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Dr. Gary Van Deventer, MD

Dr. Gary Van Deventer, MD

Gastroenterology*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Gary Van Deventer, MD is a gastroenterologist in Santa Barbara, CA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch in 1973. He is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 24 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (24 reviews)

Practice

504 W Pueblo St Ste 201 Santa Barbara, CA 93105

Make an Appointment

(805) 563-0024

Hospital Highlight

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

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Van Deventer specializes in the areas of Gastroenterology & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • 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. Van Deventer's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Van Deventer

3.4

24 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 Star
58%
58%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
4%
4%
1 Star
38%
38%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 21, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
David – Oct 31, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Ryan – Sep 28, 2021
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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
Need a good doc? – Mar 03, 2021
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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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jun 11, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
CJ Medina – Aug 16, 2019
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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
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jun 08, 2019
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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
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
santa barbara, CA – Nov 30, 2018
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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
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Valerie Brown in Ventura, CA – Sep 25, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
20 people found this helpful
Helpful
Santa Barbara, CA – Jul 14, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Gary Van Deventer, MD is a gastroenterologist in Santa Barbara, CA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch in 1973. He is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • Gastroenterology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • University Of Texas Medical Branch

    Medical School, 1973
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Gastroenterology
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Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Frank R. Gamberdella M.D. Inc504 W Pueblo St Ste 201 Santa Barbara, CA 93105
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Practice

Gary M Van Deventer MD221 W Pueblo St Ste B Santa Barbara, CA 93105
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Practice

Santa Barbara Surgery Center LP3045 De la Vina 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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