Griffin Santarelli, MD, stands as a distinguished figure in the field of otolaryngology, serving as a key member of the Department of ENT and Skull Base Surgery at Barrow Neurological Institute. Furthermore, Doctor Griffin Santarelli expertly directs the Head and Neck Cancer Program within the same esteemed institution. His commitment to excellence is underscored by his board certification from the American Board of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, affirming his advanced skills and knowledge in the specialty.
Dr. Santarelli’s clinical practice is defined by his specialized expertise in addressing complex sinus disease, sinonasal tumors, and intricate skull base approaches and reconstruction. His proficiency extends to the complex treatment of head and neck cancer, offering patients comprehensive and cutting-edge surgical solutions. Doctor Griffin is also an active member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, keeping him at the forefront of advancements in his field.
His journey in medicine includes earning his medical degree from the University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences in Ohio. He further honed his surgical skills through a residency in otolaryngology at Eastern Virginia Medical School in Norfolk. Seeking advanced specialization, Doctor Griffin Santarelli completed a fellowship in neurorhinology and open and endoscopic skull base surgery at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, solidifying his expertise in these highly specialized areas.
Dr. Santarelli’s dedication to advancing medical knowledge is evident in his research interests, which encompass the reconstruction of skull base defects, innovative endoscopic approaches to the skull base, and the development of biomarker assays for sinonasal pathology. His scholarly pursuits contribute to the ongoing evolution of treatment strategies and diagnostic tools in otolaryngology.
For individuals seeking expert consultation or wishing to schedule an appointment with Doctor Griffin Santarelli, please call (602) 406-8811.
Dr. Griffin Santarelli and surgical team in the operating room performing a complex procedure.
Insurance Plans Accepted:
- Aetna
- AHCCCS (Referral Required)
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Third Party
- Cigna
- Commercial Networks
- Government Plans
- Humana
- Market Place Plans (Referral Required)
- Medicare Advantage Plans (Referral Required)
- United Healthcare
Education & Training:
- Fellowship, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Neurorhinology and Open and Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery, 2019
- Residency, Eastern Virginia Medical School, Otolaryngology, 2018
- MD, University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences, 2013
- BA, University of Arizona, Biochemistry and Molecular Biophysics, 2009
- BA, University of Arizona, Chemistry, 2009
Professional Memberships:
- American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
- American Rhinologic Society
- North American Skull Base Society
Honors & Awards:
- Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society, University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences, 2013
Selected Publications:
