Napoleon Santos, DO
Dr. Santos is an oncologist and hematologist for Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute in Palm Beach County. He treats patients with all blood disorders and cancers but has a special interest in benign and malignant hematology including disorders of blood cells, bleeding and clotting disorders and lymphomas. Having experienced first-hand the impact cancer can have on a person and their loved ones, he believes good communication is the key to positive patient outcomes. During his Hematology/Oncology fellowship, Dr. Santos was named Most Outstanding Fellow in 2014 and was a recipient of several other academic honors.
He is a strong believer in the importance of clinical research, having served as Primary Investigator for a research project at the Malcolm Randall VA Medical Center in Gainesville, FL. He’s also been published in such prestigious journals as Journal of Cancer Therapy and Oncology and has presented several posters locally and statewide. Fluent in Spanish, Dr. Santos has also served as a volunteer medical translator. His personal interests include sports and spending time with his family.
- Hematology
- Medical Oncology
- English
- Spanish
Medical School
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, Bradenton, FL
Education
University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL
Residency
University of Florida, Gainesville, FL
Fellowship
Oncology/Hematology – University of Florida, Gainesville, FL
Board Certification
Internal Medicine
Medical Oncology
Hematology
Honors & Achievements
Professional Affiliations
American Society of Hematology (ASH)
American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
Florida Society of Clinical Oncology (FLASCO)
Lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States in both men and women. In honor of World Lung Cancer Day, FCS Medical Oncologist/Hematologist Dr. Napoleon Santos talks to WPTV about different ways people can reduce their chances of getting lung cancer – as well as the symptoms to be on the look out for.
An alarming statistic – 1 in 5 Americans is likely to develop skin cancer by the age of 70 according to the American Cancer Society – making it the most common form of cancer in the United States. FCS Medical Oncologist/Hematologist Dr. Napoleon Santos talks to WPTV about the risks of too much sun exposure and precautions on you can protect and your family.
Catherine Schwallie Patient Testimonial – Dr. Napoleon Santos – Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute
Dr. Napoleon Santos shares a personal experience with cancer which influenced his decision to pursue his career as a Medical Oncologist.