Dr. Jonathan Santiago

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Jonathan Santiago, MD, is an Assistant Professor at Boston University's Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine, specializing in Emergency Medicine. He completed his MD at Yale University School of Medicine and also holds an MPH from the University of Washington School of Public Health, and a BA from the University of Texas at Austin. In addition to his academic credentials, he serves as an ER physician at Boston Medical Center. As a captain in the U.S. Army Reserve, he has notable experience from overseas deployments. His extensive background includes volunteer work with the Peace Corps in the Dominican Republic, where he organized sugarcane worker communities. Jonathan has been recognized with several prestigious awards such as the 2015 Cortlandt Van Rensselaer Creed Award from Yale and the 2011-2015 Merit Scholarship from Yale University School of Medicine. His commitment extends into public service, where he addresses health disparities and advocates for policies relating to the opioid crisis and affordable housing in Massachusetts. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, he has been actively involved in legislative efforts and public education regarding health and vaccinations in his community.

Research Interests

Experience

ER Doctor

— Present

Boston Medical Center • Boston, MA

Works in the emergency department, addressing urgent health needs.

Awards

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Cortlandt Van Rensselaer Creed Award

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Farr Scholar for Excellence in Research

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National Peace Corps Award for Community Service

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Summer Research Fellowship

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Fulbright Fellowship

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National Hispanic Scholarship Fund

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International Research Fellowship

Requirements for Boston University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.88
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Personal statement
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • LSAT or GRE scores
  • Transcripts through LSAC
Specialization Notes

Department of Law offers JD, LLM, and Master's in Study of Tax Law.