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3 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Karen Hougo specializes in endocrinology, diabetes, and metabolism, with additional expertise in internal medicine. She earned her medical degree from Creighton University School of Medicine and has dedicated 33 years to helping patients manage complex hormonal and metabolic conditions.
Dr. Hougo practices throughout Santa Barbara, California, with affiliations at Cottage Rehabilitation Hospital and locations including Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital and Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital. She focuses on treating conditions such as type 2 diabetes and foot-related complications that can arise from metabolic disorders. Her practice includes physical therapy services and specialized screening procedures like breast cancer screening. Patients have given her an average rating of 1.0 on Vitals.
Dr. Hougo practices throughout Santa Barbara, California, with affiliations at Cottage Rehabilitation Hospital and locations including Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital and Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital. She focuses on treating conditions such as type 2 diabetes and foot-related complications that can arise from metabolic disorders. Her practice includes physical therapy services and specialized screening procedures like breast cancer screening. Patients have given her an average rating of 1.0 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts
- 33 years of experience
- 15 insurance plans accepted
- CREIGHTON UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
- 2 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 13 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 3 office locations
- Female
Office Locations
Dr. Karen Ruth Hougo has 3 locationsSanta Barbara County Public Health Department
300 N San Antonio RdSanta Barbara, CA 93110 Tel: (805) 681-5100
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism | Emergency Medicine | Sports Medicine | Diagnostic Radiology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 33 Years of Experience | 40 Years of Experience | 28 Years of Experience | 27 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks English, Spanish | |
| Santa Barbara , CA | Santa Barbara , CA | Lompoc , CA | Santa Barbara , CA |
| Med School: CREIGHTON UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE | Med School: Grant Government Medical College | Med School: University Of Arizona College Of Medicine | Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Karen Ruth Hougo
Medical Specialties
Dr. Karen Ruth Hougo has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Karen Ruth Hougo has the following 13 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
33 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
CREIGHTON UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINEGraduated in 1995
Creighton University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1993
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- Is Dr. Karen Hougo accepting new patients?
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- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Karen Hougo?
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Karen Hougo affiliated with?
- Dr. Karen Hougo is affiliated with Cottage Rehabilitation Hospital.
- Where is Dr. Karen Hougo's office located?
- Dr. Karen Hougo's office is located at 300 N San Antonio Rd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93110.
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