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David Santiago-Dieppa, MD, Neurosurgery, La Jolla, CA

DavidRafaelSantiago-DieppaMD

Neurosurgery La Jolla, CA

Brain & Spinal Tumor, Cerebrovascular Neurosurgery, Interventional Neuroradiology

Neurosurgeon, UC San Diego Neurosurgery

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  • Office

    UC San Diego Neurosurgery
    9300 Campus Point Drive MC 7893
    La Jolla, CA 92037
    Phone+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 Diego
    University of California, San DiegoMD, Neurosurgery, 2014 - 2020
  • University of California (San Diego) Medical Center
    University of California (San Diego) Medical CenterResidency, Neurological Surgery, 2013 - 2020
  • Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
    Johns Hopkins University School of MedicineClass of 2013

Certifications & Licensure

  • CA State Medical License
    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

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Press Mentions

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