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Dolores Dominguez Santamaria, MD
(163 reviews)
Neurology
AHN Provider
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
*Primary Location
Waterworks Health & Wellness
AHN Outpatient Center
970 Freeport Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
Tel: 412.578.3925
Fax: 412.605.6367
Waterworks Health & Wellness
AHN Outpatient Center
970 Freeport Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
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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June 22, 2021
Dr. Santamaria & [...] are the best, talk about love , professional & concern in my care is the tops. Raises for them?
June 15, 2021
All concerns were addressed and answered very well.
May 21, 2021
I have recommended a few friends to the practice.
May 17, 2021
very kind and knowledgable
May 10, 2021
I think Santamaria is terrific.
April 28, 2021
would highly recommend dr Santamaria
April 20, 2021
Dr. Santamaria is an excellent physician & I've recommended her to a number of people.
March 15, 2021
I WAS VERY HAPPY WITH MY PROVIDER AND DISCUSSED ALLL MY HEALTH ISSUE AND MADE A PLAN AND THE PLAN WAS WELL WRITTEN FOR ME TO FOLLOW.
March 15, 2021
I always tell friends and family that I go to West Penn and my doctors name. My family knows I'm doing better after visiting and feels happy for me.
February 26, 2021
She helped me out so much [...] she gave me my life back. Thank you.
February 16, 2021
She didn't even let me explain what was going on. [...].
February 10, 2021
Very easy to use video visit. Dr Santamaria was very caring and included me in deciding what course of treatment would be next.
February 08, 2021
Dr Santamaria is always on top and helpfully to explain to me when I ask questions.
February 01, 2021
My appointment with the doctor was amazing. She listened to my symptoms and gave me many solutions to my head aches. I have already recommended her to my [...] who has migraines.
January 26, 2021
She was so kind and caring. I could tell she was quite knowledgeable and willing to help me with my pain in my head.
January 12, 2021
wonderful physician who is extremely knowledgeable my condition will never go away, however, she never stops trying when a new intervention is discovered
January 12, 2021
Dr. Santamaria was wonderful.
December 28, 2020
I couldn't ask for a better physician. Dr. Santamaria is by far the best doctor that I've seen and she is so caring. It is worth the long drive to see her.
December 27, 2020
Dr. Santamaria is a lifesaver for me! I've suffered for so many years with migraines and nobody seemed to really care to try anything to help me - until I was told about Dr. Santamaria and WOW! She's an amazing physician who works hard to help her patients!
December 21, 2020
Dr. Santamaria is a wonderful doctor! She really cares about her patients. She very compentely improved my migraine headaches. She is terrific.
December 18, 2020
Understand condition and offer helpful suggestions.
December 07, 2020
Very helpful, caring and thorough.
December 07, 2020
[...]. While on call was interrupt and my care was compromised. my visit was maybe 5minutes. I was made to feel that I was a interruption to her day.
December 07, 2020
Dr. Santamaria is always so kind and helpful in treating my migraines.
November 22, 2020
very caring, very attentive
October 23, 2020
Dr. Santamaria is a brilliant and compassionate doctor who truly goes above & beyond for her patients. I would recommend her highly.
October 20, 2020
What I didn't understand, Dr. Santamaria explained to my wife very good.
October 13, 2020
I have recommended my Doctor to a good friend of mine, who now sees her. It is really nice to know that everyone in the office is so caring.
September 28, 2020
She addressed my problem is a very professional manner
September 18, 2020
Excellent and caring doctor; very familiar with my case and concerns.
September 14, 2020
Dr. Santamaria is amazing! Without her, I wouldn't be where I am today. Not enough thanks can be given to her for what she has done.
August 29, 2020
Dr. Is so caring, compassionate and knowledgeable. She is an excellent physician and wonderful individual.
August 29, 2020
Dr. Santamaria is always very caring. I trust her judgement regarding my treatment plan.
August 10, 2020
I was very impressed with the care and concern provided by Dr Santamaria.
August 03, 2020
very professional [...].
August 01, 2020
Dr. Santamaria was very personable. [...].
July 26, 2020
Very On Point & Attentive!!! Shows Compassion...
