Felipe Santos, MD

Felipe Santos, MD

Not currently accepting new patients

4.655457 average rating from 339 patient reviews

Specialties

Affiliation

Mass General Brigham

Provider Locations

  • Boston, MA

Dr. Santos is a board-certified Neurotologist and Skull Base Surgeon. He serves as Chief of the Neurotology and Skull Base Surgery Division at Mass General Brigham. With over 15 years of experience, he specializes in hearing rehabilitation surgery and tumors of the lateral skull base. His approach is patient-centered: starting from what matters most to the patient and using expertise across Mass General Brigham to get there.

Education & Training

  • Fellowship: House Ear Clinic, NEUROTOLOGY (OTOLARYNGOLOGY), 2011
  • Residency: University of Washington Medical Center, OTOLARYNGOLOGY-HEAD & NECK SURGERY, 2009
  • Internship: University of Washington Medical Center, General Surgery, 2003
  • Medical Education: Cornell University-Weill Cornell Medical College*, 2002
  • Medical Education: Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine at the University of Utah, 2000

Board Certifications

  • Neurotology, American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
  • Otolaryngology, American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery

Languages Spoken

  • Spanish
  • English

Age Group Treated

  • Adults

Patient Feedback

4.655457 average rating from 339 reviews

  • Dr. Santos was very professional, he listened, explained everything as well as answer my questions. He prescribed medication gave me a follow up date and a plan of action. I'm grateful to be a patient of Dr. Santos, a doctor who actually took the time to listen, explain and have a plan of action to treat me.

    2026-09-06

  • Much confidence with the worlds best eye and ear treatment facility

    2026-09-06

  • As always, a positive experience.

    2026-09-06

  • As good as it gets.

    2026-09-05

  • I saw the provider and he suggested a few things we could do, but there was no real solution and it was being looked at very clinically without giving any relief or management of my actual issues and problems. So while there's some imaging and next steps, there is no relief. So whether I do those things or not, I still have to deal with my problems and I have to figure this out on my own. So not much of a specialist was it that could have helped me with this. So not really beneficial in the end. That's how I feel.

    2026-09-02

  • Very good

    2026-08-31

  • Very pleasant and professional identified the problems and took care of them

    2026-08-30

  • The doctor was very knowledgeable and explained things in a way i could understand. He gave me two referral doctors in my state because I live in New York and don't travel to Boston often

    2026-08-30

  • My provider is an excellent doctor.

    2026-08-26

  • Dr Santos is just the very best! He is super knowledgeable and gave me hope which I haven't had in a long time

    2026-08-23

  • My husband saw Dr. Felipe Santos. I was with my husband at the appt. Dr Santos did not engage with him nor me. He explained things too quickly. [redacted]

    2026-08-23

  • He took the time to ask questions and explain the situation and recommended treatment.

    2026-08-23

  • Fine

    2026-08-26

  • Professional

    2026-08-19

  • Dr Santos is very thorough, thoughtful and incredibly knowledgeable of his field!

    2026-08-15

  • He was very knowledgeable but I do not like this idea that nothing can be done to improve my condition

    2026-08-10

  • The overall experience is always very positive.

    2026-08-09

  • He was very knowledgeable about my situation.

    2026-08-09

  • [redacted] Felt very comfortable with Dr. Santos and his explanation of my situation.

    2026-08-10

  • MEEI is best facility for ENT. [redacted]

    2026-08-10

  • Listened to my concerns and questions and gave me the time I needed.

    2026-08-08

  • This provider was great. I feel confident in his ability and look forward to working with him to resolve my issues.

    2026-08-08

  • Listener and was helpful and told me what to do if I had more symptoms.

    2026-08-06

  • They were very thorough.

    2026-07-29

  • He was thorough and treated me with respect.

    2026-07-27

  • Happy to see him. [redacted]

    2026-07-26

  • Clear explanations for my question Professional and patient

    2026-07-23

  • Excellent

    2026-07-23

  • the audiologist and the doctor and his fellow were excellent

    2026-07-22

  • Dr, Santos helped me diagnose and knew what is the cause, I am very happy to follow up with Dr, Santos ,the best ENT

    2026-07-19

  • Dr. Santos allowed me to explain my long story about my ears. Unfortunately, it included being dismissed by my previous ear doctor. Dr. Santos took the time to hear me out and then explained what was going on with my ears. The appointment was short, but he provided everything he needed to. I had no further questions and left with a calm mindset . This appointment was perfect and I will reach out to Dr. Santos if my hearing gets "cloudy " again.

    2026-07-18

  • The care provider was very understanding in listening and answering my questions. i was nor rushed in any way.

    2026-07-18

  • Dr. Doctor Santos is a very caring Doctor. He is a very good listener. He takes time reviewing what each patient is concern with and offers possible solutions.

    2026-07-20

  • Presented information regarding my problem very clearly. Interesting that it contradicted information I had received 10 years ago. Our meeting was brief, but really did not have to last longer

    2026-07-20

  • He has always been so kind and understanding and thoughtful

    2026-07-19

  • excellent

    2026-07-18

  • Very understanding an informative, an personable, one fine doctor make you feel like a friend, pleasure to have for one's doctor.

