Summary

Dr. George Cheng is a family medicine physician who earned his medical degree from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine. With five decades of clinical experience, he brings extensive knowledge to comprehensive primary care. His osteopathic training emphasizes treating the whole person and understanding how different body systems work together. Dr. Cheng is fluent in both Spanish and English.

Dr. Cheng practices at multiple locations throughout Santa Barbara, including affiliations with Saint Mary Medical Center, Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, and Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital. He specializes in treating kidney conditions, including advanced chronic kidney disease. His expertise extends to skin care, where he performs treatments like cryotherapy and laser therapy for various skin lesions. Patients have given Dr. Cheng an average rating of 5.0, reflecting their confidence in his comprehensive approach to family medicine.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 50 years of experience
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. George Cheng has 2 locations

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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Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese Speaks English, Spanish
Santa Barbara , CAHouston , TXPlacentia , CAEncinitas , CA
Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. George Cheng

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Medical Specialties

Dr. George Cheng has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. George Cheng has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

50 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Osteopathy, California, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated in 1976

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Which hospitals is Dr. George Cheng affiliated with?
Dr. George Cheng is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital and Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital.
What languages does Dr. George Cheng speak?
Dr. George Cheng speaks Spanish and English.

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