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Dr. David Frecker, MD

Dr. David Frecker, MD

Neurology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. David Frecker, MD is a neurologist in Santa Barbara, CA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of California at Berkeley in 1984. He is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

219 Nogales Ave Ste F Santa Barbara, CA 93105
(805) 682-8153

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Frecker is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital Santa Barbara, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Frecker is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Frecker specializes in the area of Neurology. • See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Frecker's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Frecker

3.5

16 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 Star
63%
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
38%
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What went well
  • 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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Dolly Granatelli in Santa Barbara, CA – Oct 22, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Alice de Dadelsen Asquith in Ojai, CA – Jul 05, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Santa Rosa, CA – Feb 25, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Arroyo Grande, CA – Jan 27, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 06, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Santa Barbara, CA – Nov 15, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. David Frecker, MD is a neurologist in Santa Barbara, CA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of California at Berkeley in 1984. He is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • Neurology

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  • University Of California At Berkeley

    Medical School, 1984
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Neurology
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Dr. Frecker is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Neurology Associates of Santa Barbara219 Nogales Ave Ste F Santa Barbara, CA 93105
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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

      View all awards

      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

      View all patient feedback
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