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Dr. Karen Kolba, MD

Dr. Karen Kolba, MD

Rheumatology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Karen Kolba, MD is a rheumatologist in Santa Maria, CA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin in 1977. She is not accepting new patients.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 21 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (21 reviews)

Practice

607 Plaza Dr Ste A Santa Maria, CA 93454
(805) 925-8899

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Dr. Kolba's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kolba

3.7
21 ratings, 4 with a written review
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She was timely, good advice,. treated me with respect and helped me medically.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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P L Lala – Jun 17, 2021
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Dr. Kolba was, by far, the best rheumatologist I’ve had in the 35 years I’ve had the disease. She treated the patient, and not just the disease; a quality sorely lacking in other rheumatologists I’ve seen. We are happy for her that she retired, but sad for us! She is deeply missed.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Brien – Jul 03, 2019
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Dr. Kolba is, without a doubt, the best doctor I have ever had. She spends time with her patients, and you never feel rushed. She explains your condition thoroughly, recommends treatment, and does appropriate follow-up. I highly recommend her!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Claudia in Nipomo, CA – Jul 10, 2017
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Actually said "your pain is not my problem." Literally yelled at me and then refused to give me a referral for physical therapy until I "lost some weight." (I'm 5'8" and 185lbs. not that it matters) I've never had a doctor bring me to tears before. Made me feel like my life had no hope. Luckily I found a better doctor in SLO.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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San Luis Obispo, CA – Feb 17, 2017
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care philosophy

I strive to provide my patients with the best medical care possible.

  • Rheumatology

  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Ariz

    Fellowship Hospital, 1983

  • Akron General Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1981

  • Akron General Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1978

  • Medical College Of Wisconsin

    Medical School, 1977
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Rheumatology
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Locations

Practice

Pacific Arthritis Center607 Plaza Dr Ste A Santa Maria, CA 93454
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