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Dr. Michael Amster, MD

Dr. Michael Amster, MD

Pain Management*

Dr. Michael Amster, MD is a pain management specialist in Santa Cruz, CA. He is affiliated with Dominican Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Practice

1510 Capitola Rd Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(831) 427-3500

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Amster specializes in the area of Family Practice. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Amster's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Amster

4.2
17 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
76%
76%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
6%
6%
2 star
0%
0%
1 star
18%
18%

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Compassionate doctor. Sometimes you can tell when they care, and I think he does.
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
Helpful
SB – Apr 16, 2021
Dr. Amster's Reply –
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Dr. Amster was my Dr. for 10+years. Actually cares about your pain more than guidelines. Was able to cut my pain medications in half but found the right amount and combination to make sure your pain levels are tolerable. Great Dr. He's left the pain clinic and now I'm stuck with a Dr. who only wants to decrease your medications. People go to pain management to have their pain managed. What a concept huh?
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Jan 19, 2021
Dr. Amster's Reply –
Thank you for your kind review.
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I was a patient of Dr Amster for 16 yrs and was sad to leave his care when I moved out of state. It is so hard to find good pain Mgmt. He went above & beyond in trying diff things to help me. He never made me feel bad when my pain was hard to control.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Sep 23, 2020
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I've been a patient for over 12 years now and he saved my life many many times he's the most wonderful doctor he's patient with his patients he listen to his patient needs I don't know what I would do if I didn't have him as doctor everyone needs to go see him he helps me to my pain
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Michell Stewart – Mar 11, 2020
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I received excellent care from Dr. Amster and regret having moved to Arizona and leaving him as my physician. PS Please contact me at judithabear@aol.com
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Judith A Bear in Fountain Hills, AZ – Dec 30, 2018
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I've been seeing dr. Amster for over 8 plus years now. I cannot say enough good things about him. I have gone from a pain level of 9-10, that's barely being able to get out of bed. To an average pain level 5 - 6 and on a good day even at 4. My pain chronic. It took quite a few years but we finally found the medicines that work and I am thrilled to be at5-6. I can go to church now I can go to the store I can work out my garden. Between him and his staff my life has become so much 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
6 others found this helpful
Helpful
Susan Pokorny in Fairfield, CA – Nov 30, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Amster takes a down-to-earth and informal approach to his patient care. Most of his patients see him for long term care and recovery. It is important to him to develop close relationships built on trust and understanding. Dr. Amster prefers to partner together and create a treatment plan for long term results.

biography

Pain management is a fascinating, ever changing field. I believe it's one of the last frontiers of medicine: understanding how pain works and how to manage it.

As a pain management specialist, I'm able to provide continuity of care...read more

  • Pain Management

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  • Uc Davis Fam Prac

    Residency Hospital, 2004

  • Meth Hospital Sacramento

    Internship Hospital, 2002
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine
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Family Practice†
†Self designated 
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Locations

Practice

Live Oak Health Center1510 Capitola Rd Santa Cruz, CA 95062
1

Practice

Northbay Healthcare Center for Pain Management1860 Pennsylvania Ave Ste 310 Fairfield, CA 94533
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Dominican Hospital

    1555 Soquel Dr
    Santa Cruz, CA 95065

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

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

    4% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

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