Overview
Dr. William Dillon is an expert in neuroradiology, a specialty in which advanced imaging technologies are used to investigate nervous system abnormalities. He has special interests in head and neck radiology and in minimally invasive methods for diagnosing and treating spinal pain and cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leak disorders, which occur when CSF escapes from a tear in the tissue surrounding the brain or spine. Dillon is executive vice chair of the UCSF Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging, and he served as neuroradiology section chief from 1992 to 2013. Dillon earned his medical degree from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. He completed a residency in radiology at the University of Utah, followed by a fellowship in neuroradiology at UCSF. Dillon is past president of both the American Society of Neuroradiology and American Society of Head and Neck Radiology, and has received the Gold Medal Award from both organizations. He has written more than 300 peer-reviewed articles and authored several textbooks. In his free time, Dillon enjoys hiking, traveling to other countries and walking with his wife, Irene, in the San Francisco Botanical Garden at Golden Gate Park.
Dr. Dillon is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak, Calvarial Hyperostosis, Sciatica, Thrombectomy, and Cardiac Ablation.
Dr. Dillon is board certified in American Board Of Radiology, Neuroradiology and American Board Of Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 88 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Dillon is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
185 Berry St., Lobby 6, Suite 180 And 190, San Francisco, CA 94107
185 Berry St., Lobby 6, San Francisco, CA 94107
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Precision Spine And Peripheral Nerve Center
Dr. Christopher Hess is a neuroradiologist, a specialist in diagnosing nervous system disorders with advanced imaging technologies. He uses MRI to diagnose and monitor neurodegenerative disorders such as dementia, and movement disorders such as Parkinson's disease and epilepsy. He also has expertise in diagnosing vascular anomalies (abnormalities involving blood vessels) and in CT-guided spinal procedures. He serves as chair of the UCSF Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging. Hess earned his medical degree at the University of Illinois College of Medicine. He earned a master of science degree and doctorate in electrical engineering at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He completed a residency in radiology and a fellowship in neuroradiology at UCSF. Dr. Hess is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses PHACE Syndrome, Aplasia Cutis Congenita, Clouston Syndrome, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Vertebroplasty. Dr. Hess is board certified in American Board Of Radiology, Neuroradiology and American Board Of Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology. Dr. Hess is currently accepting new patients.
Birthmarks & Vascular Anomalies Center
Dr. Christopher Dowd is an expert in neurointerventional radiology, the minimally invasive diagnosis and treatment of disorders involving blood vessels of the brain and spine. He has special interests in treating brain aneurysms and vascular malformations using endovascular techniques. After receiving his undergraduate degree in biology from Harvard University, Dowd earned his medical degree at the University of Virginia. He completed a residency in diagnostic radiology at University of California, San Diego, and fellowships in neuroradiology and interventional radiology at UCSF, where he joined the faculty in 1987. Dowd is the recipient of numerous prestigious awards, including the Clinical Teacher of the Year award from the UCSF Department of Dermatology and Elliot Lasser Award from the UCSD Department of Radiology. Dr. Dowd is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arteriovenous Malformation, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Vein of Galen Aneurysm, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement. Dr. Dowd is board certified in American Board Of Radiology, Neuroradiology and American Board Of Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology.
Stanford Hospital And Clinics
Jeremy Heit is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Heit is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Arteriovenous Malformation, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. William P. Dillon
How do I make an appointment with Dr. William P. Dillon?
You can book an appointment with Dr. William P. Dillon by calling their office at 415-353-4500. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. William P. Dillon a top-rated expert for Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. William P. Dillon is classified as an Distinguished expert for Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. William P. Dillon specialize in?
While Dr. William P. Dillon is a Neuroradiology, they have specific expertise in Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak, Calvarial Hyperostosis, and Sciatica. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neuroradiology.
Does Dr. William P. Dillon participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. William P. Dillon has published 87 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. You can view a list of Dr. William P. Dillon's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. William P. Dillon accept my insurance?
Dr. William P. Dillon accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Shield of California and UnitedHealthcare. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-353-4500 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Cerebrospinal Fluid LeakDr. Dillon isDistinguished. Learn about Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak.
- Advanced
- Calvarial HyperostosisDr. Dillon isAdvanced. Learn about Calvarial Hyperostosis.
- HeadacheDr. Dillon isAdvanced. Learn about Headache.
- MeningiomaDr. Dillon isAdvanced. Learn about Meningioma.
- SciaticaDr. Dillon isAdvanced. Learn about Sciatica.
- StrokeDr. Dillon isAdvanced. Learn about Stroke.
- Experienced
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Dillon isExperienced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- ArachnoiditisDr. Dillon isExperienced. Learn about Arachnoiditis.
- Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS)
- Brain AneurysmDr. Dillon isExperienced. Learn about Brain Aneurysm.
- Cardiac AblationDr. Dillon isExperienced. Learn about Cardiac Ablation.
- Caudal Regression SyndromeDr. Dillon isExperienced. Learn about Caudal Regression Syndrome.