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Dr. Melanie Santos, MD

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(Melanie R. Santos, MD)

(308 Ratings)

Specializes in: Urology (Urinary Tract Disease), Gynecology and Urogynecology

Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University

Professional interests include: fecal incontinence, minimally invasive surgery, robotic surgery, and more.

101 Laguna Road Suite 200
Fullerton, CA 92835

(714) 992-5350

Dr. Melanie Santos, MD is an urologist in Fullerton, CA specializing in urology (urinary tract disease), gynecology and urogynecology. She graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University. Dr. Melanie Santos, MD is affiliated with Providence Medical Foundation, St. Jude Heritage Medical Group and St. Jude Heritage Fullerton – Laguna Uro/Gyn.

Office Locations

Address:

101 Laguna Road Suite 200
Fullerton, CA 92835

Address:

1950 Sunny Crest Drive Suite 2500
Fullerton, CA 92835

Some issues Dr. Melanie Santos, MD can help you with:

Pelvic Organ Prolapse

Pelvic organ prolapse is the bulging of pelvic organs into the vaginal canal due to a weak pelvic floor, causing symptoms like discomfort, pain, urinary problems, and constipation. The pelvic floor is a group of muscles that support the pelvic organs, which are made up of the bladder, rectum, small bowel, uterus, and vagina. Vaginal childbirth, menopause, pelvic surgery, radiation treatments, or being extremely overweight may cause the pelvic floor to weaken. Pelvic organ prolapse is a very common disorder among women, particularly for those who are over 50.

The choice of treatment for pelvic organ prolapse depends on the severity of the condition. Mild to moderate prolapse may be managed by doing pelvic floor strengthening exercises, taking hormone replacement therapy, or using pessaries. Pessaries are small devices inserted into the vagina to help support the pelvic organs. Pessary fitting is a quick procedure done in a doctor's office. For severe prolapse, surgical treatment may be necessary. Pelvic organ prolapse surgery repairs the following:

Cystocele or bladder prolapse, where the bladder sags into the vagina. The surgeon repairs a cystocele by strengthening the front wall of the vagina using stitches so that the bladder will no longer sag.
Enterocele or small bowel prolapse, which occurs when the small bowel descends towards the vagina. To correct an enterocele, the tissues between the small bowel and the vagina are sewn together, allowing them to provide more support.
Rectocele or posterior prolapse, which is the bulging of the front wall of the rectum into the back wall of the vagina. Surgery to repair a rectocele removes the excess stretched tissue between the rectum and vagina.
Uterine prolapse, which occurs when the uterus slips down to the vagina. To treat a uterine prolapse, the surgeon may secure the neck of the uterus (called cervix) to a ligament in the pelvis using stitches. Another option for this type of prolapse is a vaginal hysterectomy, which is the removal of the uterus.

Each of these procedures is performed through a vaginal incision, but an enterocele repair may use the abdominal approach as an alternative. If two or more pelvic organs have prolapsed, a combination of any of these procedures may be performed during the same surgical session.

For women who no longer wish to have intercourse, an operation called colpocleisis

may be a surgical option as well. By closing the vaginal canal, colpocleisis treats pelvic organ prolapse and eliminates any risk of its recurrence.

In most instances, pelvic organ prolapse surgery only requires a hospital stay of one day. Patients may experience vaginal bleeding for the first few weeks following surgery. If this happens, patients should use sanitary pads rather than tampons, as a higher risk of infection is associated with the use of tampons. To further help with recovery, patients should begin doing gentle pelvic floor strengthening exercises a few days after surgery. Doing these exercises at least three times a day as a routine tightens the pelvic floor muscles and prevents the recurrence of prolapse.

Robotic Surgery

Robotic surgery is a type of minimally invasive surgery, using a tiny opening to get inside the body instead of making a large cut. It uses small tools attached to a thin robotic arm, which is controlled by the surgeon. Robotic surgery may be referred to by the specific kind of robot that is used. The most advanced robot currently in use is called the da Vinci, and surgery using it is sometimes called da Vinci surgery.

There are many benefits to robotic surgery, both for the patient and the surgeon. Robotic surgery allows for more precise movements and increased control during very delicate surgical procedures. This makes performing surgery accurately much easier for surgeons and reduces fatigue. The smaller 'hand' of the robot can enter the body via a much smaller opening, which reduces the risk of infection and scarring and leads to a faster recovery. The robotic hands also contain tiny moveable cameras among their tools, giving surgeons a much closer view of the procedure than would be possible with traditional surgery.

anorectal procedures	9
catheterization	20
diagnostic procedures	9
doctor visit	624
lab tests	81
placement of vaginal support device	18
urologic procedures	83

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	171
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	84
From 75 to 84	63
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	21
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	24
Dementia	6
Cancer	14

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	152
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	73
From 75 to 84	72
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	21
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	27
Dementia	9
Cancer	13

anorectal procedures	52
catheterization	36
diagnostic procedures	52
doctor visit	631
lab tests	87
minimally invasive procedures	161
neurostimulation	142
placement of vaginal support device	59
urologic procedures	237

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	358
Black	0
Hispanic	56
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	180
From 75 to 84	172
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	22
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	26
Dementia	12
Cancer	7

anorectal procedures	70
catheterization	18
diagnostic procedures	70
doctor visit	722
incontinence surgery	11
lab tests	131
minimally invasive procedures	176
neurostimulation	155
placement of vaginal support device	61
urologic procedures	297

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	210
Black	0
Hispanic	35
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	122
From 75 to 84	100
85 and over	41
Less than 65	14

