Dr Benjamin M. Howard, MD | Santa Barbara, CA | Surgery

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Dr Howard graduated from the University of California Irvine College of Medicine in 2010. Dr Howard works in Santa Barbara, CA and specializes in Surgery. Dr Howard is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital and Cottage Childrens Medical Center.

accepting new patients
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7 Ratings
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

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Dr. Howard is exceptionally skilled, compassionate, and dedicated to his craft. For me, the whole process from pre-op through the surgery and post-op care couldn't have been better, If you're looking for a surgeon, rest assured that you will be in good hands with Dr. Howard.

July 1st, 2020

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I had a total thyroidectomy by Dr Howard and feel that I received the best care possible. Dr Howard spent adequate time going over options and explaining the procedure prior to the surgery. The surgery itself went very smoothly, and he followed up well after the surgery. He seems genuinely concerned and very conscientious.

October 19th, 2019

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Dr. Howard performed MAJOR emergency surgery on a 98 year old friend! It hasn’t been even a week & she’ll probably be released to rehab in a couple of days. He’s amazing! SO attentive & kind. THE best!!

July 26th, 2019

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Dr. Howard performed MAJOR emergency surgery on a 98 year old friend! It hasn’t been even a week & she’ll probably be released to rehab in a couple of days. He’s amazing! SO attentive & kind. THE best!!

July 26th, 2019

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A skilled surgeon and a superb communicator!

January 30th, 2019

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Dr Howard is a kind, thorough and caring surgeon. My partial mastectomy performed by him 3 days ago was a painless experience. He is reassuring, and with his credible knowledge, I’m prepared to be guided through this ‘cancer’ thing! He’s great!

April 20th, 2018

Pueblo Care Complex

317 W Pueblo StSanta Barbara, CA 93105

Tel: (805) 898-3140

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Dr Benjamin M. Howard, MD	Nirav Naik, MD	Dr. Sydney Guo, MD	Dr. Michael David Ramirez, MD
Surgery	Surgery	Surgery	Emergency Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
5 (7 Ratings)	4.2 (43 Ratings)	4.1 (10 Ratings)	4 (1 Rating)
16 Years of Experience	30 Years of Experience		11 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, Chinese (Mandarin)
Santa Barbara , CA	BAKERSFIELD , CA	Santa Barbara , CA	Ventura , CA
Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine		Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine
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Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

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Ucsf Medical Center

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University Of California Irvine College Of MedicineGraduated in 2010

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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.
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