    2026-07-15

  • Very good services.

    2026-07-15

  • They were great!

    2026-07-15

  • Dr. Santos is always compassionate, attentive and answers all my questions and concerns. I am very thankful for him and the MEEI team for my care and giving me back the quality in life I had previously lost.

    2026-07-15

  • Excellent service, thank you.

    2026-07-11

  • Dr Santos was very helpful. I wished he spent more time with me.

    2026-07-15

  • He was in the room all of 3 minutes and didn't explain anything.

    2026-07-11

  • Dr. Santos is great. He's very informative, always sees me on time, always tells me clear instructions on what to do going forward, and prescribes me helpful medications to take care of my ear infections and my ongoing issues. Great doctor, highly recommend. Thank you.

    2026-07-08

  • I am just waiting to hear about my lab results. We had to send a specimen out to be checked. And I'm just extremely curious. He said it'd be about five business days, so it's due about now. Thank you.

    2026-07-08

  • The doctor was fine. However I was told the appointment was unnecessary. To quote He said we used to require a doctor to certify that hearing aids should be provided but we don't do that anymore but I will sign the paperwork. I think I should have been told that when the appointment was made. The letter could have been provided by mail email or fax.

    2026-07-07

  • I was very impressed by Dr Santos he listened and explained things very clearly, made me feel very comfortable at a very stressful time!

    2026-07-05

  • Dr. Santos has always been easy to talk with, courteous, professional, knowledgeable and highly skilled.

    2026-06-27

  • Very careful and explained the diagnosis and a plan for diagnosis treatment.

    2026-06-27

  • Excellent. Calm, clear. Excellent visit.

    2026-06-11

  • They care provider was excellent [redacted]

    2026-06-11

  • I thought that this provider did a very good job of explaining my situation with respect to my hearing and under what conditions I might need a hearing aid. I could make the choice myself, but what would be the outcome of each one and that also that they will provide a fitting and specifications for the hearing aid that might work best for me, which I was very pleased about. So I thought it was a good session and the doctor was very good. The end.

    2026-06-11

  • Take more time to listen

    2026-06-07

  • I had a good experience. Great service and professional people

    2026-06-07

  • I was able to see the doctor very quickly, and that was a huge help to me.

    2026-06-06

  • The whole experience was excellent.

    2026-06-02

  • Dr. Santos looked over the tests I previously had and reassured me that all my tests were of a good outcome. I would definitely see him again if I have an issue, and would recommend him highly. Very nice bedside manner.

    2026-05-31

  • Professional and very accommodating thank you for all you done M.A

    2026-05-23

  • This provider is the best!

    2026-05-23

  • This doctor diagnosed my ear problem on tests that were done two years ago

    2026-05-21

  • It was excellent

    2026-05-21

  • I had questions and he answered them.

    2026-05-21

  • Provider ran very late, which is fine. As a retired healthcare provider, I understand this happens and I don't expect to be seen on time. When I did see the provider I felt he was rushing. I had a specific concern and I feel it was not given serious consideration.

    2026-05-20

  • Dr. Santos explained things in a way that made sense but I felt he was in a rush and he was about 30-45 minutes late to the appointment. [redacted] I feel that I left with more questions than I came in with.

    2026-05-19

  • Dr. Santos magically repaired a hole in my ear. It was a serious issue for me. He did it without surgery. God bless. Thank you very much. Bye.

    2026-05-21

  • Dr. Santos is a very good Doctor , he is knowledgeable, clear in explanations, kind he takes time to listen to my opinions, etc., and comments. I highly recommend me.

    2026-05-18

  • Very professional staff

    2026-05-22

  • Excellent care!

    2026-05-17

  • Dr Santos hears what I have to say and responds to that

    2026-05-17

  • Everyone was excellent.

    2026-05-17

  • very professional

    2026-05-12

  • Excellent - excellent

    2026-05-11

  • Dr Santos is terrific. I've had several visits and 2 surgeries with him. Appreciate the time and care given.

    2026-05-10

  • Dr. Santos was very knowledgeable and kind, explaining many aspects of my diagnosis in a way that made me feel very comfortable with him. I am probably going to be surgery, and he was so wonderful explaining the procedure and and answering all of my questions.

    2026-05-10

  • Provider was a real Professional and answered all questions that I had... a very nice person.

    2026-05-09

  • I felt very comfortable with the visit and with the information I received

    2026-05-08

  • Dr. Santos was honest and clear and these are values that are most important to me.

    2026-05-12

  • Dr. Santos was very through. He answered my questions. Vey satisfied with him as my Dr.

    2026-05-06

  • Dr. Santos was kind and explained things for average people to understand. I highly recommend him.

    2026-05-05

  • Everything was lovely.

