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Dr. Scott Olson, MD

Neurology* Age 51
Dr. Scott Olson, MD
4.0 (8 Ratings)

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Dr. Scott Olson, MD is a Neurology Specialist in La Jolla, CA.
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Dr. Scott Olson, MD

Neurology* Age 51
La Jolla, CA
Accepting new patients
23 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Scott Olson, MD is a Neurology Specialist in La Jolla, CA.
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Dr. Scott Olson, MD is a Neurology Specialist in La Jolla, CA and has 23 years experience. They graduated from UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA / COLLEGE OF EDUCATION. They currently practice at UC San Diego Medical Center and are affiliated with UC San Diego Medical Center, Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido, Palomar Medical Center Poway, Scripps Green Hospital and Tri-city Medical Center. Dr. Olson has experience treating conditions like Traumatic Brain Injury among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Olson received an average rating of 4.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 8 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Olson is board certified in Neurology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 UC San Diego Medical Center
    9300 Campus Point Dr # 7774, La Jolla, CA 92037
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Experience and Background Check

Traumatic Brain Injury
Brain Aneurysm
Cerebrovascular Disease
Traumatic Brain Injury
Brain Aneurysm
Cerebrovascular Disease
Traumatic Brain Injury
Brain Aneurysm
Cerebrovascular Disease
Cerebral Edema
Cervical Vertigo
Chiari Malformation Type 1
Chiari's Deformity
Radiculopathy
Stroke
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Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
Adult Failure to Thrive
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Alzheimer's Disease
Aneurysm
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Arteriovenous Fistula
Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM)
Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM) Spine
Bell's Palsy
Cancer of Cerebral Meninges
Carotid Artery Occlusion
Carotid Artery Stenosis
Carotid Atherosclerosis
Carotid Cavernous Fistula
Carotid Dissection
Cerebral Arteriosclerosis
Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM)
Cerebral Artery Thrombosis
Cerebral Embolism
Cerebral Palsy
Cervical Stenosis
Chronic Pain
Confusion
Dementia
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Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Difficulty With Walking
Diplopia
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Dizziness
Dysphagia
Embolic Stroke
Epilepsy
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Essential Tremor
Extracranial Carotid Occlusive Disease
Facial Nerve Disorder
Gait Abnormality
Headache
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Hemispacial Neglect
Insomnia
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Intervertebral Disc Disease
Intracerebral Hemorrhage
Malignant Schwannoma
Meningitis
Migraine
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Obstructive Hydrocephalus
Parkinson's Disease
Restless Leg Syndrome
Schizophreniform and Schizoaffective Disorder
Sleep Apnea
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Demyelination
Spinal Stenosis
Subdural Hemorrhage
Syncope
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Thoracic Radiculopathy
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Trigeminal Neuralgia
Vascular Disease
Vasculitis
Vertigo
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Visual Field Defects
Vitamin B Deficiency
Aneurysm Stenting
Cognitive Function Testing
EEG (Electroencephalogram)
Evaluation and Treatment of Sleep Disorders
ImPACT Testing
Memory Evaluation
Peripheral NeuropathyTesting
Stent-Assisted Coiling
Stenting
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Sudoscan
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Thrombolysis

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Jul 17, 2023
Diagnosed and treated brain fistula. Amazing doctor.
Maureen Davis — Jul 17, 2023
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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. Scott Olson, MD is a neurology specialist in La Jolla, CA and has over 22 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA / COLLEGE OF EDUCATION in 2001. He specializes in Neurology, Cerebrovascular Disorders, and more.
Biography
Specialties*
Neurology
Cerebrovascular Disorders
Brain Aneurysms
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA / COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
    2001
Medical Education

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  • Neurology
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Scott Olson, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Olson's profile.

Dr. Scott Olson, MD is affiliated with UC San Diego Medical Center, Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido, Palomar Medical Center Poway, Scripps Green Hospital and Tri-city Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Scott Olson, MD holds board certification in Neurology.

Dr. Olson has over 23 years of healthcare experience.

Hospital Affiliations

  • UC San Diego Medical Center

    200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA

  • Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido

    555 E Valley Pkwy, Escondido, CA

  • Palomar Medical Center Poway

    15615 Pomerado Rd, Poway, CA

  • Scripps Green Hospital

    10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA

  • Tri-city Medical Center

    4002 Vista Way, Oceanside, CA

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