Summary

Dr. Barbara Mathews is a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist who earned her medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine. With over five decades of experience in women's health, she brings extensive knowledge to caring for patients throughout all stages of their reproductive lives. Dr. Mathews speaks English and has dedicated her career to providing comprehensive gynecologic care.

Dr. Mathews practices at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital and Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital in Santa Barbara, California. She specializes in helping women navigate menopause and provides expert care for abnormal Pap test results. Her practice includes advanced breast health services, offering both mammograms and specialized breast cancer screening. Patients rate Dr. Mathews 4.3 out of 5 stars for her compassionate care and clinical expertise.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 54 years of experience
  • 16 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Tufts University School Of Medicine
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Barbara Edith Mathews has 3 locations

Womens Health Services

2235 De la Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
Mon9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Tue9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Wed9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Thu9:00 am - 3:30 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital

351 S Patterson AveSanta Barbara, CA 93111

Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital

400 W Pueblo StSanta Barbara, CA 93105

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54 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience 5 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, Portuguese, German Speaks English, Hindi, Punjabi Speaks English
Santa Barbara , CALos Angeles , CAEncino , CATorrance , CA
Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine Med School: Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University Med School: Emory University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Barbara Edith Mathews

  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Blue Shield of California
  • CenCal Health
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Group
  • GEHA
  • GEHA - PPO
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Priority Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthOne

Medical Specialties

Dr. Barbara Edith Mathews has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

54 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Tufts University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1972

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Which hospitals is Dr. Barbara Mathews affiliated with?
Dr. Barbara Mathews is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital and Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital.
What languages does Dr. Barbara Mathews speak?
Dr. Barbara Mathews speaks English.
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Does Dr. Barbara Mathews accept my insurance?
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