Dr James A. Moghtader, MD | Santa Barbara, CA | Psychiatry

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Dr Moghtader graduated from the David Geffen School of Medicine At Ucla in 1988. Dr Moghtader works in Santa Barbara, CA and specializes in Psychiatry. Dr Moghtader is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital.

accepting new patients
3.4

28 Ratings
38 years of experience
15 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
Ucla Medical Center
9 written reviews
1 specialty
12 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location

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

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Dr Moghtader's Ratings and Reviews

3.4

28 Ratings with 9 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 8 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (13) Did WellNeeds Improvement (6)
Had a good bedside manner: (13) Did WellNeeds Improvement (6)
Spent time with me: (16) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (12) Did WellNeeds Improvement (5)
Flexible scheduling: (13) Did WellNeeds Improvement (6)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
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Being very wary and uneasy of psychiatrists it took me awhile to trust. I find Dr. Moghtader to be patient and tolerant. I’m thankful to have Dr. Moghtader for a doctor and would recommend him to family and friends.

December 3rd, 2019

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I really like him añdfeelike he cares aboutmy healthh. Howere he is currently out of the office for 8 weeks and I am not doing well. His back up and office staff are unhelpfol. I am going to be looking for a new doçtor

May 24th, 2019

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I’ve been seeing Dr. Moghtader for 2 years now. Dr. Moghtader always responds to my messages. He reads my texts and responds accordingly. He’s kind and caring besides showing great patience. I am thankful that I was able to establish him as my psychiatrist.

May 6th, 2019

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Dr. Moghtafer is an excellent doctor. He expertise with prescribing psychiatric medication. He is supportive which is so important, I have been seeing him for several years and have complete trust in him..

December 1st, 2018

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Dr. Moghtader is patient and caring. There are times I thought he didn’t listen, but on subsequent appointments, he mentioned things that told him about. I was very surprised that he remembered what I mentioned to him which I thought he never even heard. I would recommend him to family and friends.

April 10th, 2018

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He does listen, I believe he is concerned about his patients. He returns calls promptly. I would recommend him.

August 14th, 2017

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He put me on 5 medications and then accused me of being an alcoholic because my liver enzymes were elevated. They never were before I saw him and they haven't been since.

May 20th, 2017

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Genuinely cares about my well-being. He is very sensitive and smart. Highly recommend him.

January 18th, 2013

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Went in for depression and panic attacks. he spent most of time giving me 2 test the same and talking on phone, gave me meds that donot mix with meds I was taking and could not take with family history. left twice as depressed as before.

February 15th, 2012

State Street Care Center

3916 State StreetSanta Barbara, CA 93101

Tel: (805) 681-7517

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Dr James A. Moghtader, MD	Dr. Adeeb Yacoub, MD	Dr. Justin Trop, MD	Ana Maldonado, APRN
Psychiatry	Psychiatry	Psychiatry	Psychiatry
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.4 (28 Ratings)	4.4 (13 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
38 Years of Experience	42 Years of Experience	6 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks Arabic, English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Santa Barbara , CA	San Francisco , CA	San Diego , CA	Los Angeles , CA
Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla	Med School: Faculty of Medicine Alexandria University Alexandria, Egypt	Med School: Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California	Med School: Maryville University of St. Louis Missouri
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EDUCATION & TRAINING

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Ucla Medical Center

Medical School

David Geffen School Of Medicine At UclaGraduated in 1988

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Where is Dr James Moghtader's office located?: Dr James Moghtader's office is located at 3916 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101.
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