Amy Santin, MD

“What I love most about practicing medicine is the privilege of hearing patient’s stories and being a part of their health journey, as it is through human connection and understanding that true healing can occur.”

Background‍

As a child I wanted to become a doctor because I was thrilled by the idea that one could be a scientist and help people at the same time. As I grew older, my interests shifted and I began a career in law and policy with a special interest in advocacy for women. I realized that medicine provides the perfect opportunity both to connect with people through individualized care as well as to address health care needs at a community and systems level through teaching, advocacy and public health.

Education

• Undergrad: James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA
• Medical School: University of North Carolina School of Medicine, Chapel Hill, NC
• Residency: MAHEC (Mountain Area Health Education Center), Asheville, NC

Life and Hobbies

When not working I enjoy spending time with friends and family, trail running in our beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina, hiking, camping, gardening and seeing live music, especially outside. I am an avid traveler, and my favorite trips take me to far flung places where I can sleep outside.