


Dr. Steven Pontius, MD
Dr. Steven Pontius, MD is a cardiologist in San Luis Obispo, CA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine in 1971. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as French Hospital Medical Center and Dignity Health-Arroyo Grande Community Hospital. He is not accepting new patients.
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1911 Johnson Ave San Luis Obispo, CA 93401Compare with other Cardiologists
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care philosophy
Whether addressing acute symptoms or managing chronic concerns, Coastal Cardiology physicians acknowledge each patient's leadership in identifying their healthcare goals. We believe our ability to provide exemplary care is strengthened when we...read moreCardiology
Internal Medicine
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Fellowship Hospital, 1978Los Angeles County Medical Center / Keck School Of Medicine, University Of Southern California
Fellowship Hospital, 1978University Of Southern California Keck School Of Medicine
Medical School, 1971Stanford University
Undergraduate School, 1967
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- Recipient of 3
hospital awardsView all awardsOutstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 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 patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
91%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home7% higher than the national average
82%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well7% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 4
hospital awardsAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)
Superior clinical outcomes in coronary intervention procedures (angioplasty with stent)
View all awardsCoronary Intervention Excellence Award™ (2023)
Superior clinical outcomes in coronary intervention procedures (angioplasty with stent)
- Recipient of 2
hospital awardsView all awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
85%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home1% higher than the national average
72%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well3% lower than the national average
Compare with other Cardiologists
Compare Dr. Pontius with our nearby Cardiologists at French Hospital Medical Center.
Make an appointment at French Hospital Medical Center today at
(805) 222-6084.