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Office
UC San Diego Neurosurgery
9300 Campus Point Drive MC 7893
La Jolla, CA 92037Phone+1 858-657-7920
Summary
- Dr. Santiago-Dieppa, is a neurosurgeon who specializes in endovascular, cerebrovascular, complex cranial, and minimally invasive spine surgery. Dr. Santiago-Dieppa works with patients and their families to develop individualized treatment strategies that are minimally invasive and maximally effective. Dr. Santiago-Dieppa has a passion for the treatment of cranial and spinal tumors.
As an Assistant Professor in the Department of Surgery, Dr. Santiago-Dieppa has extensive clinical and translational research experience and is actively engaged in teaching medical students, residents and fellows at the UC San Diego School of Medicine.
Originally from Los Angeles, Dr. Santiago-Dieppa received his Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry at UC Riverside where he graduated Magna Cum Laude. Dr. Santiago-Dieppa received his Doctor of Medicine with Alpha Omega Alpha distinction from The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He completed his neurosurgical residency and fellowship in Endovascular Neurosurgery UC San Diego.
He is a member of many professional organizations, including the American Association of Neurological Surgeons and the Congress of Neurological Surgeons.
Outside of work, Dr. Santiago-Dieppa enjoys spending time with his wife and three children.
Education & Training
- University of California, San DiegoMD, Neurosurgery, 2014 - 2020
- University of California (San Diego) Medical CenterResidency, Neurological Surgery, 2013 - 2020
- Johns Hopkins University School of MedicineClass of 2013
Certifications & Licensure
- CA State Medical License 2014 - 2026
- American Board of Neurological Surgery Neurological Surgery
Awards, Honors, & Recognition
- Alpha Omega Alpha Alpha Omega Alpha, 2013
Clinical Trials
- Assessing Neurocognition After Cerebrovascular Intervention Start of enrollment: 2021 Jul 15
- Lumbar Drain vs Extraventricular Drain to Prevent Vasospasm in Subarachnoid Hemorrhage Start of enrollment: 2017 Jan 01
Roles: Contact, Sub-Investigator
Publications & Presentations
PubMed
- 137 citationsEpidemiology, Natural History, and Clinical Presentation of Large Vessel Ischemic Stroke.Robert C. Rennert, Arvin R. Wali, Jeffrey A. Steinberg, David R Santiago-Dieppa, Scott E Olson
Neurosurgery. 2019-07-01 - 10 citationsNeurosurgical Management of a Thoracic Dorsal Arachnoid Web: Case Illustration.Arvin R. Wali, Harjus Birk, Joel R. Martin, David R Santiago-Dieppa, Joseph D. Ciacci
Cureus. 2019-06-19 - 4 citationsInterventional Management of Acute Ischemic Stroke: A Systematic ReviewJ. Scott Pannell, David R Santiago-Dieppa, Alexander A. Khalessi
Current Treatment Options in Cardiovascular Medicine. 2014-06-13
Press Mentions
- A Father’s Journey from Stroke to Son’s WeddingAugust 27th, 2024
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