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Dr. Timothy Spiegel, MD

Dr. Timothy Spiegel, MD

Rheumatology*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Timothy Spiegel, MD is a rheumatologist in Santa Barbara, CA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Spiegel has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. He graduated from University of North Carolina School of Medicine in 1973. He is affiliated with medical facilities Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital and Marian Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 33 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (33 reviews)

Practice

1919 State St Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Telehealth available
(805) 682-5752

Dr. Spiegel is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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. Spiegel specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Easy Scheduling
    Patients said scheduling was easy. • 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. Spiegel's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Spiegel

3.5

33 ratings, 12 with a written review
5 Star
55%
55%
4 Star
9%
9%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
3%
3%
1 Star
33%
33%

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What went well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Steve – Mar 31, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Enigma – Oct 17, 2022
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 02, 2020
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What went well
No results
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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Nicole Fabela – Feb 10, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 29, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
9 people found this helpful
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Nov 10, 2018
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What went well
No results
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
12 people found this helpful
Helpful
goleta, ca – Dec 14, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • 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
14 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mallory Murphy in Ojai, CA – Apr 10, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Rebecca Kimpland in Oxnard, CA – Oct 15, 2016
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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
Helpful
Cindy G in Fillmore, CA – Sep 26, 2016
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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
Helpful
Debra in Ventura, CA – Jun 27, 2016
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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
10 people found this helpful
Helpful
Thankful in Santa Barbara, CA – Feb 01, 2016
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Rheumatology Spotlight

About Me

biography

Dr. Timothy Spiegel, MD is a rheumatologist in Santa Barbara, CA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Spiegel has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. He graduated from University of North Carolina School of...read more

  • 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.

  • Ucla Affil Pgm

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Geo Washington University Hospital

    Residency Hospital

  • Ucla Medical Center

    Residency Hospital

  • Vet Affairs Medical Center

    Residency Hospital

  • Duke University

    Undergraduate School

  • University Of North Carolina School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1973
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Dr. Spiegel is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Office1919 State St Santa Barbara, CA 93101
    1

    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

    • Marian Regional Medical Center

      1400 E Church St
      Santa Maria, CA 93454
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% higher than the national average

      74%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality