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Dr. Santiago Arruffat, MD

Dr. Santiago Arruffat, MD

General Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Santiago Arruffat, MD is a general surgeon in Evansville, IN and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Ponce Health Sciences University School of Medicine in 2000. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Ascension St. Vincent Evansville and Deaconess Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 19 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (19 reviews)

Practice

950 S Kenmore Dr Ste B Evansville, IN 47714

Make an Appointment

(812) 301-8110

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Arruffat is affiliated with Deaconess Hospital Evansville, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for general surgery.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Arruffat specializes in the areas of Colon & Rectal Surgery & General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
  • Easy Scheduling
    Patients said scheduling was easy. • See reviews
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Dr. Arruffat's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Arruffat

3.9

19 ratings, 9 with a written review
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1 Star
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Julie Deken – Jan 01, 2025
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Ron Tipton – Aug 30, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 04, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Misti Wedding – Mar 11, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Rhonda Chandley – Aug 03, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
12 people found this helpful
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Mandy West – Feb 24, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
C Hall in Evansville, IN – Nov 16, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sherri in Owensboro – Apr 18, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jim in Evansville, IN – Feb 16, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Currently in solo practice at Evansville Colorectal Surgery (ECRS) established in 2023. New office, new name, new location - same awesome staff, same great faces, same physician, same love for all things colorectal surgery. At ECRS we make colorectal...read more

biography

I am from The Bronx, in New York City and I believe strongly in diversity and parity not only in health care but in all aspects of life. My goal is to provide the best surgical care for anyone and everyone regardless of any demographic. Board Certified...read more

  • General Surgery

  • Colorectal Surgery

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  • Grant Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2006

  • Waterbury Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 2005

  • Lincoln Medical And Mental Health Center

    Internship Hospital, 2001

  • Ponce Health Sciences University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2000

  • St Johns University, Queens, Ny

    Undergraduate School, 1996
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery®
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Colon & Rectal Surgery
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Locations

Practice

TriState Colorectal Group LLC950 S Kenmore Dr Ste B Evansville, IN 47714
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Evansville Colorectal Surgery LLC3922 Venetian Way Ste 2 Newburgh, IN 47630
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions
Deaconess Orthopedic and Neuroscience Hospital4011 Gateway Blvd Newburgh, IN 47630
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Deaconess Hospital

    600 Mary St
    Evansville, IN 47710
    Recipient of 28
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Ascension St. Vincent Evansville

    3700 Washington Ave
    Evansville, IN 47714
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

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  • Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center

    800 W 9th St
    Jasper, IN 47546
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    8% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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