Summary

Dr. Robert Hughes is a family medicine physician who also specializes in sports medicine. He earned his medical degree from Loma Linda University School of Medicine and brings 18 years of experience to his practice. His dual expertise allows him to provide comprehensive primary care while also addressing athletic injuries and performance-related health concerns.

Dr. Hughes practices at multiple locations throughout Santa Barbara, including the Westmont College Health Center and the University of California Santa Barbara Student Health Center. He is affiliated with both Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital and Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital. His areas of focus include treating joint pain, back pain, and back pain during pregnancy. Dr. Hughes also performs physical therapy, manual therapy, and extremity X-rays to help diagnose and treat his patients. Patients rate him an average of 5.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 18 years of experience
  • Loma Linda University School Of Medicine
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Robert Thomas Hughes has 4 locations

Westmont College Health Center

955 La Paz RdSanta Barbara, CA 93108
Mon9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 3:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

University Of California Santa Barbara Student Health Center

University of California Santa BarbaraSanta Barbara, CA 93106
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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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Med School: Loma Linda University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Robert Thomas Hughes

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Robert Thomas Hughes has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Robert Thomas Hughes has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Sports Medicine
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

18 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Loma Linda University School Of MedicineGraduated in 2008

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Robert Hughes's office located?
Dr. Robert Hughes's office is located at 955 La Paz Rd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93108.
Which hospitals is Dr. Robert Hughes affiliated with?
Dr. Robert Hughes is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital and Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital.
Does Dr. Robert Hughes accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Robert Hughes has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Robert Hughes accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Robert Hughes accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Robert Hughes?
You can find contact information for Dr. Robert Hughes here on Vitals.

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