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Dr. David Raphael, MD

Dr. David Raphael, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. David Raphael, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Santa Barbara, CA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital and Marian Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Practice

515 W Pueblo St Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Telehealth available

Dr. Raphael is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions

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Dr. Raphael's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Raphael

3.9

14 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 Star
50%
50%
4 Star
21%
21%
3 Star
7%
7%
2 Star
14%
14%
1 Star
7%
7%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 people found this helpful
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Aug 21, 2023
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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
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Nan – Oct 24, 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Rebecca in Santa Barbara, CA – Sep 11, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. David Raphael, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Santa Barbara, CA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with medical...read more
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • Cedars Sinai Medical Center

    Internship Hospital
  • University Of Southern California Keck School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1986
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Dr. Raphael is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Sutter Pueblo Street Obstetrics & Gynecology515 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
    • Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital

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

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    • 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

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      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
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