
Dileep Yavagal
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Dr. Dileep Yavagal is a global pioneer in advancing stroke care equity. Through leadership roles at the University of Miami and Jackson Memorial hospitals, he champions initiatives that reduce disparities. Dr. Yavagal co-founded the Society of Vascular and Interventional Neurology (SVIN) and founded the SVIN Mission Thrombectomy program. He led the development of the first global white paper on thrombectomy (a procedure to remove blood clots).
Dr. Yavagal champions access to stroke treatments worldwide, especially in low- and middle-income countries, helping transform the stroke care ecosystem. His dedication to minimizing disparities and ensuring inclusivity is helping close the gap in treating diverse populations.
