Dr. Cayra Santiago, MD, New York, NY

What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

“Incredibly kind and made me feel seen and believed. Thorough in her questioning and a very understanding person. Also clearly explained the science behind my diagnosis. Would recommend!”

Michaiah A.September 14, 2026

About Dr. Cayra Santiago

Areas of clinical focus: Preventive Care, Hypertension, Diabetes, Women's Health, Hyperlipidemia, Mental Health, Chronic Disease Management, Lifestyle Medicine, Annual Wellness Exams, Acute Care Cayra Ramirez Santiago, MD, is a board-certified family medicine physician with Summit Health who is passionate about building meaningful, long-term relationships with her patients. Dr. Ramirez Santiago provides comprehensive primary care for adolescents, adults, and older adults, treating both acute illnesses and chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, asthma, and thyroid disease. She places special emphasis on preventive care, women's health, mental health, and lifestyle medicine to help her patients achieve their long-term health goals. Dr. Ramirez Santiago's approach to patient care goes beyond treating illness. "I believe that treating only the illness is a disservice to patients. The best medicine comes from caring for the whole person by considering their physical health, emotional well-being, lifestyle, and personal goals," she explains. She practices evidence-based medicine and partners with each patient to develop individualized care plans that support their overall health and wellness. During patient visits, Dr. Ramirez Santiago prioritizes clear communication and shared decision-making. She ensures every patient leaves feeling heard, informed, and confident about their care by answering questions thoroughly and explaining medical information in accessible language. What she enjoys most about family medicine is the opportunity to know her patients over time and be part of their health journey—whether helping someone manage a chronic condition, preventing illness, or celebrating health improvements. Dr. Ramirez Santiago is passionate about preventive medicine, improving access to quality primary care, health education, and reducing health disparities.

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Popular visit reasons

Annual Physical

Anxiety

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Flu

General Consultation

Illness

New Patient Visit

Tiredness / Fatigue

Annual Physical

Anxiety

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Flu

Office locations

1865 Broadway - Internal Med / Family Med (1 of 2)

1865 Broadway, (Entrance at 13B West 61st St, between Broadway & Columbus), New York, NY 10023

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Summit Health - New York (2 of 2)

535 5th Ave, Ste 611, New York, NY 10017

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Education and background

Practice names

Summit Health - New York

Education and training

Medical School - Universidad Central del Caribe, Doctor of Medicine
Penn State Health Family and Community Medicine, Residency in Family and Community Medicine

Languages spoken

English
Spanish

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1437739505

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.

Overall rating

5.00

Wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

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Incredibly kind and made me feel seen and believed. Thorough in her questioning and a very understanding person. Also clearly explained the science behind my diagnosis. Would recommend!

September 14, 2026Michaiah A.Verified patient

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Cayra Santiago?

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Is Dr. Cayra Santiago accepting new patients?

Dr. Cayra Santiago generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Santiago's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

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What practice does Dr. Cayra Santiago work with?

Dr. Cayra Santiago works with Summit Health - New York.

Where is Dr. Cayra Santiago's office located?

Dr. Cayra Santiago has 2 office locations in New York, view full addresses on Dr. Santiago's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Cayra Santiago?

Dr. Cayra Santiago frequently sees patients for Annual Physical, Anxiety, General Consultation, Illness, and New Patient Visit. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Cayra Santiago on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Cayra Santiago speak?

Dr. Cayra Santiago speaks English and Spanish.

How do patients rate Dr. Cayra Santiago in reviews?

5 patients have reviewed Dr. Cayra Santiago. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.