Summary

Dr. Shane Cotter specializes in oncology, bringing two decades of experience to cancer care. They earned their medical degree from Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine and completed residency training at Brigham and Women's Hospital. Dr. Cotter is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Cotter practices at the Ridley-Tree Cancer Center in Santa Barbara and maintains affiliations with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital and Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital. They focus on treating breast cancer, including complex cases involving metastatic or recurrent disease and Paget disease of the breast. Their expertise includes CT scan interpretation, radiation therapy planning, and brachytherapy procedures. Patients give Dr. Cotter an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 20 years of experience
  • 31 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Brigham And Womens Hospital
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location

Office Location

Ridley-Tree Cancer Center

540 W Pueblo StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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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OncologyOncologyNurse PractitionerOncology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
20 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks Spanish, Arabic, English
Santa Barbara , CASan Clemente , CASanta Barbara , CASalt Lake City , UT
Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: University Of Alexandria Faculty Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr Shane E. Cotter

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • CenCal Health
  • CenCal Health - HMO
  • CenCal Health - Medicaid
  • CenCal Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - HMO
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Prominence Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr Shane E. Cotter has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr Shane E. Cotter has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Cancer
  • Gastrointestinal Cancer
  • Head and Neck Cancer
  • Hodgkin's Lymphoma
  • Radiation Therapy

Certifications, License, & Education

20 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Brigham And Womens Hospital

Medical School

Washington University In St Louis School Of MedicineGraduated in 2006

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr Shane Cotter accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr Shane Cotter has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Dr Shane Cotter?
You can find contact information for Dr Shane Cotter here on Vitals.
Where is Dr Shane Cotter's office located?
Dr Shane Cotter's office is located at 540 W Pueblo St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93105.
What languages does Dr Shane Cotter speak?
Dr Shane Cotter speaks English and Spanish.
Which hospitals is Dr Shane Cotter affiliated with?
Dr Shane Cotter is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital and Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital.

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