Dorothy Dada MD

Dorothy Patrice Dada, MD, PhD

Neurology, Headache and Migraine, Traumatic brain injury

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About Dorothy Patrice Dada, MD, PhD 

Certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Neurologist Dorothy P. Dada, MD, is a member of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. She has studied extensively in medicine and neurology, and she holds fellowships in the Steve Tisch Sports Neurology-Neurotrauma program and the UCLA Goldberg Migraine program. This is where she enjoys providing care for her adolescent and adult patients suffering from headaches, facial pain, concussions, and mild traumatic brain injuries.   

All children need heroes, and Dr. Dada’s hero was her childhood pediatrician. It was he who first inspired her to pursue a career in medicine. Perhaps this is because Dr. Dada was frequently hospitalized as a child with severe asthma attacks. Her pediatrician always used his extraordinary skill to create a safe and lighthearted environment during the most frightening situations for her and her family. She saw in her pediatrician a unique ability to balance the art of medicine with compassion and empathy, and her patients believe she brings those same qualities when she is working with them.  

Dr. Dada received her medical training at Loma Linda University. As her studies evolved, she earned a Ph.D. in neuroscience to fully understand the mechanisms involved in brain injury. During these studies, she set herself a goal to develop novel therapies for brain repair. Although challenging, this was also a gratifying experience. During this time, she recognized the importance of genuinely connecting with her patients, expanding her goals, and her true passion for neurology.  

Dr. Dada enjoys learning how headaches and traumatic brain injuries affect her pediatric and adult patients’ lives. And more importantly, she enjoys discovering what she can do to alleviate their suffering. Using a comprehensive assessment, she works with each patient and family to develop an individualized treatment plan that alleviates suffering and leads to functional recovery.    

Not only do her patients recognize her compassion when she is caring for them, but that compassion also extends well beyond her workplace. Being highly active in community service, Dr. Dada enjoys mentoring undergraduate and medical students, promoting wellness and awareness of heart disease in women, and volunteering for health fairs.   

Dr. Dada’s dedication has earned her many honors and awards throughout her academic career. She has produced manuscripts for medical journals and presented lectures all over the country.   

In her free time, Dr. Dada loves spending time with her friends and family, and she is always up for a great music festival or outdoor jazz concert.  Her hobbies include cycling, hiking, running, and yoga, and she especially loves competing in new fitness challenges with her husband, Rodney.  

Dr. Dada provided great info and listened to all my questions, never interrupted me or dismissed my concerns, etc. Wonderful doctor!!

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Medical Service

Neurology & Neurosurgery

Locations

1821 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 301,
Santa Monica, CA 90403

12555 West Jefferson Blvd., Suite 303,
Los Angeles, CA 90066
(310) 829-0260

Education

Medical School
Loma Linda University
2014

Residency
University of California, Los Angeles Medical Center
Neurology
2018

Fellowships
University of California, Los Angeles Medical Center
Migraine, Sports Neurology-Neurotrauma
2019

UCLA Goldberg Migraine Program, 2019

UCLA Steve Tisch BrainSPORT Program, 2019

Languages

English

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  • 4.8
  • 263 Reviews
  • 364 Comments
  • 5
06/04/2025

She is an outstanding doctor! Empathetic and kind and knowledgeable! I'm so grateful.

Providence Patient
  • 5
05/25/2025

Dr.Dada is an excellent doctor. She took the time to listen to my concerns. She answered my question and concerns in great detail. She showed me empathy and respect. I felt very comfortable with her.I will definitely recommend her to family and friends.

Providence Patient
  • 5
05/22/2025

Im happy with the service I receive

Providence Patient
  • 4.94
05/20/2025

Doctor was nice and knowledgeable.

Providence Patient
  • 5
05/18/2025

Dr Dada was professional and compassionate. She was very well spoken and took her time in explaining things thoroughly. I'm a Nurse so I have medical background. I was in a bicycle accident and out of the 6 providers I saw total she was by far the best one. She is highly recommended. In a healthcare system that can be very dismissive, she was how I wished every provider was. Makes me hopeful for healthcare.

Providence Patient
  • 5
05/17/2025

Dr Dada is a pleasant, thorough, encouraging care provider. I can't say enough about how positive my experience with Dr Dada was.

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  • 5
05/17/2025

Excellent service

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  • 5
05/12/2025

Dr. Dada was excellent and I would highly recommend her.

Providence Patient
  • 5
05/11/2025

Exceptional doctor

Providence Patient
  • 5
05/10/2025

Dr Dads took the time to go over the history and listened patiently she was able to diagnose my situation. She was the 3rd neurologist that I saw, the first 2 were not able to make a diagnosis. I greatly appreciate her patiently going over all the images and information I have provided and smart enough to understand what was wrong with me.I will recommend her always

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