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Dr. David Frecker, MD

Dr. David Frecker, MD

Neurology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. David Frecker, MD is a neurologist in Santa Barbara, CA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of California at Berkeley in 1984. He is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

219 Nogales Ave Ste F Santa Barbara, CA 93105

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Frecker is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital Santa Barbara, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Frecker is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Frecker specializes in the area of Neurology. See board certifications
  • 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. Frecker's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Frecker

3.5
16 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
63%
63%
4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
38%
38%

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Dr Frecker is the best doctor in Santa Barbara. If he cannot find your problem and solve it, then no one can. He is caring, conscientious and capable and I would recommend him to my best friends.
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
Helpful
Dolly Granatelli in Santa Barbara, CA – Oct 22, 2017
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Dr. David Frecker is the best medical specialist I've met during the past 40 years! He knows the field of neurology in and out and explains things in a clear, detailed and understandable way. Always punctual, he will take his time and answer questions, giving suggestions that are realistic and helpful. I cannot recommend Dr. Frecker highly enough. This is a one-of-a-kind medical practitioner as they are most rare nowadays! I write this review with much gratitude.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Alice de Dadelsen Asquith in Ojai, CA – Jul 05, 2017
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I took my dad to see Dr. Frecker, after signs of cognitive decline began showing up. Dr. Frecker was prompt, courteous and friendly, and I liked that he showed respect for my Dad, and was patient with his sometimes slow speech. He explained things clearly without oversimplifying, and he really listened to what we said, and answered every question we asked. We didn't feel rushed at all. I wish Dr. Frecker could be my Dad's primary care physician. I'd recommend him to anyone.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Santa Rosa, CA – Feb 25, 2017
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I love this office, I have a new onset of seizures and Dr Freaker has gone above and beyond to help me. He has even helped me get an mri and an incredible discount as I did not have insurance at the time I needed the mri. I travel almost 2 hours to see him and so worth it. After 6 mo of trouble shooting trying a new med that didn't work,he has referred me to the epilepsy center in Pasadena to get an in depth eeg to see if we can figure out what's going on. Been very responsive with communication
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
2 others found this helpful
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Arroyo Grande, CA – Jan 27, 2017
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After an appointment with Dr. Frecker in August, 2016, Dr. Frecker did not dictate notes for the visit. I was told by the office manager, Allison, that Dr. Frecker said he would dictate the notes for the visit so I could forward those notes to a specialist. After contacting Allison numerous times in writing and by phone, the notes were never provided. It is now January 5, 2017 and Dr. Frecker has not written any notes and he has not provided a reason for no physician notes. Substandard.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Jan 06, 2017
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We came to Dr. Frecker to help my Mother who is suffering from Autonomic Dysfunction. The appointment went well and he was thorough in helping her.We had some steps to take in the future to further help her. We tried to contact the office and Dr. Frecker to help answer questions after the appt. We did not get responses from them. I am giving 2 stars because the workers in the office as well as Dr. Frecker do a VERY poor job at responding to patients and getting back to them for important matters
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
5 others found this helpful
Helpful
Santa Barbara, CA – Nov 15, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. David Frecker, MD is a neurologist in Santa Barbara, CA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of California at Berkeley in 1984. He is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
  • Neurology

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  • University Of California At Berkeley

    Medical School, 1984
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
Neurology
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Dr. Frecker is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Neurology Associates of Santa Barbara219 Nogales Ave Ste F 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

      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
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