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Dr. David Birken, MD

Dr. David Birken, MD

Internal Medicine*
30+ years of experience

Dr. David Birken, MD is an internist in Santa Barbara, CA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine in 1991. He is affiliated with medical facilities Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital and Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital. He is not accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 19 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (19 reviews)

Practice

5333 Hollister Ave Ste 255 Santa Barbara, CA 93111
(805) 964-9858

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Birken specializes in the area of Internal 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. Birken's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Birken

4.3

19 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 Star
74%
74%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
11%
11%
2 Star
11%
11%
1 Star
5%
5%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Justina – Aug 01, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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May 28, 2023
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What went well
No results
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
6 people found this helpful
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Joe Skorupa in Santa Barbara, CA – Feb 03, 2018
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About Me

biography

Dr. David Birken, MD is an internist in Santa Barbara, CA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine in 1991. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read more

  • Internal Medicine

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

  • Ucla Medical Center

    Residency Hospital

  • Ucsd

    Undergraduate School

  • University Of California Los Angeles

    Internship Hospital, 1992

  • University Of California-los Angeles

    Internship Hospital, 1992

  • University Of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Office5333 Hollister Ave Ste 255 Santa Barbara, CA 93111
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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

    View all awards

    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

    View all patient feedback
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