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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.
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
- 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 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. George Cheng, DO | Jennifer Recker, APRN, FNP-BC | Dr. Michelle Simi, MD | Dr. Samantha Von Ins, MD |
| Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 50 Years of Experience | 17 Years of Experience | 32 Years of Experience | 16 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks English | Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese | |
| Santa Barbara , CA | Chicago , IL | ORINDA , CA | Placentia , CA |
| Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: University Of Chicago Division Of The Biological Sciences The Pritzker School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine | |
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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
Certifications, License, & Education
50 Years Experience
Dr. George Cheng holds an expired medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Doctor Of Osteopathy with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 1976.
NPI Number
Dr. Cheng's NPI number is 1770621641.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. George Cheng affiliated with?
- Dr. George Cheng is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital and Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital.
- Does Dr. George Cheng accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. George Cheng has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- What languages does Dr. George Cheng speak?
- Dr. George Cheng speaks Spanish and English.
- Does Dr. George Cheng accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. George Cheng accepts on their Vitals profile.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. George Cheng?
- You can find contact information for Dr. George Cheng here on Vitals.
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