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Dr. David Dodson, MD

Dr. David Dodson, MD

Internal Medicine*
45+ years of experience

Dr. David Dodson, MD is an internist in Santa Barbara, CA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Ottawa, Fac Med in 1979. He is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 6 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (6 reviews)

Practice

317 W Pueblo St Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Telehealth available
(805) 898-3118

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Dodson specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • 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
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Dodson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Dodson

3.8
6 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 star
67%
67%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
17%
17%
1 star
17%
17%

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Rude staff
Dr. Dodson is nice enough but a nurse on his staff went put of her way to make my honest medical questions and questions about their changing office policy seem stupid. I will not be returning.
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Nov 09, 2022
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Great PCP
Dr. Dodson has been my PCP for several years now. Each time I’ve seen him he has given me sufficient time and attention and explained things to me like an adult. I come from a family of super smart diagnosticians and Dr. Dodson made me feel like he knows his stuff and I was in great hands.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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SB Skier – Apr 19, 2022
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A simple physical to clear me for cataract surgery turned into a serious misdiagnosis of nonexistent problem. He tried to block my surgery but was wisely ignored and the surgery went forward without a hitch. This doctor needs close monitoring to avert future issues of retaliatory incompetence.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
Dec 05, 2019
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I've been going to Dr. Dodson for more than 5 years now and have no complaints. He's efficient, punctual, and personable.
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
4 others found this helpful
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James in Santa Barbara, CA – Oct 27, 2016
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Dr. Dodson was awesome. He spent a lot of time asking and answering questions and conducted a very thorough physical exam. He ordered tests based on my symptoms that other doctors had never done and in doing so found the root cause of some problems. He is down to earth, talks to you in terms you understand, and spends a great deal of time reviewing results. I highly recommend him.
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
6 others found this helpful
Helpful
DD in Visalia, CA – Mar 13, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. David Dodson, MD is an internist in Santa Barbara, CA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Ottawa, Fac Med in 1979. He is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • 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 Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 1986

  • Brigham And Womens Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1983

  • Boston Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1980

  • University Of Ottawa, Fac Med

    Medical School, 1979
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Sansum Clinic317 W Pueblo St 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

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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

    View all patient feedback
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