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Dr. Sara Taroumian, MD

Dr. Sara Taroumian, MD

Internal Medicine*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Sara Taroumian, MD is an internist in Santa Barbara, CA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Taroumian has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. She graduated from University of Arizona in 2006. She is affiliated with medical facilities Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital and Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

215 Pesetas Ln Santa Barbara, CA 93110
Telehealth available
(805) 681-7500

Dr. Taroumian is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Taroumian specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Rheumatology. • 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.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Taroumian's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Taroumian

4.1
16 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 star
75%
75%
4 star
0%
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3 star
0%
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2 star
6%
6%
1 star
19%
19%

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not helpful
Did not take me & my pain seriously because of my young age and gave me no actual solutions other than 'oh well you're just gonna have to live with it'
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Mar 26, 2024
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Have been seeing Dr. Taroumian for a few years. She ALWAYS makes time for questions. Very engaging and knowledgeable. We discuss all medications and treatments...I feel very comfortable with her care. Highly recommended.
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 26, 2023
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Excellent
Everything you want your doctor to be. She takes time to listen to you, communicates well, visits don't feel rushed, and she is super knowledgeable.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
John – Apr 01, 2022
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I am a patient and was told unless I took the 1 appointment offered I would have to wait 4 months to see the doctor. Staff was extremely curt on the phones. I’d rather find someone outside of Sansum with a nicer staff and the willingness to help.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Jan 18, 2022
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It has been a long time since I've had such a complete and pleasant exam. Dr Taroumian was thorough, personable, asked key questions and took the time to clearly explain her thoughts and my treatment plan. I left feeling cared for and look forward to my return for further treatment, if necessary.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
Helpful
Apr 08, 2021
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She's the best doctor I have ever had. Extremely attentive. Explains everything thoroughly to me. When I call and I have a problem I get a return call immediately or within a few hours. She will have her medical assistant call me back. She's very thorough and very intelligent. Her doctor to patient relationship is excellent. I've been comfortable with her since day one. I've been seeing her for over 6 years now. I wouldn't go to anyone else. And she's even helped me with other medical issues other than rheumatology. Excellent doctor
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
Helpful
Chris B Whisler – Feb 07, 2021
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Dr Taroumian She is very knowledgeable and caring doctor very easy to talk to bedside matter is excellent
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
Helpful
Nov 19, 2020
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I find Dr Taroumian very attentive, clear in her diagnosis, and a pleasant person to talk to.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
L.A. Brown – Jan 07, 2020
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Dr. Taroumian, despite a reasonable office demeanor, was not helpful to me at all. She ran some blood tests, which came back negative. Despite my symptoms, which clearly indicated an autoimmune disease, she told me that it was all in my head and that she couldn't help me. She refused to order further diagnostic tests typically done for my condition. Luckily, I found a more experienced rheumatologist who correctly diagnosed me and offered me treatment.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
14 others found this helpful
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Luke in Santa Barbara, CA – Feb 01, 2016
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Dr. Sara Taroumian, MD is an internist in Santa Barbara, CA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Taroumian has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. She graduated from University of Arizona in 2006. She is affiliated...read more

  • Internal Medicine

  • Rheumatology

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  • University Of Arizona

    Medical School, 2006

  • University Of Arizona College Of Medicine – Phoenix

    Medical School, 2006
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Rheumatology
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Dr. Taroumian is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Sansum Clinic215 Pesetas Ln Santa Barbara, CA 93110
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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

    • Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital

      2050 Viborg Rd
      Solvang, CA 93463

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

      95%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      13% higher than the national average

      93%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      12% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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