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Dr. Rachel Kernoff, MD

Dr. Rachel Kernoff, MD

Family Medicine*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Rachel Kernoff, MD is a family medicine physician in Santa Barbara, CA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from NEW YORK Medical College in 2001. She is affiliated with Community Memorial Hospital-Ojai. She is not accepting new patients.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Practice

215 Pesetas Ln Santa Barbara, CA 93110
Telehealth available

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Kernoff specializes in the area of Family Practice. 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.
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Kernoff's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kernoff

3.7
17 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 star
59%
59%
4 star
12%
12%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
0%
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1 star
29%
29%

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Excellent doctor
Excellent! She listens and generally cares about her patients. Sansum is lucky to have her and I hope they realize how valuable she is she. Both my daughter and I are patience of her and would not want to be seen by anyone else!
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
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Yolanda – Sep 02, 2022
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Dr Kernoff is knowledgeable, caring, and really listens my health concerns. She is 5 stars with a + ... my personal thanks to her as I am better because of her care.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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PATRICK DIAMANTE – Jan 06, 2021
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Don’t bother calling, says she takes new patients online, but new patients don’t get booked till August 2019. On top of it, I live an hour away and they won’t book my wife and I on the same day. It’s her policy and it’s ridiculous. They wanted me to drive 1 hour away 2 days In a row which I explained was a waste of gas, money and 4 hours round trip. When I said we need to be same day or it wouldn’t be possible, she said, “that’s fine, I’ll just delete your info real quick and cancel your app...
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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Solvang, Ca – May 08, 2018
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I would never recommend this doctor. Could not get appointment with her for 8 month. Decided to not take new patients on the fly. Rudeness of office staffs.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Mar 15, 2018
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will not recommend at all, Never will get a appointment with her for all reasons they redirect to urgent care and with any non medical questions it takes a while till an answer is heard
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
4 others found this helpful
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GOLETA CA – Oct 17, 2017
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In my 85 years, 30 of them as a nurse, I have been a patient of many and worked with many doctors. Dr. Rachel Kernoff is one of, if not the best, I have ever known She not only keeps me healthy but saves me time and money. I have never waited even a few minutes to be seen when I arrive for my appointments. When I ask for a particular medication, she explains why it would not be good for me and how the problem should be handled by changing something in my life style. She is always right.
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
8 others found this helpful
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Nita Bill in Santa Barbara, CA – Aug 18, 2017
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She is very kind & wants to hear your worries concerns. She'll take you step by step through a treatment plan to get you where you want to go. I really appreciate Dr. Kernoff & her views on my healthcare.
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
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Z.N. in Santa Barbara, CA – Nov 29, 2016
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Dr. Kernoff is great! I have seen her twice and both times there was almost no wait (didn't even get a chance to sit down in the waiting room the second time!). She is professional, courteous, listens to my concerns, and expertly answers my questions. I would recommend her.
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
8 others found this helpful
Helpful
Tara in Santa Barbara, CA – Aug 20, 2016
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I love her, she is kind assuring and always takes the time to talk my isseus through with me. She is a wise Dr. and knows stuff as well as her referrals. I am very happy with Dr. Kernoff and wouldnt hesitate to refer her to my nearest and dearest!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
9 others found this helpful
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Lizanne Judge in Santa Barbara, CA – Apr 14, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Rachel Kernoff, MD is a family medicine physician in Santa Barbara, CA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from NEW YORK Medical College in 2001. She is affiliated with Community Memorial Hospital-Ojai. She is not accepting new patients.
  • Family Medicine

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  • San Jose Medical Center

    Residency Hospital
  • New York Medical College

    Medical School, 2001
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
Family Practice
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Locations

Practice

Sansum Clinic215 Pesetas Ln Santa Barbara, CA 93110
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Community Memorial Hospital-Ojai

    1306 Maricopa Hwy
    Ojai, CA 93023

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    86%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    19% higher than the national average

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