    2026-05-06

  • Thank you

    2026-05-06

  • The provider and the staff were very helpful, answered all my questions, also made suggestions and created a follow-up. My prescriptions were on time and worked very well, very professional. Great job, Dr. Santos and staff. Thank you. [redacted]

    2026-05-06

  • Very thorough and efficient

    2026-05-04

  • He was a nice doctor. Told me what I had to do to avoid getting more wax in my ear

    2026-05-03

  • Excellent

    2026-05-02

  • The md is great, listens and know his stuff for sure..

    2026-04-26

  • Doctor Santos was very clear about my ear health situation and answered all my questions. He is the best!

    2026-04-25

  • Outstanding!

    2026-04-22

  • Dr. Santos walks on water.

    2026-04-20

  • My doctor understands my issues, is very receptive to my wants and needs and vey competent.

    2026-04-12

  • I trust and believe that my doctor knows what's best for me.

    2026-04-05

  • Nothing much to add. Went well.

    2026-04-05

  • I felt they were very, very thorough.

    2026-03-20

  • Dr. Santos is outstanding. Often I come to ME&E feeling g very sick or low or overwhelmed and Dr. Santos and [redacted] and [redacted] always show compassion and patience. I am extremely thankful for this care team and I have been for many years.

    2026-03-18

  • Doctor and his entire team could not have done a better job!

    2026-03-07

  • I feel somewhat empty. I waited 6 months to get this appointment. It came with so much hope, fear, and anticipation. [redacted] The appointment with the doctor himself was very quick. He showed me my X-rays and pointed to things, but I had no idea what I was looking at. Then he told me there was nothing that could be done. He was very nice, and very kind. This was just such a big thing in my life and yet, it felt like I didn't really have answers and couldn't provide a great explanation to my family and friends when I got home.

    2026-03-07

  • It was good visit. I'm glad that I changed my provider. The team was very helpful and friendly.

    2026-03-02

  • He was very kind. It was the first time I ever met him, but he was kind.

    2026-03-01

  • Dr. Santos is an excellent provider and patient advocate.

    2026-02-25

  • He was exceptionally caring

    2026-02-22

  • Thank you. It was a very good experience. They listen, they understand, and I'd like to see them again.

    2026-02-13

  • Excellent vsre

    2026-02-10

  • Excellent.

    2026-02-07

  • Dr. Santos is very professional and knowledgeable. He is an awesome doctor and I would definitely recommend him to anyone.

    2026-02-04

  • My first time meeting Dr. Santos and his associates they all seemed very professional and courteous.

    2026-02-03

  • i would like to keep this provider as my ongoing ears PRIMARY.

    2026-02-02

  • Always very professional and appropriate care.

    2026-01-26

  • Hi, my name is [redacted]. Dr. Santos was very thorough in explaining to me who didn't know much about sensory neural hearing loss but experienced it, what can cause it. He answered all my questions. Many of them were, you know, kind of somewhat trivial, but he was very patient. He answered them truthfully, honestly, without judgment. He was awesome. So thank you so much. [redacted] Thank you for being part of my care. Really, really appreciate it. Best to you.

    2026-01-23

  • I am very appreciative of the care I receive from Dr. Santos.

    2026-01-19

  • Always listens

    2026-01-11

  • Very caring and competent

    2026-01-10

  • Lovely, very kind and respectful ~

    2025-12-23

  • Dr Santos was the best assessing my recent MRI results is a very thorough manner. He is very straightforward and reassuring. I highly recommend him.

    2025-12-21

  • Excellent

    2025-12-14

  • He was attentive, thorough and pleasant.

    2025-12-11

  • My test results were positive and I'm in a wait and watch mode. I feel confident that Dr Santos is doing a high job

    2025-12-11

  • Excellent

    2025-12-11

  • Post op visit. Concise. Quick

    2025-12-11

  • Always a pleasure meeting with Dr. Santos

    2025-12-09

  • Everyone there was friendly and helpful

    2025-12-07

  • Dr. Santos was very polite, kind, and informed, and he's a very smart man. Thank you.

    2025-12-11

  • He explained what the issue was in layman's term and answered all the questions I had

    2025-12-09

  • Everything as usual with Dr. Santos went well and I'm seeing him twice a year as I have for the past few years. No concerns, no problems. Thank you. Bye.

    2025-12-01

  • This provider was awesome. Did not give us all the answers because he didn't have all the answers, but he told us what we needed to do to give him the information he needed for the answers. So he was absolutely fabulous.

    2025-12-01

  • Got me in took care of me pretty quick and very professional

    2025-12-01

  • I really like Dr Santos [redacted]

    2025-11-30

  • Fine

    2025-11-23

  • Great team. Very high confidence in MEE

    2025-11-08

  • the provider was fine [redacted]

    2025-11-04

  • I just hope that a Dr explains any medical term in a very simple yet specific way , so anyone who is not in this field can understand and not let the patient guess what it means.

    2025-11-02

  • This was an absolute excellent experience for me with the doctor and all the members of your staff.

    2025-11-02

  • Genial

    2025-10-26

Accepted Insurance

  • Tufts Medicare Preferred
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