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Dr. Thomas Vanmeter, MD

Dr. Thomas Vanmeter, MD

Dermatology*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Thomas Vanmeter, MD is a dermatologist in Santa Barbara, CA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Vanmeter has extensive experience in Skin Cancer & Excision. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT LOS ANGELES / CENTER FOR HEALTH SCIENCES in 1972. He is affiliated with medical facilities Marian Regional Medical Center and Lompoc Valley Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (10 reviews)

Practice

334 S Patterson Ave Ste 105 Santa Barbara, CA 93111
(805) 964-1514

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Vanmeter specializes in the area of Dermatology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Clean Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is clean. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Vanmeter's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Vanmeter

4.1
10 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
70%
70%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
10%
10%
2 star
10%
10%
1 star
10%
10%

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He's been examining my body for over 10 years. Hasn't missed a spot yet....I'm still cancer free .... I highly recommend him because he's friendly, precise and thorough.
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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Rog Svensson – Nov 05, 2024
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Do NOT go to him!!
He has completely failed my husband's care for a squamous cell carcinoma. He had to be referred out to another doctor for major surgery requiring hospitalization after Dr. Van Meter seemed at a loss as to how to treat it, even asking my husband what he (Dr. Van Meter) should do. Really??? Dr. Van Meter didn't know what to do????!!!!! Do NOT go to him!!!!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 05, 2023
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Super friendly and seemingly medically conservative. He put me very much at ease. I appreciated that he did not push unnecessary procedures. I'd highly recommend him!
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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Nov 25, 2020
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Dr Van Meter has been the ultimate dedicated, talented and kind professional doctor that I have been seeing annually for over 15 years. He has removed my basal cell cancer, precancer cells and skin tags and a large mole on my daughter's back with 100% success. I am completely satisfied and will continue my annual exams with Dr. Van Meter. He also is a surfer like me so we can relate on more than one level.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 02, 2019
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My husband and I have seen this wonderful doctor for nearly 30 years and look forward to our derm appointments because he is a kind and good person and excellent skin doctor.
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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Stephanie in Goleta, CA – Dec 15, 2018
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I always find that he is competent and i never feel rushed. I highly recommend him.
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
Helpful
Santa Barbara, CA – Jan 04, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Thomas Vanmeter, MD is a dermatologist in Santa Barbara, CA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Vanmeter has extensive experience in Skin Cancer & Excision. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT LOS ANGELES...read more

  • Dermatology

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  • University Of California At Los Angeles / Center For Health Sciences

    Medical School, 1972
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Dermatology®
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Dermatology
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Locations

Practice

Office334 S Patterson Ave Ste 105 Santa Barbara, CA 93111
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • 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

  • Lompoc Valley Medical Center

    1515 E Ocean Ave
    Lompoc, CA 93436

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

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

    1% higher than the national average

    70%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    8% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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