
From muscle strain to kidney pain: Why your back may hurt
Pain in the lower back area is common, but it can be tough to tell if the source is in your back or kidneys.
4.9
Doctor of medicine (MD)
Urology
(board certified)
Medical Group
Insurance
4.9
Doctor of medicine (MD)
Urology
(board certified)
Medical Group
Insurance
Accepting new patients
Virtual visits available
2929 Health Center Drive
Floor 3
San Diego, CA 92123-2762
Get directions
858-939-6621
Fax: 858-874-5684
Sharp Rees-Stealy Scripps Ranch
10670 Wexford St.
Floor 1, Corridor B
San Diego, CA 92131-3940
Get directions
858-621-4090
Fax: 858-621-4111
I decided to become a doctor because I always wanted to serve my community and felt that medicine provided the ability to answer that calling. Every patient and their family are unique and require individualized care. My goal is to listen to the patient's concerns and design a plan to help each patient feel comfortable and achieve the best possible outcome. In my spare time, I enjoy the Southern California lifestyle by surfing and cooking pizzas outside with my wife, two daughters, and dog.
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Michael G. Santomauro, MD, accepts 35 health insurance plans.
4.9
430 ratings
Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others
4.9
Provider included you in decisions
4.9
Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition
4.9
Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries
4.9
Provider discussed treatment options
4.8
Verified Patient
December 26, 2025
5.0
All good
Verified Patient
December 21, 2025
5.0
Dr. Mike was Fantastic. Explained everything. Was early with the results, getting back to me.
Verified Patient
December 20, 2025
3.6
In the beginning I was very upset because the appointment was so far away and at time I was very concerned about what I was going through and it was really difficult however I thought that I was going to get worst so I applied some antibiotic and took some aleve and it worked out. I have a PPO plan and I thought about going to urgent care but I didn't since I felt better and saw the results of my problem it turned out ok
Verified Patient
December 13, 2025
5.0
VERY GOOD .
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