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	16
Osteoperosis	21
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	27
Dementia	9
Cancer	8

anorectal procedures	48
diagnostic procedures	48
doctor visit	570
lab tests	96
minimally invasive procedures	113
neurostimulation	92
pelvic surgery	12
placement of vaginal support device	38
reconstructive surgery	12
urologic procedures	202

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	201
Black	0
Hispanic	37
Asian	27
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	117
From 75 to 84	109
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	21
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	28
Dementia	10
Cancer	9

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	228
Black	0
Hispanic	49
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	134
From 75 to 84	114
85 and over	46
Less than 65	14

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	18
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	20
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	24
Dementia	8
Cancer	9

anorectal procedures	42
diagnostic procedures	42
doctor visit	705
incontinence surgery	14
lab tests	117
minimally invasive procedures	349
neurostimulation	337
placement of vaginal support device	36
urologic procedures	198

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	243
Black	0
Hispanic	58
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	135
From 75 to 84	137
85 and over	57
Less than 65	11

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	18
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	22
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	24
Dementia	9
Cancer	0

catheterization	26
doctor visit	595
lab tests	104
minimally invasive procedures	213
neurostimulation	214
placement of vaginal support device	22
urologic procedures	72

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	239
Black	0
Hispanic	47
Asian	26
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	130
From 75 to 84	138
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	19
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	24
Dementia	6
Cancer	10

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melanie Santos, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Melanie Santos, MD treated as an urologist in Fullerton, CA were urologic procedures, minimally invasive procedures, neurostimulation and lab tests.

anorectal procedures	45
blood draw	10
catheterization	35
diagnostic procedures	45
doctor visit	711
incontinence surgery	11
lab tests	104
minimally invasive procedures	215
neurostimulation	201
pelvic surgery	12
potassium test	28
reconstructive surgery	12
urologic procedures	216

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melanie Santos, MD.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	202

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	5
Non-Hispanic White	180
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	28
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	90
85 and over	14
Less than 65	3
65 to 74	97

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melanie Santos, MD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Melanie Santos, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and depression.

Hypertension	51
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	18
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	15
Asthma	9
Osteoporosis	16
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	20
Atrial Fibrillation	7
Cancer	7
Dementia	6

Education & Training

Dr. Melanie Santos, MD graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University. She completed residency at Stanford University Medical Center. She is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Obstetrics and Gynecology and has a state license in California.

Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University

Residency: Stanford University Medical Center

Board Certification: American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Obstetrics and Gynecology

Licensed In: California

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Melanie Santos, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Providence Medical Foundation

St. Jude Heritage Medical Group

St. Jude Heritage Fullerton – Laguna Uro/Gyn

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Melanie Santos, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Aetna PPO, Aetna HMO, Cigna PPO, Cigna HMO, Blue Shield of CA PPO, Multiplan PPO, Health Net Medicare Advantage, HealthSmart (Interplan) PPO, Aetna Medicare Advantage HMO, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage, Health Net - TriCare, Anthem Blue Cross HMO, Choice /Humana PPO, Anthem Blue Cross PPO, Health Net PPO, Health Net HMO, Vivity by Anthem Blue Cross, Coventry/First Health PPO, United HealthCare PPO, United Healthcare HMO, Providence Medicare Advantage, US Family Health Plan - TriCare, Aetna Medicare Advantage PPO, First Health PPO and Insurance Plan.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Melanie Santos, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Aetna PPO

Aetna HMO

Cigna PPO

Cigna HMO

Blue Shield of CA PPO

Multiplan PPO

Health Net Medicare Advantage

HealthSmart (Interplan) PPO

Aetna Medicare Advantage HMO

United Healthcare Medicare Advantage

Health Net - TriCare

Anthem Blue Cross HMO

Choice /Humana PPO

Anthem Blue Cross PPO

Health Net PPO

Health Net HMO

Vivity by Anthem Blue Cross

Coventry/First Health PPO

United HealthCare PPO

United Healthcare HMO

Providence Medicare Advantage

US Family Health Plan - TriCare

Aetna Medicare Advantage PPO

First Health PPO

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Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Melanie Santos, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 308 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Melanie Santos, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Fullerton, CA.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Melanie Santos, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Coloplast Corp	$48,729 ALTIS $48,590	Saffron $116	FEMALE INCONTINENCE $23
Cook Incorporated	$5,126 SUR - SIS $5,126
Medtronic, Inc.	$3,387 INTERSTIM $3,341	NURO $45
Medtronic USA, Inc.	$1,951 INTERSTIM $1,040	Sacral Nerve Stimulation - Neuro $911
Astellas Pharma US Inc	$1,522 Myrbetriq $625	Vesicare $344	Veozah $24	$528
Other	$3,957 Da Vinci Surgical System $546	GYNECOLOGY $452	SUR - SIS $435	Axonics $425	BOTOX $227	Other $1,872

**Types of Payments**
Education	$23,621
Consulting Fee	$20,135
Travel and Lodging	$12,118
Food and Beverage	$8,798

Research Payments

Dr. Melanie Santos, MD has received 1 research payments totaling $12,341.

Biography

Dr. Melanie Santos is a specialist in urology (urinary tract disease) and urogynecology in Fullerton, CA. Dr. Santos is a graduate of Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University and a graduate of Stanford University Medical Center's residency program. Clinical interests for Dr. Santos include robotic surgery, urinary incontinence, and female sexual dysfunction. She has a 4.5 out of 5 star average patient rating. Dr. Santos can take several insurance carriers, including Anthem, Blue California, and HealthSmart. She is professionally affiliated with Providence Medical Foundation. She welcomes new patients at her office inFullerton, CA as reported by Yext.