Dr. Stuart Rigdon Hutchinson, MD

Dr. Stuart Hutchinson is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in orthopedic spine surgery. He earned his medical degree from the University of Stellenbosch Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences and completed his residency at the University of Washington Medical Center. With 57 years of experience in orthopedic surgery, Dr. Hutchinson brings extensive knowledge to treating complex spinal conditions. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Hutchinson practices at multiple locations throughout Santa Barbara and Oxnard, California, with hospital affiliations at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital, Saint Johns Regional Medical Center, and Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital. He focuses on treating conditions such as spinal stenosis and spinal compression fractures. His approach to care includes manual therapy and strength training to help patients recover and maintain their mobility. Patients have given Dr. Hutchinson an average rating of 4.1 out of 5.