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14 Cardiothoracic Surgeons Found in Santa Barbara, CA

We found 14 Cardiothoracic Surgeons available in Santa Barbara, CA with an average 4 stars across 32 reviews. Find the best one for your needs by years of experience, distance, reviews on Vitals, and more through the filters provided below. Currently, 2 Cardiothoracic Surgeons listed are accepting new patients and 2 accept Medicare.

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Dr. Dominic John Tedesco, MD

Thoracic Surgery
4.1
15 ratings
45 years exp
Santa Barbara, CA0.4 mi
"Outstanding Thoracic surgeon who is not only talented, but courteous, and personable." View Profile
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Dr. Alan Elie Malki, MD

Thoracic Surgery
5
7 ratings
47 years exp
Santa Barbara, CA0.4 mi
"The Santa Barbara area is extremely lucky to have a man with such high skill levels as DR.MALKI." View Profile
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Dr. Peter Lynn Baay, MD

Surgery
3.8
9 ratings
36 years exp
Santa Barbara, CA0.4 mi
Dr. Peter Lynn Baay, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Barbara, CA, with other offices in Santa Barbara, CA and Santa Barbara, CA. View Profile
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Dr. Jack Wayne Love, MD

Thoracic Surgery
0 ratings
68 years exp
SANTA BARBARA, CA0.4 mi
Dr. Jack Wayne Love, MD is a health care provider primarily located in SANTA BARBARA, CA. He has 68 years of experience. His specialties include Thoracic Surgery, Surgery. View Profile
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Dr. Cary Lee Conyers

Thoracic Surgery
0 ratings
58 years exp
Santa Barbara, CA0.4 mi
Dr. Cary Lee Conyers is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Barbara, CA. They have 58 years of experience. Their specialties include Thoracic Surgery. View Profile
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Dr. Sydney Striff

Thoracic Surgery
0 ratings
Santa Barbara, CA0.4 mi
Dr. Sydney Striff is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Barbara, CA, with other offices in New Orleans, LA and Washington, DC(and 4 other locations). View Profile
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Dr. Patrick David Loftus, MD

Anesthesiology
0 ratings
10 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Santa Barbara, CA0.4 mi
Dr. Patrick David Loftus, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Barbara, CA, with other offices in Stanford, CA and Santa Barbara, CA(and 2 other locations). View Profile
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Dr. Phillip Norman West

Thoracic Surgery
0 ratings
53 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Santa Barbara, CA0.4 mi
Dr. Phillip Norman West is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Barbara, CA, with other offices in Santa Barbara, CA and Santa Barbara, CA(and 2 other locations). View Profile
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Dr. George Richard Westerman, MD

Thoracic Surgery
0 ratings
51 years exp
Santa Barbara, CA0.4 mi
Dr. George Richard Westerman, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Barbara, CA, with another office in Santa Barbara, CA. He has 51 years of experience. View Profile
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Dr. Michael John Paulsen

Thoracic Surgery
0 ratings
12 years exp
Santa Barbara, CA0.4 mi
Dr. Michael John Paulsen is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Barbara, CA, with other offices in STANFORD, CA and Santa Barbara, CA(and 4 other locations). View Profile
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Dr. Courtney Tyler Harris

Thoracic Surgery
0 ratings
47 years exp
Santa Barbara, CA0.4 mi
Dr. Courtney Tyler Harris is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Barbara, CA, with other offices in Santa Barbara, CA and Santa Barbara, CA. View Profile
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Dr. Floyd John Lewis, MD

Surgery
0 ratings
85 years exp
Santa Barbara, CA0.6 mi
Dr. Floyd John Lewis, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Barbara, CA. They have 85 years of experience. Their specialties include Thoracic Surgery, Surgery. View Profile
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Dr. John Francis Higginson, MD

Surgery
5
1 rating
89 years exp
Santa Barbara, CA5.0 mi
"How does he have 85 years of exp.? Is he 110 years old?" View Profile
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Dr. Gilbert Lawrence Ashor, MD

Surgery
0 ratings
72 years exp
Santa Barbara, CA3.3 mi
Dr. Gilbert Lawrence Ashor, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Barbara, CA. They have 72 years of experience. View Profile
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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best way to search for a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Santa Barbara who accepts my health insurance?
Navigate to the insurance filter located at the top of the search page and select your health plan. This will display only Cardiothoracic Surgeons in Santa Barbara who are in-network with your carrier. For additional confirmation, visit each doctor's profile or reach out to their office by phone.
Where can I find Cardiothoracic Surgeons in Santa Barbara who offer virtual appointments?
Select the "Virtual Visit" filter at the top of the search page to see Cardiothoracic Surgeons providing telehealth services in Santa Barbara. Check each doctor's profile for video visit options and online scheduling availability. You may also call their office to set up a remote consultation.
What's the easiest way to locate highly-rated Cardiothoracic Surgeons in Santa Barbara?
Use the "Ratings" filter at the top of the search page to filter results by the average star rating. Browse individual profiles to see patient reviews and ratings in detail. When comparing Cardiothoracic Surgeons, look at both the average star rating and how many patients have submitted reviews.
Is it possible to schedule a same-day visit with a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Santa Barbara?
Visit individual doctor profiles to see their current scheduling availability in Santa Barbara. If you don't see same-day openings listed online, try calling their office—walk-in times may be available that don't appear on the website.
Which Cardiothoracic Surgeons in Santa Barbara have the shortest wait times?
Review the Ratings & Reviews card on each provider's profile to see their average wait time in Santa Barbara. This helps you find a Cardiothoracic Surgeon that doesn’t make their patients wait too long.
Can I schedule appointments with Cardiothoracic Surgeons in Santa Barbara without calling?
Search for Cardiothoracic Surgeons who have "Book Online" or "Request Now" options on their profiles. Click these buttons to access online appointment scheduling. If a provider doesn't offer web-based booking, their phone number will be available for traditional scheduling.
How do I locate a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Santa Barbara with evening or weekend hours?
Check the Locations card on each profile to view office hours for Cardiothoracic Surgeons in Santa Barbara. This helps you find providers with non-traditional availability. For the most accurate information about extended availability, call the office directly.
How do I leave feedback about my appointment with a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Santa Barbara?
Go to your doctor's profile page and click the "Leave a Review" button or link. You can share your rating and write about your experience. Patient reviews like yours help others in the community choose the right Cardiothoracic Surgeon.
How can I locate a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Santa Barbara who is fluent in my preferred language?
Review the language information displayed on individual profiles for Cardiothoracic Surgeons. If this information isn't available online, contact the office directly to ask about the doctor's language capabilities or whether interpreters are available.
How do I search for a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Santa Barbara who works at a particular hospital or medical center?
Check the "Hospital Affiliation" and "Locations" sections on each provider's profile to see where Cardiothoracic Surgeons practice. You can also enter a specific hospital or medical group name into the search tool to find Cardiothoracic Surgeons who work there.

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