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Dr. Howard Gross, MD

Dr. Howard Gross, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Howard Gross, MD is a plastic surgeon in Santa Barbara, CA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1985. He is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

1722 State St Ste 201 Santa Barbara, CA 93101

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Dr. Gross' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gross

4.7
15 ratings, 4 with a written review
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I have a identical twin sister and we love the results we received with Dr Gross. I look natural and not pulled so does sis. I highly recommend him and his 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
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Y.L. – Mar 17, 2022
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Im 64 and I had implants to help lift me, I didn’t want to be larger just filled in and lifted. Dr Gross was very clear on what had to be done and I was really happy with the out come. Great staff and surgical center was very clean, nurses that assisted were so very nice and made me feel comfortable and not too nervous! Thank you Dr Gross, Jennifer and surgical center!!
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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Marie Smith – Sep 22, 2021
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Dr. Howard Gross is a professional miracle maker. He saved my life after a brutal multi-car collision and rollover on the 101 Freeway literally tore me apart. This man I had never met spent hours putting me back together, with a calming precision, that helped me stave off shock from the trauma. This review is the real: he and his staff saved my life and my looks. If you need additional information about his miracle working, or other quality work assurances, do not hesitate to contact me. Barry Boen, Los Angeles, California - January 1st, 2008. boenvilla@mail.com
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
2 others found this helpful
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Barry Boen – Jun 23, 2020
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I can not express enough how much the people at Dr, Gross office made this experience a complete pleasure. They treated me so professionally but like we have been friends forever. I love, love Dr. Gross from the bottom of my heart and his staff is filled with amazing careing people. The work he did was perfect and the people there were even better..
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
5 others found this helpful
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Angela Espinoza in Lompoc CA – Dec 15, 2017
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Dr. Howard Gross, MD is a plastic surgeon in Santa Barbara, CA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1985. He is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

  • General Surgery

  • Breast Reconstruction Surgery

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  • Suny Health Science Center

    Residency Hospital, 1992

  • Loma Linda University Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1990

  • Long Island Jewish Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1986

  • University Of Illinois College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1985
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Plastic Surgery®
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Plastic Surgery
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Practice

Office1722 State St Ste 201 Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 9:00am - 5:00pm
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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

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    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

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