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AHN Neurology
*Primary Location
West Penn Hospital
4815 Liberty Ave
Suite 439
Pittsburgh, PA 15224
Tel: 412.578.3925
Fax: 412.605.6367
West Penn Hospital
4815 Liberty Ave
Suite 439
Pittsburgh, PA 15224
Tel: 412.578.3925
Fax: 412.605.6367
Dolores Dominguez Santamaria, MD
Certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Dr. Santamaria is the director of the Headache Center at Allegheny Health Network (AHN). She is certified as a headache specialist by the United Council for Neurologic Subspecialties and is committed to providing patients with personalized and compassionate expertise through multifaceted treatments and care.
Dr. Santamaria began her medical education in Moscow, Russia, where she was born and raised, and went on to earn her medical degree from Santiago of Compostela University in Galicia, Spain. She completed her residency at Pennsylvania Hospital, University of Pennsylvania Health System, and Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, both in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Dr. Santamaria is fluent in Russian and Spanish. She has medical privileges at Allegheny General, Allegheny Valley, and West Penn hospitals.
Botulinum Toxin Treatment (Migraine Only)
Chronic Headaches
Chronic Proxysmal Hemicrania
Cluster Headaches
HA (Headache)
Headaches
Intractable Headaches
Intractable Migraine Headaches
Migraine Headaches
Migraine Headaches and Prevention
Migraine Health Center
Migraines
Occular Migraines
Tension Headaches
Trigeminal Neuralgia
Professional Position
Director, AHN Headache Center
Training & Certifications
Fellowship
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
Residency
Pennsylvania Hospital
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
Board
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology - Neurolo
Publications
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Patient Comments
April 29, 2019
She's truly top notch in her field. I'm very fortunate to have seen her. Her diagnosis and recommendations were spot-on.
April 28, 2019
I don't feel as if the doctor spent enough time with me and listened to me.
April 23, 2019
hard to not recommend her because she's the only specialist in the health system. your hands are tied. she is wonderful during your first visit and really good the next few. after that she starts to go downhill
April 20, 2019
Always provides good information on proposed treatments and discusses pros and cons.
April 18, 2019
Nice husband & I really liked her & her assistant very thorough & friendly.
April 16, 2019
She is the best!
April 15, 2019
Dr. Santamaria's treatment is curing migraine headaches that I've suffered from for 3 1/2 years, so I was reporting how rarely I am getting headaches now. She was delighted and so was I. She certainly told me what I should continue doing re treatment but this was really a celebratory visit. [...]
April 12, 2019
Very good.
March 13, 2019
I've had better results with Dr. Santamaria in a few months than with my previous neurologist in a few years.
March 13, 2019
As I have already stated, Dr. Santamaria is the ideal physician: an expert in her field; a warm, caring person; an excellent listener who respects my opinion on treatment choices; someone who makes you feel better for having seen her even if the medical issue is difficult to find an immediate remedy. She always makes my husband and me feel encouraged and hopeful.
March 05, 2019
This was a first visit. The doctor seemed very caring, but she talked very fast and seemed to have her mind made up on what I needed before she'd asked any questions.
March 04, 2019
I have already recommended this provider to others.
February 04, 2019
I cried when I got to my car after the appointment. I was a cry of relief that I was directed to the right doctor for my condition and provided with three alternative plans for my care moving forward. Dr. Santamaria took into consideration all of my allergies and sensitivities to medications. Dr. Santamaria made me feel comfortable, took the time to let me take everything in, answered all of my questions and talked through each plan and my concerns.
January 09, 2019
[...] Dr. Santamaria is concerned. She is an exceptional physician and person.
January 02, 2019
Dr. Santamaria is very warm and caring. I've only visited her twice but I trust that she'll be able to cure my migraine headaches. She is seeking an array of treatments to consider, which I appreciate, and is a more hands-on practitioner than my last headache doctor. [...]
December 28, 2018
Dr. Santamaria took her time and Listened to my concerns. Put me at ease.
December 26, 2018
First time visit to doctor and was very impressed with her. She was very respectful of my concerns. I would highly recommend her.
December 12, 2018
I thought the Dr would spend time but we were interrupted by someone who worked at the facility and the dr was gone - not a good explanation of the medicine prescribed and instructions [...]
December 09, 2018
she didn't spend enough time with me because she was running behind. she went straight to medicines and not to what was actually the problem. I felt very rushed and overwhelmed.
December 08, 2018
Excellent physician
December 04, 2018
I really liked Dr. Santamaria. She was enthusiastic and seemed to really care. I will highly recommend her.
November 26, 2018
she is always very encouraging and optimistic that together she will work with me until I can get some relief.
November 08, 2018
It was my first visit. Dr. was rushed & did not listen to my comments. Dr. prescribed me a medication that I told her I was allergic to. Pharmacy caught it and had it changed.
November 07, 2018
Dr. Santamaria was great.
November 06, 2018
I had been recommended by my Neurologist, Dr. [...] to see a headache specialist because of pinched nerves in my neck causing migraine-like headaches. I am so glad that Dr. [...]'s high estimation of Dr. Santamaria proved true. Especially, since I did not want a doctor who would shove opioids or other prescription drugs at me.
October 25, 2018
I don't have enough positive things to say about this doctor. After vomiting for over 3 weeks (neurosurgeon doing nothing when saw them for this issue), I saw dr. santamaria. she admitted me to the hospital and I walked out feeling like a different person. I can't thank her enough!!
October 14, 2018
Dr. Santamaria is a wonderful and caring doctor [...]
October 06, 2018
Dr. Santamaria speaks quickly and because of her accent I don't always understand and process the information quickly enough to formulate and ask questions in such a brief appointment.
October 05, 2018
Dr. Santamaria is absolutely the best doctor I've ever had. she made me feel heard within the healthcare system for the first tome since being diagnosed with [...]
September 28, 2018
Dr. Santamaria was very good. Spent time with me. Explained everything to me. Very sympathetic.
September 24, 2018
I was so impressed with the provider that I've already recommended her to a number of friends.
September 19, 2018
waited an hour for Doctor and she was there for 5 mins. I timed it.
September 13, 2018
Dr. Santamaria is fabulous!
September 12, 2018
honestly one if not the best physician interaction I've ever had. I adore her.
September 07, 2018
I just feel rushed when I am there & in my "time" in the office. I want to say No slow down, I waited my turn now listen to me & give me my 15 or 20 minutes without making me feel like you're too busy to give me your full attention.
September 06, 2018
I like her bedside manner, she spent a lot of time at the first visit, but she was impossible to reach when I was suffering from side effects to medications I tried. I'd have to wait till my next appt. & as each med failed, I felt she was even discouraged and lost interest. (She didn't remember meds I already tried & lacked empathy.
September 02, 2018
Dr. Santamaria is excellent!!!
August 10, 2018
Very good care.
July 20, 2018
I have no problems at all with Dr. Santamaria. [...]
July 16, 2018
I loved this doctor. I felt confident in her capabilities. she explained everything to the fullest and how the medication would work. she also presented interest in my lifestyle and how this played a part in care and recovery.
July 03, 2018
I finally found a neurologist who is willing to help without over medicating. She is wonderful.
July 03, 2018
she spent 10 minutes with me. did not review my history. offered no information on how to alleviate current migraine. was only concerned with selling me on Aimovig.
June 28, 2018
Dr. Santa Maria is the best complete confidence for my healthcare. Compassionate what every doctor should be.
June 25, 2018
This was the best medical treatment I have ever received from anyone. Dr. Santamaria was GREAT.
