Tresa McGranahan, MD, PhD

  • Neurology
  • Hematology and Oncology
Tresa McGranahan, MD, PhD
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Scripps Clinic Encinitas - 326 Santa Fe
326 Santa Fe Drive Fl 2
Encinitas, CA 92024
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Prebys Cancer Center
4044 Fifth Ave
San Diego, CA 92103
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Scripps Clinic Torrey Pines
10710 N Torrey Pines Rd
La Jolla, CA 92037
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Biography

As a neuro-oncologist, Tresa McGranahan, MD, PhD, cares for patients with brain or spinal cord tumors, including tumors that start in the brain or spinal cord and spread to other parts of the body. She also provides care for neurologic complications of cancer treatments, such as cognitive changes, headaches, neuropathy and immunotherapy complications. 


Dr. McGranahan’s philosophy is that the brain makes us who we are and is our most important organ. Unfortunately, as the organ with the least ability to heal itself, the brain is vulnerable to problems related to many cancer treatments. She believes keeping the brain and nervous system healthy is essential during cancer treatments and in survivorship. 


Dr. McGranahan’s research focuses on clinical trials that strive to prolong survival as well as improve quality of life for patients with primary and metastatic brain tumors. She has published many articles in peer-reviewed journals and authored book chapters.


Outside of her medical practice, Dr. McGranahan enjoys dance, travel and running. She is also a dedicated dog mom.

Board Certifications

United Council for Neurologic Subspecialties, Neurology, 2019American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, 2017

Medical Education

University of California, San Diego, MD, 2013University of California San Diego, PhD, Neurosciences, 2011

Internships

Naval Medical Center San Diego, Internal Medicine, 2014

Residencies

Stanford University School of Medicine, Neurology, 2017

Fellowships

Stanford University School of Medicine, Neuro-Oncology, 2018

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