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Renato Maria Santos

Renato Maria Santos, MD

4.9547 ratings

Interventional Cardiology

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Highlights

Languages

  • English

About Renato Maria Santos

Emory Affiliation

Emory Clinic - School of Medicine Faculty
Emory Healthcare Network
Emory Physician Group Practice

Academic Title

Assistant Professor

Year Started Practicing

1997

Interpretive Services

To provide the highest quality of care, interpreter services may be utilized to ensure proper communication of medical information for deaf, hard-of-hearing, and non-English speaking patients or family members.

Locations

  1. Emory Heart & Vascular Center
  2. Emory at Buford
  3. Emory at Avalon - Heart & Vascular

Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: Duke University Medical Center, Interventional Cardiology, 1997
  • Residency: Duke University Medical Center, Internal Medicine, 1993
  • Internship: Duke University Medical Center, Internal Medicine, 1991
  • Medical Education: University of Iowa, MD, 1990

Board Certifications

  • Interventional Cardiology: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2000
  • Cardiovascular Disease: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1997
  • Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1993

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

547 ratings

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.

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Provider explained things clearly
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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/24/2026

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/20/2026

    Dr took his time with me and explained my medical concerns. He professional and very knowledgeable.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/6/2026

    My first visit with Dr Santos. Really liked him.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/26/2026

    Dr. Santos is very good at explaining things and addressing concerns.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/26/2026

    Great visit Dr Santos's very through and listens

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/20/2026

    Listens to concerns. Provides solutions for them

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/17/2026

    Doctor Santos was very professional and explained my options very clearly

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/12/2026

    Great experience.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/3/2026

    I truly like Dr. Santos. He sits and listens and gives me necessary feedback in my care. Really a great doctor!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/31/2026

    Dr. Santos was very professional, personable, attentive, & thorough with the care that I received. He listened to me, he reviewed chart information to get a full understanding of my concerns, & explained clearly his treatment plan.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/24/2026

    Dr. Santos is a likable guy!! Always pleasant.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/22/2026

    Dr Renato Santos is always 0n time to the minute!! He sets the standard In origination and patient care! He has researched your case before arrival. He is very friendly, listens well, and responds to any questions you have, and takes immediate action on tangible Takeaways and summary provided by staff upon leaving the office.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/18/2025

    Dr Santos is great communicating with patient.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/18/2025

    I completely trust Dr Santos and feel that I have a great relationship with him. He is very empathetic and caring. He is always very clear as to what path he wants me to be on. He is very thorough with my care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/18/2025

    Dr Santos talked to me about different testing which I appreciated

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/16/2025

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/16/2025

    Dr Santos is very concerned with my care. He reviews lab test, scans and INR results. He is thorough.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/12/2025

    I appreciate it Dr Santos answering my questions directly and hearing my concerns and offering suggestions. The service was good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/6/2025

    Impressed with the time Dr. Santos spent to explain possible courses of action.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/5/2025

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/27/2025

    Looked for solution to my concerns

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/27/2025

    He was very professional AND personable! Liked him very much!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/13/2025

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/11/2025

    I feel very safe and secure in Dr Santos knowledge, abilities and overall care. He knows me. He listens. He explains. I am very appreciative that I have a Dr I completely trust with my life

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/8/2025

    Excellent Discussion of new treatment options. Dr Santos is very thorough.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/7/2025

    Never felt so comfortable with a Doctor and his assistant

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/6/2025

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/6/2025

    I have so many other issues so when I come to see doctor he is just wonderful! He doesn't make me feel like a crazy old lady!. He explains things to me that now I can try before my next appointment. And he's glad that if I have some symptoms that at this time I don't have. He knows I will come back. I never feel like I'm just a crazy old lady. I am so grateful for his understanding, and of course his patience with me. His staff is an extension of him and you can't train for that. That all comes from their heart. Thank you for him being my cardiologist.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/5/2025

    Sr Santos is excellent, it takes the time to explain my situation and guide me through a clear path to diagnose and solve it

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/28/2025

    Dr. Santos is extremely concerned and listens. He does not rush but is very professional and kind.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/18/2025

    I think Dr Santos is the best!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/10/2025

    Dr Santos is very professional, knowledgeable and kind.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/8/2025

    All good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/5/2025

    I have been pleased with the care received by Dr Santos. He is professional and personable. Dr Santos takes the time to listen to concerns, answer questions, and provide options/suggestions. I am thankful for his expertise.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/2/2025

    Dr. Santos is wonderful. His bedside manner is the perfect balance of friendliness and clinical knowledge. He makes you feel appreciated! Thank you Dr. Santos!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/1/2025

    Doctor was excellent and I am very happy with him and would definitely recommend him

