My Dad was a patient of Dr. Kershaw about six years ago and I was introduced to him at that time…read more About a year ago, I decided it was time for me to seek out an Internist and Dr. Kershaw came to mind. I am very happy that Dr. Kershaw accepted me as a new patient. He is very thorough and listens and explains each step of the way. He ordered some tests for me, along with follow-up appointments to discuss the results. Dr. Kershaw is personable and very knowledgeable and intelligent. I recommend him highly.

waited 6 months to establish care / appointment. morning of, sent message he was not in the office…read more rescheduled 2.5 months later. an initial appointment is about 15 min longer than a regular office visit. Dr / Office policy should be to reschedule immediately and stay the extra 15 min at work. Just - sayin' - this is how they handle things

I have been fortunate enough to have had several excellent personal physicians over the years, but…read moreDr. Sweeney is by far the best. She is knowledgeable, compassionate, and thorough. Moreover, her advice on how to improve my health is always sound and actionable. I feel extremely fortunate to be her patient, and, as an added bonus, Krista and the rest of Dr. Sweeney's staff are efficient and caring as well.

Love Dr. Mara... fun having the same name too! Love her…read moreoffice staff. They are always kind thoughtful and very responsive. The hardest part is driving from Ojai to SB. But always glad when I'm there !

Dr. Ponce in my experience dealing consistantly with unforseen medical issues that might come…read moreup..has ALWAYS taken my input regarding how i am feeling and happening in my body..he is a great listener and by far he has always made me feel like we are partners in my journey of maintaining a better way to a healthier life never ignoring anything that be pertinent to my health my highest recommendation to his level of empathy and commitment to his experience..which also reflects on the professional approach in which his team and office staff keep their high standards of service...I know those people who are under his care understand what I am saying and I'm not planning on changing doctors at ast until he retires. Thank you so very much Dr. Ponce With kind Regards Hugo

Dr. Ponce is my primary physician and he has given me excellent care , service and advice for many…read moreyears. I would recommend him to anyone who is looking for a physician here in Santa Barbara.

Dr. Holderness is an excellent Doctor. Knowledgeable, compassionate, and informative. I have some…read moreanxiety around seeing doctors but He immediately puts me at ease with his personable manner. And based on my experience with him over the past 10 years I am confident in my receiving expert medical care-everytime. I HIGHLY recommend him.

As of Feb 2020, Dr. Bryce Holderness has been my general practitioner for 4 and 1/2 years. Although…read moreI was initially highly impressed with him, he made one bad decision two years ago of sufficient magnitude to cause me to re-evaluate my opinion. In a situation where there was a choice between medication and surgery, Dr. Holderness and one of his colleagues were united in recommending against the surgery and in favoring a specific medication. The medication did provide some relief, but, as I later discovered, it has neurological side effects, including, if used on a long-term basis, the potential to cause permanent neurological damage. Fortunately, my ophthalmologist noticed an early effect of this medication, asked if I was using it, and ordered me to stop, which I did. The main thing that I've learned from this episode is that every adult must research the medical options for him/herself, rather than relying solely on advice from the medical professionals.