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Dr. Ron Golan, MD

Dr. Ron Golan, MD

Urology*
10+ years of experience

Dr. Ron Golan, MD is a urologist in Santa Barbara, CA and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine in 2013. He is affiliated with medical facilities Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital and Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

5 Star Rating
Based on 63 reviews 5 Star Rating (63 reviews)

Practice

4151 Foothill Rd Santa Barbara, CA 93110
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(805) 681-7500

Dr. Golan is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Urology

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
  • 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.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Golan's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Golan

5.0

63 ratings, 59 with a written review
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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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Sydney Hall – Apr 01, 2025
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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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Joe Delarosa – Feb 20, 2025
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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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Oct 22, 2024
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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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Oct 10, 2024
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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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Sep 26, 2024
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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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Aug 30, 2024
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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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Tom S – Aug 26, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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May 22, 2024
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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
What could be improved
No results
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Gary Ulrich – May 19, 2024
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Telehealth
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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Patrick Ford – Apr 11, 2024
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Michael – Feb 07, 2024
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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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John D. – Feb 06, 2024
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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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G – Dec 15, 2023
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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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Jay Kevin McGrath – Nov 16, 2023
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Nov 14, 2023
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Ron – Oct 11, 2023
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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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Sep 13, 2023
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Sep 02, 2023
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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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Sep 01, 2023
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William – Aug 24, 2023
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About Me

biography

Dr. Ron Golan is a fellowship-trained urologic surgeon currently practicing in Santa Barbara, California. 

  • Urology

  • Urologic Oncology

  • Endourology

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  • Columbia University Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2020

  • New York-presbyterian Hospital-weill Cornell Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2019

  • University Of Pennsylvania Perelman School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2013
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Dr. Golan is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Urology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Foothill Surgery Center at Sansum Clinic4151 Foothill Rd Santa Barbara, CA 93110
    1

    Practice

    Office161 Fort Washington Ave Fl 11 New York, NY 10032
    2

    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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    • 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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