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/1/2025

    Very pleased

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/20/2025

    Dr.Santos listened to me and was very thorough with his care and treatment plan. He explained why going on a statin was a safer than taking Red Rice yeast to help with my cholesterol

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/18/2025

    Good experience all around

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/16/2025

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/4/2025

    Fast and efficient!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/21/2025

    Dr Santos is kind, knowledgeable, and I trust him.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/15/2025

    Wonderful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/14/2025

    For the first time in a long time, all of my questions were legitimately answered by a doctor instead of me leaving with a mental list of confusing things to google. A+

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/14/2025

    Very good care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/10/2025

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/23/2025

    Dr very concerned with patient welfare

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/23/2025

    Very fast and efficient.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/2/2025

    Dr.Renato Santos was very concerned about my health and prognosis due to my family health history.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/30/2025

    Dr Santos is simply the best - takes time to answer questions thoughtfully. Highest recommendation!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/28/2025

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/26/2025

    Dr. Santos is easy to talk to.

    2 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/10/2025

    4 minutes of him talking 1 minute of me talking

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/15/2025

    Once doctor stepped in and took control of the situation everything and everyone calmed down! It had to be done his way. Thank God he got involved when he did.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/2/2025

    Doctor was very professional. Took time for all my concerns.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/24/2025

    Am pleased to have Dr. Santos as my Dr.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/28/2025

    He was very helpful. Referred me to a specialty doctor. I think he speeded up the process by calling my valve doctor specialist to find me an Advanced Heart Failure doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/25/2025

    Dr Santos is very easy to talk to! He has empathy and is very attentive to all of my questions and concerns.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/21/2025

    Good.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/20/2025

    Dr Santos takes the time to explain things to me in a manner in which I can understand because of all the drugs that are being pumped into me. I am running with high blood pressure and I can't seem to get it under control but because he has told me that my caregivers can call him with their concerns has made me feel so much better because they can speak directly to him instead of me trying to relate something that I might misinterpret or get incorrect. I think is absolutely wonderful I've never had a doctor say have them call me. That's impressive! So my team of nurses feels good that their concerns can be directly addressed by my doctor instead of them trying to interpret what I think he means .

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/20/2025

    Felt good about it

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/5/2025

    Dr. Santos was caring and knowledgeable. He took the time needed to discuss my father's condition.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/4/2025

    Dr. Santos was amazing, very personable and compassionate.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/31/2025

    Great experience

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/29/2025

    Dr. Santos and the staff at Emory Buford are outstanding! I appreciate having a clinic here.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/24/2025

    Good very informative

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/11/2025

    Dr. Santos does an excellent job of listening, asking pertinent questions, and providing thorough answers and feedback in clear and understandable language. He makes the patient feel comfortable and involved. NEVER comes across as condescending or patronizing. I would enthusiastically recommend Dr. Santos to anyone looking for a Cardiologist.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/19/2024

    Doctor was attentive to my questions and concerns.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/18/2024

    Dr. Santos was recommended by a friend. I would highly recommend him. He was very professional, listened well, and put all concerns to rest. He's the best!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/7/2024

    So thankful to find this Dr.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/6/2024

    Santos took the time to discuss and offer advice on concerns outside his specialty on neurology and brain bleeds and blood thinner use

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/3/2024

    Dr Santos is great

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/28/2024

    Dr was easy to understand and most professional

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/25/2024

    Very good experience

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/23/2024

    Dr. Santos is very good about explaining and askingI would recommend him!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/16/2024

    Dr Santos takes the time thoroughly gather the facts, and explains his findings and recommendations in clear and understandable language. He patiently listened and answered all questions. In general, he made me feel confident that I'm in the best possible hands.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/13/2024

    All good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/13/2024

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/4/2024

    Dr. Santos is fantastic!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/4/2024

    I am relatively new with Dr. Santos. I really like him and he takes time with you and addresses any concerns I may have. Discusses tests, etc.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/2/2024

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/26/2024

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/23/2024

    Dr. Santos in my experience was very helpful the medication he prescribed makes a difference to me, my blood pressure is now ended control after years of trying different drugs

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/18/2024

    Very pleasant visit

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/5/2024

    Appreciated Dr. Santos taking the time to explain whatctest results meant, reason for suggested treatment, additional test recommended, and answering all of my questions

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/2/2024

    Very concerned and proactive

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/15/2024

    Over all very good experience

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/14/2024

    Dr. Santos is very thorough and explains everything in understandable terms. Also, he is friendly, personable and kind. I'm glad he's my cardiologist.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/11/2024

    Thorough with reasons for medication and treatment.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/29/2024

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/19/2024

    Love my new doctor. He was informative, and listened

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/18/2024

    Dr. Santos is the primary reason I still use Emory for medical needs.