Dr. Hector Santiago
DPM
Dr. Hector Santiago is a native of Lakeland, Florida, and a podiatrist with Weil Foot & Ankle Institute who supports patients in English and Spanish.
Languages Spoken: Spanish, English
- DPM, Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine
- Weil Foot & Ankle Institute Fellow, 2024-2025
- Board Certified Podiatrist (ABPM)
A Florida native serving Chicagoland patients
Dr. Hector Santiago is a native of Lakeland, Florida, and a podiatrist with Weil Foot & Ankle Institute.
Dr. Santiago earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biomedical Sciences and a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from the University of South Florida. He pursued his medical education at Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine in Miami. There he was elected as the National Alternate Delegate for the American Podiatric Medical Student Association (APMSA), playing a pivotal role in expanding the field of podiatry through various committees.
Dr. Santiago completed his residency at Baptist Health Bethesda East Hospital in Boynton Beach, FL, where he served as Chief Resident during his third year. Dr. Santiago was the Weil Foot & Ankle Institute Fellow for the 2024-2025 year.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Dr. Santiago has a passion for traveling to explore diverse cultures, going to the beach, and watching sports. He also enjoys spending time with friends and family and following Formula 1 and hockey.
Dr. Santiago supports his patients in both English and Spanish.
Awards & Publications
Certifications
Board Certified Podiatrist (ABPM)
Education
- Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences from the University of South Florida.
- Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of South Florida.
- Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from the Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine, Miami, FL.
- Residency at Baptist Health Bethesda East Hospital, Boynton Beach, FL.
- Fellowship in Reconstructive Rearfoot and Trauma at Weil Foot & Ankle Institute.
Hospital Affiliations
- Weil Foot & Ankle Institute, Chicago Ridge, IL.
- Weil Foot & Ankle Institute, Tinley Park, IL.
Research
His residency was marked by active participation in research, leading to first place recognition at the Florida Podiatric Medical Association's Annual SAM Conference for his research presentation on the topic of Total Ankle Replacements.
Leadership Roles
- Elected as the National Alternate Delegate for the American Podiatric Medical Student Association (APMSA), playing a pivotal role in expanding the field of podiatry through various committees.
- Served as Chief Resident during his third year of residency at Baptist Health Bethesda East Hospital.
Awards and Honors
First place recognition at the Florida Podiatric Medical Association's Annual SAM Conference for his research presentation on the topic of Total Ankle Replacements.
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