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Dr. Matthew Potter, DO

Dr. Matthew Potter, DO

Family Medicine*

Dr. Matthew Potter, DO is a family medicine physician in Santa Maria, CA. He is affiliated with Marian Regional Medical Center.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 24 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (24 reviews)

Practice

2801 Santa Maria Way Santa Maria, CA 93455
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Dr. Potter is a patient favorite Family Medicine Physician

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  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Potter specializes in the area of Family Practice. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews
  • Clean Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is clean. See hospitals
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Dr. Potter's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Potter

4.8
24 ratings, 18 with a written review
5 star
92%
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4 star
4%
4%
3 star
0%
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2 star
4%
4%
1 star
0%
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One of the best doctors on the Central Coast
Telehealth
Dr. Potter is special. He listens and make recommendations to benefit overall health. There is hardly ever a long wait time. He always follows up and he responds to online requests in a timely manner.
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
Helpful
Apr 26, 2025
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Great doctor
So personable and thorough. Very kind. Definitely happy that he joined the practice.
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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Apr 08, 2025
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Great Doctor!
Very thorough and thoughtful. He doesn’t miss a beat and really cares about people.
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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Mark McKee – Mar 19, 2025
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Excellent
Dr Potter always makes me feel comfortable in an uncomfortable setting. I appreciate his bedside manners and his professionalism
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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Salinas – Mar 11, 2025
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A1
I usually avoid seeing a doctor as much as possible. That has changed with Dr. Potter. He listens. He's respectful, he is flexible. He's actually pleasant. What more can you ask for?
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
Helpful
JC – Jan 21, 2025
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ER follow up
Dr. Potter went over results from my ER visit. It was very helpful. I was in and out of the office quickly as well.
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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Jenn B – Dec 12, 2024
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Telephone visit.
Telehealth
Dr Potter explained my tests clearly
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
Helpful
Dec 12, 2024
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I Appreciate This Dr!
It’s so nice to feel listened to and cared for. I feel this Dr Potter really is looking out for my best interest in all aspects of my healthcare.
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
Helpful
Geri – Nov 20, 2024
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Knowledgable and Kind
Dr. Potter is a wonderful doctor, he listens to concerns and thinks outside of the box to get personalized solutions. He is compassionate and you can tell he cares about his patients. He knows his stuff. I left my appointments feeling encouraged and confident about his treatment plans. I highly recommend Dr. Potter, he is a true family doctor and now cares for myself, my kids and my elderly parents and in-laws. We all love him.
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
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Oct 04, 2024
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Dr. Potter was very kind and very thorough in his visit with me. He has a gentle touch. He was very sensitive to some issues I have to deal with. He was respectful in dealing with these issues.
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
Helpful
Oct 04, 2024
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Efficient
I like the way he treats me
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
Helpful
Missybee805 – Sep 25, 2024
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Love my doctor
He is very knowledgeable and is very committed.
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
Helpful
Sep 25, 2024
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He's a very friendly doctor.
The staff that served me was very friendly and professional.
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
Helpful
Angelica – Sep 25, 2024
Translated from the original Spanish.
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Dr Potter is Fantastic!
Dr. Potter is so thoughtful and a great listener- he’s willing to take the time to talk through your concerns and make sure to really hear what the patient is saying. He’s also great at following through with what he says. Definitely recommend Dr. Potter. He is fantastic.
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
Helpful
Aug 08, 2024
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Highly Recommend.
I was very satisfied with my visit . I felt that he listened very well and was happy to help . It felt like he cared about me as a patient and quickly got me started on my treatment needs quickly.
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
Helpful
Paul R – Jul 27, 2024
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Telehealth
We were rushed through the appointment with how many issues, injuries, disorders that I have.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Jul 20, 2024
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Dr. Potter is knowledgeable, good with his patients
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Tomas Enriquez – Jul 17, 2024
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Telehealth
Prompt and careful attention.
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
Helpful
Jul 11, 2024
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Dr. Matthew Potter, DO is a family medicine physician in Santa Maria, CA. He is affiliated with Marian Regional Medical Center.
  • Family Medicine

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American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
Family Practice
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Patient Favorite Award

Dr. Potter is a patient favorite Family Medicine Physician

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    Locations

    Practice

    Office2801 Santa Maria Way Santa Maria, CA 93455
    1

    Practice

    Community Health Centers Del Valle430 S Blosser Rd Santa Maria, CA 93458
    2
    Community Health Centers Santa Maria2801 Santa Maria Way Bldg A Santa Maria, CA 93455
    3
    Community Health Centers of the Central Coast Inc2050 S Blosser Rd Santa Maria, CA 93458
    4

    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

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      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
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality