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 404 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.
KAREN H.
Submitted 06/02/21
Check up for my knee
DENNIS K.
Submitted 05/27/21
Very good
VIRGINIA M.
Submitted 05/13/21
Dr. Gallivan is always thorough and never gives up on treating my aches and pains!
ILENE P.
Submitted 04/23/21
Jill was amazing in helping me get crated and soon to be seen for evaluation. Smart, caring and ON IT! Says a lot about this practice to have her at the starting gate. Thank you Jill!
ROBERT S.
Submitted 04/21/21
Dr. Gallivan and his staff are hands-on good communicators and make the visit very productive and informative I wouldn’t consider any other orthopedic group in town and I refer to any friends in need of a good surgeon to go see Dr. Gallivan
MARILYN S.
Submitted 04/20/21
Having had great results in the past with 2 hip surgeries I feel I am in good hands with Dr. G. Knee replacements have improved.
RONALD M.
Submitted 04/16/21
Great, friendly Physician and staff
PEGGY F.
Submitted 04/15/21
Friendly staff. Very knowledgeable and efficient. Doctor professional and thorough. All questions and concerns answered
JOHN T.
Submitted 04/12/21
Excellent!
ROBERT D.
Submitted 04/08/21
Exam and referral for P.T. What could go wrong?
MAUREEN M.
Submitted 04/08/21
I got a lovely call from Julie (?) after my feedback which I really appreciated, thank you.
DAVID C.
Submitted 04/02/21
Dr Galivan is a top notch Orthopedic doctor. He takes the time and attention needed for successful repairs and healing.
RONALD P.
Submitted 03/15/21
Dr Gallivan was very informative as to my condition and diagnosis. He took the time necessary to explain and answer all of my questions
CATHERINE L.
Submitted 03/15/21
I trust the process
MARK C.
Submitted 03/05/21
Everything worked out well, thanks
Sharon D.
Submitted 04/30/20
I recently had a total knee replacement with Dr. Gallivan. I had such an easy, rapid recovery. He is an excellent surgeon and uses a technique which most of the doctors do not use that aids in a faster recovery. He is very easy to talk to and explained everything very thoroughly. I highly recommend him.
(originally posted 3/19/19)
Stephanie E.
Submitted 04/30/20
Love Dr. Gallivan! He repaired my broken shoulder, all healed now. GREAT bedside manner, GREAT doctor!! He makes having broken bones fun!!
Stephanie E.
(originally posted 1/7/19)
Janette F.
Submitted 04/30/20
I believe Dr.Gallivan and his staff are by far the best anywhere. I have total confidence in Dr.Gallivan, I felt it from the moment I met him and that for me is unusual. On September 11th, while wide awake I got a new hip and every day is better than the last. I expect to be back to cycling within the next few weeks!!
Everyone in the office from Jackie who handles scheduling your surgery to Adam and Taylor go above and beyond to make sure you get the best of care.
I cannot thank them enough. Truly a great experience.
(originally posted 11/6/18)
Greg N.
Submitted 04/30/20
I am a Veteran and this is the doctor the VA chose for me to do my knee replacement. I could not have made a better choice if I had picked one myself. Surgery is a huge decision and big part of that is feeling comfortable with the doctor you choose. The qualities that drew me to Dr. William Gallivan, Jr. were how close he is with his family and staff. They all are like one big family and make you feel that way too. I could not have asked for a better experience and I had checked on several others in the area and done my homework. I am super happy with my recovery. I am 47 and athletic but had a total knee replacement and am back playing softball and hitting home runs after only 3 months post surgery. Still not sprinting yet but I feel like I probably could. Dr. Gallivan is an amazing doctor and really cares about your treatment as does his staff. He considers all avenues available to you when contemplating surgery. If you're on the fence for a surgeon then definitely consider him.
(originally posted 2/21/18)
Edda H.
Submitted 04/30/20
After Dr Gallivan treated my 77 year old knees, I'm able to walk the hills in the village of my summer home in Italy. Thank You
(originally posted 7/28/17)