Testimonials & Reviews
Orthopedic Institute of Santa Barbara
Orthopedic Surgeon & Sports Medicine located in Santa Barbara, CA & Solvang, CA
Orthopedic Institute of Santa Barbara always appreciates feedback from our valued patients. To date, we’re thrilled to have collected 544 reviews with an average rating of 4.94 out of 5 stars. Please read what others are saying about Orthopedic Institute of Santa Barbara below, and as always, we would love to collect your feedback.
JAMES L.
Submitted 02/12/26
Doctor Gallivan is kind, caring, and fully professional. His staff is very friendly and my experience was terrific.
Walter W.
Submitted 02/12/26
Complete and timely recovery after a complex and extensive tear to the inside knee meniscus.
LANA C.
Submitted 02/11/26
Excellent dr
DAVID D.
Submitted 02/10/26
The doctor and his staff are top shelf. They are always helpful, up to date and patient. The medical care I have received has helped me get through a knee sprain, as well as Arthritis very satisfactorily. Eventually, I may need surgery, but we have taken numerous steps to deal with the discomfort and his recommendation on physical therapists was also outstanding.
LINDA P.
Submitted 02/09/26
The office staff is so friendly and efficient. Dr. Gallivan answers allquestions and I’m very confident with his care.
ROBERT H.
Submitted 02/06/26
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SHIRLEY E.
Submitted 02/05/26
I felt that doctor Gallivan listened and treated my pain according to his observations of my X-rays and my feedback.
DONALD J.
Submitted 02/05/26
Dr. Gallivan was very helpful in addressing my issues. He referred me to a specialist. I would highly recommend him!
ANN W.
Submitted 02/03/26
In a professional, respectful, congenial environment, the most notable and important aspect of my visit was that all my questions were answered, and in the discussion regarding solutions to my knee problem, I came. away with a clear understanding of the procedures available. I also appreciated being able to view my X-ray and MRI images and receive contextual information about them.
April C.
Submitted 01/29/26
One of the best doctors in Santa Barbara.
Caring. Competent. Kind. Personable. Articulate. Nice office staff. Listens.
KARI M.
Submitted 01/28/26
Awesome as usual!
MARK O.
Submitted 01/27/26
Staff was very friendly and helpful . Dr. Gallivan is very friendly, professional, and helpful. I would say my experience was Great and I would highly recommend there services.
CHARLES W.
Submitted 01/27/26
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MARTIN B.
Submitted 01/25/26
Dr. Gallivan has been our orthopedist for almost thirty years. We are appreciative of his conservative approach to healing, his kindness and his medical medical expertise. We highly recommend Dr. Gallivan!
RAYMOND D.
Submitted 01/23/26
Prompt while devoting an appropriate time to understand and discuss patient concerns and issues. Well run office.
JAMES K.
Submitted 01/20/26
Very professional and informative. Good experience.
JUTTA M.
Submitted 01/20/26
It took a little long to see him but I like him. He explained my condition well but I do have a couple more questions for him. I will definitely have him do the surgery.
CYNTHIA L.
Submitted 01/16/26
So glad I was referred to Dr Gallivan. Knee replacement was a complete success.
PATRICE H.
Submitted 01/15/26
Dr Gallivan is remarkable! He saved me from an unnecessary surgery another orthopedist had planned for me. He went over every single detail of my care and was in touch with my PT afterwards. I don’t know how he does it but he really cares. today was the one year anniversary of my procedure and it’s perfect!
CRAIG M.
Submitted 01/14/26
Dr Gallivan is a wonderful person and a top notch orthopedic surgeon. He took the time to access my problem, was clear on all my options, and correctly made the call and fixed my bad hip! Great guy, very personable. His staff was so kind and thoughtful and helpful.
Highly recommend the whole crew for a great outcome. Seriously!!!