Brain Tumor Program

As the region's only comprehensive brain tumor program, UC San Diego Health provides advanced and compassionate care for brain tumors and neurologic complications of cancer.

Nationally Ranked Care for Brain Tumors

UC San Diego Health is ranked among the top 50 in the nation for cancer care and neurology and neurosurgery by U.S. News & World Report. We are also the only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center in San Diego County. This is the highest possible rating for a U.S. cancer center, and it means you'll receive the best possible care and support. Studies show patient outcomes are better at NCI-designated cancer centers. Our specialists also care for more patients with brain tumors than any other San Diego health care system.

Types of Brain Tumors We Treat

Your UC San Diego Health care team treats all types and stages of brain tumors. The most common tumors are:

• Acoustic neuroma, including neurofibromatosis type 2
• Glioma, including astrocytoma, oligodendroglioma, and oligoastrocytoma
• Glioblastoma
• Meningioma
• Metastatic brain tumors
• Pineal tumors
• Pituitary and skull base tumors

Brain Tumor Diagnosis

You receive a fast and accurate diagnosis with the most advanced imaging techniques designed specifically for brain tumors. This helps us deliver the treatment you need without delay.

World-Class Imaging Technology

Our suite of neurosurgical operating rooms offers intraoperative MRI (iMRI) and full 3D/4K technology, which allows us to integrate advanced imaging such as functional MRI (fMRI) and diffusion tensor tractography.