 18 and older, on prevention, detection and treatment of common illnesses. In addition, she also focuses on managing chronic conditions like asthma, COPD, diabetes, and hypertension. With an emphasis on preventive medicine, Dr. Santhanam recommends lifestyle modifications as a means for achieving and maintaining optimal health. She enjoys educating patients about their conditions and treatment plans, and stresses the importance of being your own best advocate with your health.

Dr. Santhanam's practice focus includes:

Acute adult illness

Preventive medicine

Asthma

COPD

Diabetes

Hypertension

Locations I practice at

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Education

  • Rajah Muthiah Medical College | Medical School, 1994
    Doctor of Medicine (MD)
  • Good Samaritan Hospital | Internship, 1998
  • Good Samaritan Hospital | Residency, 2000

Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine | Other, 2001

Ratings and Reviews

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
4.9 / 5 (351 ratings, 10 comments)
Comments from patients
  • 5 / 5
    Dr Santhanum is always attuned to my requests, concerns, questions
    Reviewed February 19, 2026
  • 5 / 5
    My mom and Dad and 2 sisters see her because of my relationship with her
    Reviewed February 17, 2026
  • 5 / 5
    Good
    Reviewed February 17, 2026
  • 5 / 5
    No comment
    Reviewed February 14, 2026
  • 5 / 5
    Dr. Uma Santhanam talked very fast and I had to slow her down a few times. Other than that, I was very pleased with her and the nurse.
    Reviewed February 04, 2026
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