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Dr. Paul Luther, MD

Dr. Paul Luther, MD

Psychiatry*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Paul Luther, MD is a psychiatrist in Santa Cruz, CA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Los Angeles BA Psychology & Zoology in 1971. He is affiliated with Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

1663 Dominican Way Ste 214 Santa Cruz, CA 95065
Telehealth available

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(831) 713-5011

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Luther's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Luther

3.7
12 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 star
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1 star
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Not great
He immediately went with a schizophrenic diagnosis without knowing much about me or my circumstances. That's not right to diagnose that if it's not true, I don't have visual auditory hallucinations and if I do its because i took a drug i wasn't supposed to. He also said, would you rather be looked at as a criminal or someone with a mental health diagnosis. Where did that come from?
What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
WickedDarnell – Jan 10, 2025
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Extremely patient & Listens well
Telehealth
He is very subtle with his methods, and aims to help you guide yourself thur difficult situations or parts of your life. rather than tell you what to do or not to do, which is not effective at all.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 07, 2024
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Medical visit
I have been a patient of Dr. Luther for 10 years. He is extremely knowledgeable about psychiatry, psychology. He is very well-trained, very attentive, patient, kind, and he spends a lot of time talking to me during my doctor's visit. He continuously gets educational workshop trainings to get updated information about new services, technology, different types of medication. He not only prescribes medication, but makes sure I have my blood test checked regularly.
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
Helpful
Nicole – Aug 09, 2022
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His idea of therapy was to yell at me when I reported a mood change and tell me I was like the glass half empty. He was always late and then ended my appointment after 10 or 15 minutes because he said he had another patient waiting. He didn’t answer the pharmacy’s messages about refilling my meds, his mailbox was full and he doesn’t have an office with staff. You have to leave a message and the bookkeeper will return the call within 24 hours. He was condescending to me and he didn’t fill out the paperwork my employer needed when I was on disability.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 11, 2019
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Doctor Luther is knowledgeable but subtle in his approach. I felt welcomed in his office and trusted his competency as a doctor. After being in his care for approx a year, I have to say that he listened and responded to my needs in a professional way. There is a warmth about him that makes me feel comfortable. If you’re looking for someone that is gragerious, you won’t find it here but if you’re looking for help with someone who has experience, Doctor Luther is where you want to be!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
Helpful
Jul 11, 2018
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He is just better! I've been to a handful. Years of experience. Easy to work with. Knows how to work with people and address your issues quickly but with compation. Hard to get to be able to see him, but once you do.. You soon learn what an expert in his field does.
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
Helpful
Michael in Aptos, CA – Jan 18, 2017
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Dr. Luther made feel at home. I didn't feel any judgment nor condescending reactions towards who I am.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • 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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Nick in Santa Cruz – Dec 10, 2016
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He listened and made an intelligent decision.He was not gullible or unfair.
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
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
mary in Santa cruz Ca – Dec 01, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Paul Luther, MD is a psychiatrist in Santa Cruz, CA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Los Angeles BA Psychology & Zoology in 1971. He is affiliated with Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Psychiatry

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

  • Harbor Ucla Medical Center / Ucla Neuropsychiatric Institute, Psychiatry And Neurology

    Residency Hospital, 1983

  • Harbor Ucla Medical Center, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology

    Residency Hospital, 1979

  • Harbor Ucla Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1976

  • University Of Louisville

    Medical School, 1975

  • University Of Louisville School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1975

  • University Of California At Los Angeles

    Undergraduate School, 1971

  • University Of Los Angeles Ba Psychology & Zoology

    Medical School, 1971

  • University Of Maryland At Munich

    Undergraduate School, 1967
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Locations

Practice

Behavioral Health Care Inc.1663 Dominican Way Ste 214 Santa Cruz, CA 95065
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula

    23625 Holman Hwy
    Monterey, CA 93940
    Recipient of 23
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    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

    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.

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    81%
    Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

    15% higher than the national average

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