Summary

Dr. Benjamin Howard specializes in surgery, bringing 16 years of experience to patient care. They earned their medical degree from the University of California Irvine College of Medicine and completed their residency at UCSF Medical Center. This comprehensive training has prepared them to handle a wide range of surgical procedures with expertise and precision.

Dr. Howard practices at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital, and Cottage Children's Medical Center in Santa Barbara, California. They focus on treating conditions such as parathyroid disease and hyperparathyroidism, along with ventral hernias. Their surgical expertise includes performing pathology tests and surgical pathology procedures to help diagnose and treat various conditions. Patients have given Dr. Howard an average rating of 5.0, reflecting their satisfaction with the care they receive.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 16 years of experience
  • 33 insurance plans accepted
  • Ucsf Medical Center
  • 6 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 board certification
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location

Office Location

Pueblo Care Complex

317 W Pueblo StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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SurgerySurgerySurgerySurgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.2 
16 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience 64 Years of Experience 55 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish, Hindi Speaks English Speaks English
Santa Barbara , CABAKERSFIELD , CASanta Barbara , CASanta Barbara , CA
Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Alexandria Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Universitat De Barcelona Facultat De Medicina
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr Benjamin M. Howard

  • Aetna
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CareSource
  • CenCal Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Moda Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Dr Benjamin M. Howard has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

16 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Ucsf Medical Center

Medical School

University Of California Irvine College Of MedicineGraduated in 2010

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr Benjamin Howard affiliated with?
Dr Benjamin Howard is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital, and Cottage Childrens Medical Center.
Where is Dr Benjamin Howard's office located?
Dr Benjamin Howard's office is located at 317 W Pueblo St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93105.
How can I make an appointment with Dr Benjamin Howard?
You can find contact information for Dr Benjamin Howard here on Vitals.
Does Dr Benjamin Howard accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr Benjamin Howard accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr Benjamin Howard accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr Benjamin Howard has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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