About
Dr. Alexandra Santiago is a board-certified family physician and the founder of BrightHEALTH Family Medicine & Wellness in Frisco, TX. She earned her undergraduate degree in Exercise Physiology from the University of Miami, where she also competed as a cheerleader. She completed her medical degree at Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine and her Family Medicine residency at Medical City Fort Worth.
Dr. Santiago has practiced in the DFW area for ten years. Her clinical philosophy puts whole-body health and lifestyle change before medication or intervention. That conviction traces back to her years as a competitive athlete and personal trainer, where she saw firsthand what consistent movement and nutrition could do. She treats a wide range of conditions, including hypertension, diabetes, thyroid disease, anxiety, depression, and ADHD. Outside the clinic, she is a wife and mother to two toddlers. She and her husband Josh collaborate on the BrightFIT wellness program. She enjoys tennis, yoga, running, and a good book.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Miami, Exercise Physiology
Medical School
Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine
Residency
Family Medicine, Medical City Fort Worth
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Santiago right for?
Dr. Santiago works well with individuals and families seeking a primary care physician who takes time to listen. Adults managing chronic conditions like hypertension, diabetes, or thyroid disease benefit from her proactive, lifestyle-first approach. She also sees patients dealing with anxiety, depression, or ADHD who want a physician engaged in their mental health. Parents looking for a consistent doctor for pediatric wellness and school physicals will find her practice a strong fit. Her panel size keeps access open for same-day visits when urgent needs arise.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Santiago treats a broad range of primary care conditions. These include hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes, thyroid disease, asthma, and allergies. She also manages anxiety, depression, and ADHD. Her scope covers acute illness, preventive care, women's health, and pediatric wellness.
Yes. Dr. Santiago holds board certification in Family Medicine. She completed her residency training at Medical City Fort Worth and earned her medical degree from Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Dr. Santiago addresses whole-body health and lifestyle before reaching for medication. Her background as a competitive athlete and personal trainer shapes how she counsels patients on exercise, nutrition, and sustainable habit change. She sees medication as a supplement to healthy living, not a replacement for it.
Yes. Dr. Santiago sees patients of all ages, including children. She performs pediatric wellness exams and school physicals as part of the BrightHEALTH membership.
Yes. Dr. Santiago manages mental health conditions including anxiety, depression, and ADHD. She treats these alongside other primary care needs within the membership.
Dr. Santiago majored in Exercise Physiology at the University of Miami. She attended Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine for her medical degree. She completed her Family Medicine residency at Medical City Fort Worth.
Yes. Dr. Santiago performs a range of minor and urgent procedures in the office. These include laceration repair, abscess drainage, skin biopsies, lesion removals, cryotherapy, joint and tender point injections, and ear wax removal.
Yes. Members contact Dr. Santiago directly by text, phone, email, portal, or video chat. This direct access means many questions and minor concerns get resolved without requiring an office visit.
Doctor profile last updated April 10, 2026