Dr. Santiago-Dieppa, is a internationally renowned board-certified neurosurgeon who specializes in endovascular, cerebrovascular and complex cranial surgery. As part of his UC San Diego Health academic practice he provides specialized care at the main UC San Diego Health campuses, VA Medical Center San Diego, Rady Children's Hospital San Diego, and Palomar Medical Center Escondido. 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 and vascular disease.
As an Associate Professor in the Department of Neurological Surgery and Material Science and Engineering, 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.