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Dr. William Gallivan, MD

Dr. William Gallivan, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. William Gallivan, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Santa Barbara, CA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Gallivan has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery and Knee & Lower Limb Surgery. He graduated from Thomas Jefferson University in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital and Lompoc Valley Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 26 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (26 reviews)

Practice

320 W Junipero St Santa Barbara, CA 93105

Make an Appointment

(805) 220-6020

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Gallivan is affiliated with Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital Santa Barbara, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for orthopedic surgery.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Gallivan specializes in the areas of Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, Orthopedic Surgery & Sports Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • 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. Gallivan's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gallivan

4.5

26 ratings, 11 with a written review
5 Star
81%
81%
4 Star
8%
8%
3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
12%
12%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Wait times
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
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Marcy – Oct 02, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 16, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Kathleen Martin – May 27, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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MARIA POLLENZ – Mar 30, 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
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Mar 30, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 07, 2020
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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
James – Jul 24, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
13 people found this helpful
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Mar 28, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Apr 19, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Mar 29, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
19 people found this helpful
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Kris Kelly in Santa Barbara, CA – Mar 01, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. William Gallivan, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Santa Barbara, CA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Gallivan has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery and Knee & Lower Limb Surgery. He graduated from...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Sports Medicine

  • Hip & Knee Orthopedics

  • Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery

  • Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery

  • Orthopedics

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

  • Inst For Bone & Joint Disorders

    Fellowship Hospital, 1992

  • Thomas Jefferson University Hosp/penn Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1991

  • Thomas Jefferson University

    Medical School, 1986

  • Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, Ca.

    Undergraduate School, 1981
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
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Orthopedic Surgery
American Board of Medical Specialties
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Sports Medicine†
†Self designated 
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  • California Orthopaedic Association, Member

  • English

  • Spanish

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Locations

Practice

William R. Gallivan JR. M.D. Inc.320 W Junipero St Santa Barbara, CA 93105
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital

    351 S Patterson Ave
    Santa Barbara, CA 93111
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

    View all awards

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

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    86%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    13% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • 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

  • Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital

    2050 Viborg Rd
    Solvang, CA 93463

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

    95%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    13% higher than the national average

    93%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    12% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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