Continental Who's Who

Elissa Jeanne Santoro

Elissa Jeanne Santoro, M.D., FACS, is recognized by Continental Who’s Who as a Pinnacle Lifetime Member in the Medical field. Dr. Santoro serves as a Breast Surgical Oncologist at the Center for Breast Health and Disease Management. She has served the field since 1965, has served in this role since 1973 and brings over 47 years of experience in practice, as well as expertise in the areas of breast surgery and oncology, to her role. “RWJBarnabas Health is New Jersey’s largest integrated health care delivery system, providing treatment and services to more than three million patients each year,” the health system’s website states. “Throughout RWJBarnabas Health, our dedicated physicians, nurses, and health professionals are committed to providing the highest quality of patient care and health education to the community and region.” “Together as the state’s most comprehensive health system, RWJ Barnabas Health is a stronger organization and is better positioned to achieve our vision of improving the health of the populations we serve throughout New Jersey,” the website continues. “By integrating our systems, we have created a statewide network spanning New Jersey and covering about five million residents. This means we will have the tremendous opportunity to reach more than half the state’s population with high-quality, culturally competent care. We believe that teaming up allows us to leverage our individual strengths to work collectively to combat disease and promote wellness in our region—truly making our communities healthier.” Dr. Santoro earned her Medical degree from the Women’s Medical College of Pennsylvania in 1965, where she also completed a straight surgical internship. She then completed a surgical residency at St. Vincent’s Hospital in New York City, and an ACS postdoctoral fellowship in cancer training. She is also Board certified in General Surgery by the American Board of General Surgery. As a testament to her outstanding credentials and accomplishments in the field, Dr. Santoro was the first woman to become a surgeon at St. Vincent’s Hospital. To further her professional development, Dr. Santoro is a member of a number of professional organizations, including the American Society of Clinical Oncology, the American Society of Breast Surgeons, the American Society of Breast Disease, the Medical Society of New Jersey and the American Cancer Society. When not working, Dr. Santoro enjoys traveling, reading and hot air ballooning. She dedicates this recognition to James and Jean Santoro, for believing that a daughter could do whatever she wanted if she believes in herself. For more information, visit www.barnabashealth.org.