Dr. David C. Pires, DO | Santa Barbara, CA | Anesthesiologist

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Dr. Pires graduated from the Western Univ Health Sci College of Osteopathic Medicine of The Pacific in 2005. Dr. Pires works in Santa Barbara, CA and 2 other locations and specializes in Anesthesiology, Family Medicine and Pain Medicine. Dr. Pires is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, Arroyo Grande Community Hospital, French Hospital Medical Center, Marian Regional Medical Center, Bakersfield Heart Hospital, Cottage Childrens Medical Center and California Mens Colony Hospital.

4.8

127 Ratings
21 years of experience
speaks English, Spanish
Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific
72 written reviews
3 specialties
15 areas of expertise
7 hospital affiliations
5 office locations

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

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4.8

127 Ratings with 72 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 8 Minutes

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Had a good bedside manner: (67) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Spent time with me: (66) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (58) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
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I was seen by Dr. Pires today. I experienced nothing but professionalism by the Dr and staff.

February 9th, 2021

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I have been a patient of Dr. Pires for several years. He has treated me for numerous issues from migraine headaches, to back issues, to shoulder and neck issues etc. He has an extremely gentle hand, a wonderful tender bedside manner and he explains everything that he is doing as he does it, so that you are not surprised before or during your procedure. I would highly recommend this wonderful doctor to anyone that needs to get their pain under control. I’m so grateful to have found this special caring tender individual who has helped me more than I can even imagine.

January 7th, 2021

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I feel I got more information from Dr. Pires, and appreciate answering my questions. The procedure (injection) in my back had very little pain, and I appreciated Dr. Pires telling me everything he was doing as he was doing the procedure.

December 4th, 2020

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Working in a hospital, I appreciate a doctor who blends competence with a great bedside manner; Dr. Pires is that doctor. Top notch!

November 4th, 2020

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Everyone was very courtious and efficient. Dr. Pires, you were so kind which is a great comfort to me when ill at ease to begin with. I am feeling great on the left side now. What a great gift to have this proceedure. I am looking forward to having the right side done soon. Thank you, Joan Watson

October 9th, 2020

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I have confidence in this doctor’s knowledge & skill.

October 8th, 2020

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Dr. Pires was very pleasant and friendly. I liked him and his personality

September 30th, 2020

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I've been seeing Dr.Pires for some time now, I find him to be a very skillful doctor with good bed-side communication. The assistant is always pleasant and as a team, offer a professional productive visit for the patient. His office is always clean and well organized. The visit times are usually at or near the time scheduled, I've never had to wait more than 5 to 10 minutes at the max. The Covid-19 issue has changed things somewhat, but I almost feel it's for the better.

September 27th, 2020

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Dr Pries is a great Doctor and person. Thank you for being here to help.

September 18th, 2020

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I found Dr Pires to be very kind. He asked the right questions and really listened to me to figure out the source of my pain. He was extremely knowledgeable and following the trigger point injections I had instant relief for the 1st time in over 4yrs knowing he nailed it :)

August 14th, 2020

Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital

400 W Pueblo StSanta Barbara, CA 93105

Tel: (805) 682-7111

Coastal Surgery Center

4472 BROAD ST STE 150SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93401

Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm

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Bakersfield Heart Hospital

3001 Sillect AveBakersfield, CA 93308

Tel: (661) 316-6000

Pacific Pain Physicians

2901 Sillect AveBakersfield, CA 93308

Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm

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Pacific Pain Physicians

8844 MORRO RDATASCADERO, CA 93422

Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm

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Dr. David C Pires, DO	Dr. Marilyn J Goetz De Gaona	Dr. H Douglas Roberts, MD	Dr. John Francis Przonek, MD
Anesthesiology	Nurse Practitioner	Anesthesiology	Anesthesiology
			Accepts New Patients
4.8 (127 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
21 Years of Experience			51 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks Spanish, Tagalog, English	Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish
Santa Barbara , CA	SANTA BARBARA , CA	Santa Barbara , CA	Santa Barbara , CA
Med School: Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific			Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Acute Pain
Arthritis
Back Pain
Cancer Pain
Chronic Pain
Compression Fractures
Family Medicine
Herniated Disc
Muscle Pain (Myofascial Pain Syndromes)
Neck Pain
Nerve Pain (Neuralgia)
Pain Medicine
Sciatica
Spinal Cord Compression
Spine Inflammation (Spondylarthropathies)

Dr. David C Pires holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific in 2005.

NPI Number

Dr. Pires' NPI number is 1821135799.

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Where is Dr. David Pires's office located?: Dr. David Pires's office is located at 400 W Pueblo St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93105.
Is Dr. David Pires accepting new patients?: Dr. David Pires has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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Which hospitals is Dr. David Pires affiliated with?: Dr. David Pires is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, Arroyo Grande Community Hospital, French Hospital Medical Center, Marian Regional Medical Center, Bakersfield Heart Hospital, Cottage Childrens Medical Center, and California Mens Colony Hospital.
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