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Dr. Benjamin Howard, MD

Dr. Benjamin Howard, MD

General Surgery*

Dr. Benjamin Howard, MD is a general surgeon in Santa Barbara, CA. He is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 4 reviews 5 Star Rating (4 reviews)

Practice

317 W Pueblo St Santa Barbara, CA 93105

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Dr. Howard's Reviews

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Fantastic Surgeon
The best doctor-patient connection ever. Extraordinarily informative, checked in with me at home both before and after the surgery, was totally calming at pre-op, gave thorough instructions, answered all questions. Highly recommended.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mario – Oct 29, 2024
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Awesome Doctor
I had surgery October 25, 2022, to repair an inguinal hernia. Dr. Benjamin Howard performed the surgery. I went in at 900 AM and walked out at 100 PM. Almost as efficient as drive thru. The staff were very attentive and friendly. I was not left alone for any long period of time. Someone at the clinic called me later in the day to see how I was doing. Dr. Howard also called me long after working hours to see how I was doing. I would rate them 5 stars, but I don't want to get carried away. I will give Dr. Benjamin Howard 5 stars for sure. Professional, kind and conscientious. I had open surgery, and I am sore of course, but I haven't need to use pain meds. Doctor Benjamin said I could walk and even ride a bike as long as "listened to my body". I'm somewhat drained after surgery, but I have gone on a couple easy short bike rides and walks.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Oct 28, 2022
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Dr. Howard was referred to me by my endocrinologist, Dr. Hoq. I needed parathyroid surgery, which was only the 2nd surgery I have had in my 73 years . Dr Howard spent time explaining why I needed the surgery, what I could expect, gave me pamphlets to read, and by the day of surgery, I was completely comfortable with the decision. Surgery went extremely well, and Dr. Howard called me a few times once I returned home to ask how I was doing, see if I had any concerns, and I am so grateful for such a caring physician.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
9 others found this helpful
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Ginny H – Apr 19, 2021
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Dr. Benjamin Howard, MD is a general surgeon in Santa Barbara, CA. He is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
  • General Surgery

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  • University Of California At Berkeley

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Sansum Clinic317 W Pueblo St Santa Barbara, CA 93105
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Practice

Sutter Health Foothill Care Complex4151 Foothill Rd Bldg A Santa Barbara, CA 93110
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Office513 Parnassus Ave Rm S321 San Francisco, CA 94143
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital

    400 W Pueblo St
    Santa Barbara, CA 93105
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    86%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    21% higher than the national average

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