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 416 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.
LOIS A.
Submitted 04/25/25
We feel very fortunate to be able to receive such kind and caring professional Medical help from Dr. Gallivan. He is amazing and we are grateful to be patient Lois Abbott and John Jacobs.
KATHERINE B.
Submitted 04/17/25
I was grateful that Dr Gallivan considered issues besides my knee in making a plan for treatment. I will eventually need surgery, but in the meantime am addressing other medical issues for better overall outcomes.
JANETTE F.
Submitted 04/15/25
I’m never leaving! Always the best experience. Awesome doctor and great staff. Super friendly always best of care.
LUIS V.
Submitted 04/13/25
Exelent service thank you thank you
BRENT K.
Submitted 04/12/25
I had a very good and positive experience with Dr. Galavan
He speaks clearly, and I was able to understand what he was saying when he explained what was wrong with my shoulder
My previous experience with his treatment of my other shoulder was wonderful, and that was 16 years ago
DAVID D.
Submitted 04/11/25
The 5 stars tells it all. Entire staff & experience was very professional & they made me feel special at every level including post surgery follow up.
Couldn’t be happier!
CYNTHIA L.
Submitted 04/11/25
Got all the information I needed to make an informed
PETER B.
Submitted 04/10/25
After more than 10 years of knee pain and the lost of mobility, Dr Gallivan gave me my life back.
He told me after surgery that I would like my new knee and I truly do.
I walked out of the hospital with less pain than when I walked in the morning of the surgery.
Thank you Dr.Gallivan and thanks to your staff.
GERALDINE S.
Submitted 04/10/25
Dr Gallivan is a wonderful Dr. I’m about to schedule my second knee replacement with him. He is attentive and caring which makes me feel very confident and comfortable. I would definitely recommend him as an incredible surgeon. His staff is also knowledgeable and caring.
SUSAN C.
Submitted 04/09/25
Dr. Gallivan is the best: Experienced, personable and cutting edge. Thanks for keeping me very active, Dr. G!
TOM W.
Submitted 04/08/25
Wait time was excessive but I really like Dr, Gallivan
ETHEL D.
Submitted 04/02/25
Dr Galvan answered all of my questions did not make me feel rushed i was very satisfied with the bisit
MARY G.
Submitted 04/01/25
He’s simply the best!!
Dusan A.
Submitted 04/01/25
Excellent results! I was back on the tennis courts in 6 weeks after a hip replacement at 74 years old.
I give he and his staff 5 stars!
KATHLEEN C.
Submitted 03/04/25
I gained so much valuable information to help me with my decision to move forward with my knee replacement. Dr. Gallivan is extremely welcoming and reassuring.
CHERYL W.
Submitted 03/04/25
Very caring, and listening to the patient’s concerns
ALAN S.
Submitted 03/04/25
Friendly and Professional staff….Dr. Gallivan made sure I understood my issue and gave me good options to consider!
WISSAM H.
Submitted 02/28/25
Amazing called for immediate to be seen DR Gallivan called saying come now won't happen here went so worried after hearing another doctor Dr gallivan says I need to see the images from the mri then says nothing to worry about thank you for making relax and keep my life easier
DEBORAH M.
Submitted 02/28/25
Dr. Gallivan has been my doctor for 20+ years. I did physical therapy for a knee problem then injections. I finally had very successful knee surgery 1 1/2 years.
I appreciate his compassionate care and his conservative treatment, not suggesting surgery for the first treatment which not needed for over 20 years. He is an excellent surgeon.
SHARON W.
Submitted 02/28/25
Very focused and helpful.