Summary

Dr. Karin Vanhoek is an internal medicine physician who graduated from the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth. With 47 years of experience in medical practice, she brings extensive expertise to patient care. Dr. Vanhoek speaks English and has dedicated nearly five decades to helping patients with a wide range of internal medicine needs.

Dr. Vanhoek practices at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital and Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital, both located in Santa Barbara, California. She specializes in managing high blood pressure conditions, including both routine hypertension care and urgent hypertensive emergencies. Her diagnostic capabilities include performing heart monitoring tests such as electrocardiograms and echocardiograms, as well as angiograms to evaluate blood vessel health. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.5
  • 47 years of experience
  • 14 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Geisel School Of Medicine At Dartmouth
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 board certification
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Karin Vanhoek has 2 locations

Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital

351 S Patterson AveSanta Barbara, CA 93111

Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital

400 W Pueblo StSanta Barbara, CA 93105

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Speaks English Speaks English, French, Bambara Speaks English, Tamil
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Med School: Geisel School Of Medicine At Dartmouth Med School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Bassett Medical Center - Cooperstown, New York
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Karin Vanhoek

  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Blue Shield of California
  • CareSource
  • CenCal Health
  • Cigna
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Transamerica
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Karin Vanhoek has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

47 Years Experience

Dr. Karin Vanhoek holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Geisel School Of Medicine At Dartmouth in 1979.

NPI Number

Dr. Vanhoek's NPI number is 1316063514.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Karin Vanhoek's office located?
Dr. Karin Vanhoek's office is located at 351 S Patterson Ave, Santa Barbara, CA, 93111.
Is Dr. Karin Vanhoek accepting new patients?
Dr. Karin Vanhoek has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Karin Vanhoek?
You can find contact information for Dr. Karin Vanhoek here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Dr. Karin Vanhoek affiliated with?
Dr. Karin Vanhoek is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital and Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital.
Does Dr. Karin Vanhoek accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Karin Vanhoek has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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