Dr. Orlando Santandreu is a lifelong Queens resident and a distinguished leader in women’s health, currently serving as Chairman of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Flushing Hospital Medical Center.
Born in Havana, Cuba, and raised in Queens, New York, Dr. Santandreu now resides in Forest Hills and considers Flushing and the surrounding communities home.
A second-generation obstetrician-gynecologist, Dr. Santandreu practiced alongside his father for many years until his father’s passing, continuing a family legacy of compassionate, community-centered care. He brings more than 25 years of clinical experience serving the women of Queens, including 18 years previously spent at Flushing Hospital Medical Center.
Dr. Santandreu earned his undergraduate education at Adelphi University and completed his medical degree at the Universidad Autónoma de Ciudad Juárez. He pursued postgraduate training at Seton Hall University, completing residency training in both Obstetrics and Gynecology and Internal Medicine. He is board-certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Clinically, Dr. Santandreu specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, fibroids, ovarian cysts, pelvic pain disorders, and comprehensive obstetric care. His practice combines extensive experience with a commitment to innovative, evidence-based treatment options.
Dr. Santandreu is excited to return to Flushing Hospital Medical Center and rejoin its dedicated team at a time of significant growth and transformation. The hospital has made major investments in women’s health services, including the complete renovation of the labor and delivery and postpartum units, the expansion of private ambulatory practices, and the integration of state-of-the-art technologies, such as advanced robotic surgical systems and enhanced high-risk prenatal services.
These advancements position Flushing Hospital Medical Center to meet the growing and diverse healthcare needs of women across one of the most culturally rich communities in New York City. Dr. Santandreu is proud to continue serving this community and to help advance high-quality, accessible women’s healthcare for generations to come.
To schedule an appointment with Flushing Hospital’s Women’s Health Department, please call 718-670-8994.
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