Dr. James S. Hornstein, MD | Ventura, CA | Family Medicine

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Dr. James Hornstein is a family medicine physician with 46 years of experience caring for patients of all ages. He earned his medical degree from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and completed his residency at Ventura County Medical Center. Dr. Hornstein is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve diverse communities throughout Ventura County.

Dr. Hornstein practices at Community Memorial Health System and provides care at multiple locations in Ventura and Santa Paula, California. He specializes in managing high blood pressure and hypertensive emergencies, conditions that affect millions of Americans. His practice also includes pediatric care and physical therapy services such as strength training and manual therapy to help patients recover from injuries and improve their overall health. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.9 on Vitals.

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3.9

15 Ratings
46 years of experience
50 insurance plans accepted
speaks Spanish, English
Ventura County Medical Center
6 written reviews
1 specialty
6 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
4 office locations
Male

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

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Dr. Hornstein's Ratings and Reviews

3.9

15 Ratings with 6 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 8 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (5) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Had a good bedside manner: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Spent time with me: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
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Dr. Hornstein has been my primary care physician for over 25 years in addition to several other family members. He has always displayed the utmost care, concern and proper treatment. Does not over-prescribe drugs, and will not hesitate sending you a specialist. His staff is excellent and have been with him for a long time, which is a sign of a good person, not just a Doctor.

September 14th, 2014

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this was my primary care doctor as a child but did not make any visits and called to make a check up appointment and since it had been 12 years they did not have my charts anymore and would not take me back a a client? Thought that was bad business practice :-( never heard of a doctor that would not see a patient that was loyal enouph to call them to keep them as client. Seemed wierd just because a client has been healthy that they would kick a client out because it had been to long since last visit?

June 3rd, 2014

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I am 55 years old and have been to many doctors throught the years due to all my health issues. There is only one dr. that I trust and that is Dr. Hornstein. Not only does he have a terrific bedside manner, and takes all the time a patient needs without being rushed, he is very intelligent and up to date on the latest in medicine. If he has any questions he doesn't hesitate to send you to a specialist ( unlike a lot of drs. who treat you without the proper knowledge) ! The staff couldn't be nicer and helpful. If it wasn't for Dr. Hornstein diagnosing my sons congenital cataract at age 2 weeks he would be blind in that eye. I am thrilled to report that because of Dr. Hornstein catching this birth defect and getting immediate surgery and intervention, my son now 18 years old has 20/40 in that eye with correction.

April 8th, 2013

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Stat away from this doctor.He requires an office visit to get a prescription refilled.It is easy to get an appointment and has a low waiting time because he is also low on patients.

September 13th, 2012

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quickly diagnosed life threatening illness

June 24th, 2012

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Corrected a pulmonary issue that was misdiagnosed by another pediatrician, and basically saved my husbands life when he was 6. Now in our late 20's, my husband, self and 4 year old see him. As well as The Grandparents and Greatgrandparents. If he can keep 3 generations alive and well, accurately diagnosed and treated, THE MAN IS DOING SOMETHING RIGHT. Office staff is The Best. What a family Doctor should be.

March 12th, 2010

Hornstein James Office

2793 Loma Vista RdVentura, CA 93003

Tel: (805) 643-9292

Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Community Memorial Health System

147 N Brent StVentura, CA 93003

Tel: (805) 652-5011

Santa Paula Hospital

825 N 10th StSanta Paula, CA 93060

Tel: (805) 933-8600

Ventura County Medical Center

300 Hillmont AveVentura, CA 93003

Tel: (805) 652-6000


Dr. James Steven Hornstein, MD	Helix Virtual Care	Dr. Samantha Von Ins, MD	Anna V Mekhed
Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.9 (15 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	5 (8 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
46 Years of Experience		16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, English		Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese	Speaks English, Russian, Bulgarian, Ukrainian
Ventura , CA	Boca Raton , FL	Placentia , CA	San Diego , CA
Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla		Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine
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David Geffen School Of Medicine At UclaGraduated in 1980

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Where is Dr. James Hornstein's office located?: Dr. James Hornstein's office is located at 2793 Loma Vista Rd, Ventura, CA, 93003.
Does Dr. James Hornstein accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. James Hornstein has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. James Hornstein affiliated with?: Dr. James Hornstein is affiliated with Community Memorial Health System.
What languages does Dr. James Hornstein speak?: Dr. James Hornstein speaks Spanish and English.
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