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Dr. Rajesh Santharam, MD

Dr. Rajesh Santharam, MD

Gastroenterology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Rajesh Santharam, MD is a gastroenterologist in Milwaukee, WI and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Santharam has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease. He graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin in 1999. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as ProHealth Waukesha Memorial Hospital and ProHealth Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 49 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (49 reviews)

Practice

1033 N Mayfair Rd Ste 104 Milwaukee, WI 53226
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Dr. Santharam is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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Dr. Santharam's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Santharam

4.5
49 ratings, 41 with a written review
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Dr Raj is extremely efficient and knowledgeable.
Dr Raj doesn’t sugar coat it and provides realistic expectations on treatments and diet. My GP told me how qualified his crew is and I’ve been very happy with he and his staff.
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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Apr 12, 2025
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I was very anxious about my procedure. The Dr. and his staff was very comforting and understanding. They went out of their way to put at ease.
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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Parul – Mar 06, 2025
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Excellent.
Everything was professional and with clear communication. I received patient centered care.
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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Nancy – Feb 08, 2025
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Excellent Physician
I have been seeing Dr. Santharam for 11 years. I have total trust in his care. He is very professional and approachable. He explains things very well and listens to my questions and concerns. He has a very calming presence. The nursing staff is also very professional, kind, and make you feel at ease.
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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Oct 25, 2024
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Efficient and competent colonoscopy.
I have had a few colonoscopies with this practice. They always run like clockwork. The staff is friendly and businesslike. Dr Santharam is friendly and answers questions well. This time, they have tweaked the procedure. The prep, aside from the bad taste of the first glass, was the smoothest and easiest I’ve had. They have made other changes in procedure which resulted in less gas and a faster sense of alertness in recovery. Kudos to the anesthesiologist for that.
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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Randall – Oct 18, 2024
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Excellent doctor
The facility was extremely well run by a professional staff.
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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Lynn Narlow – Oct 02, 2024
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Quality medical service, very pleased.
Friendly reception & kind, helpful, efficient staff. Happy to meet Dr. Santharam and his attentive medical team. A 5-star experience.
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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Maribeth – Apr 14, 2024
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Top notch
Dr. Samtharan has been my G.I. doctor for approximately 15 years. Every procedure visit is handled efficiently and pleasantly. follow up. Communications are prompt and actions and implications are clear. I think he is a fantastic doctor.
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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Mar 16, 2024
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Highly professional
Every medical office should be modeled after this one. The entire staff was friendly, professional and did their jobs efficiently. Dr. Santharam explained my procedure thoroughly and made me feel very at ease, answering all my questions thoroughly. Highly recommend this practice.
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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Nov 11, 2023
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Dr. Santharam is thorough and considerate. He gave clear answers to all my questions and gave me a good understanding of my diagnosis and treatment going forward. In addition, he and his staff are timely and responsive to inquiries through the patient portal.
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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Nov 11, 2023
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Professional and Caring
Great Doctor, staff and environment where I felt comfortable, safe and cared for before, during and after procedure.
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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Nov 11, 2023
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Very personable
Great staff. On time appointments. Listened to my concerns and explained things in a clear and understandable manner.
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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Oct 11, 2023
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Thank you for keeping me healthy all these years. Thank you Chris Ostrowski
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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Sep 13, 2023
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Excellent experience
Dr Santharam and the entire team were very cordial and clarified all my questions. The procedure went well with in the scheduled time. I would highly recommend him for any gastrointestinal issues.
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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Pramod – Jul 17, 2023
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Great experience at Waukesha location.
Competent, personable, fun, engaged, efficient staff. I was in and out quickly, comfortable, no issues.
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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May 26, 2023
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Great experience
Professional, knowledgeable and experienced. Explained things in a manner I could understand.
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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May 08, 2023
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Highly recommend Dr. Santharam at GI Associates, Waukesha location and the amazing team of nurses there. He answered all of my questions, explained everything in detail (this is really appreciated and not once did it feel like he was rushed to go on to the next patient) and was caring and kind. Also, the nurses were incredibly helpful and knowledgeable, the best!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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PV – Mar 31, 2023
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Dr. Santharam and the entire staff at GI Associates were friendly, prompt, and professional from start to finish. Dr. Santharam went above and beyond to address any questions I had before the procedure, and the whole staff communicated very well with one another so I felt at ease. Never seemed rushed but everything ran right on schedule.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Mar 02, 2023
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Dr. Santharam was very efficient and professional. My visit was very relaxing considering the procedure and he explained everything very easy to understand.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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David – Nov 02, 2022
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Very professional and kind doctor with a fantastic
I couldn’t of asked for a better group of people to work with Dr. Santharam. He and his staff are very professional, kind,?and understanding. They all explained exactly what was going to be performed and answered any questions I had.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Craig Depies – Oct 29, 2022
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Dr. Rajesh Santharam, MD is a gastroenterologist in Milwaukee, WI and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Santharam has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease. He graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin in 1999. He...read more

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    Medical School, 1999
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    Locations

    Practice

    Mayfair Digestive Health Ctr1033 N Mayfair Rd Ste 104 Milwaukee, WI 53226
    1
    Office1185 Corporate Center Dr Ste 120 Oconomowoc, WI 53066
    2
    ProHealth Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital791 Summit Ave Oconomowoc, WI 53066
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • ProHealth Waukesha Memorial Hospital

      725 American Ave
      Waukesha, WI 53188

      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

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

      3% higher than the national average

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    • ProHealth Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital

      791 Summit Ave
      Oconomowoc, WI 53066
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

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

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

      2% higher than the national average

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

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Ascension Se Wisconsin Hospital-St. Joseph Campus

      5000 W Chambers St
      Milwaukee, WI 53210
      Recipient of 2
      hospital awards

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

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      78%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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