Matthew A. Pifer, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
Subspecializing in Sports Medicine and Arthroscopic Surgery

Accepting New Patients

Walk-In Appointments

Payment Plan Offered

Same-Day Appointments

Schedule an Appointment 805-967-9311 Fax: 805-681-9969

Locations

  • Orthopedic Surgical Practice of SB

    5333 Hollister Ave., Ste. 150 Santa Barbara, CA 93111

Treatments & Services

  • Sports Medicine
  • Arthroscopic Knee and Shoulder Surgery
  • General Orthopaedics including Fracture Treatment and Repair

Insurances Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Anthem/Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • Health Net
  • Medicare
  • United HealthCare
  • Cash Pay
  • Medi-Medi
  • Medpay
  • Personal Injury Liens
  • Workers Compensation

Physician Profile

Year joined staff:

2017

Credentialed Facilities:

Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital and Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital

Clinical Highlights:

Single portal arthroscopic surgery, Total shoulder replacement

Professional Memberships:

American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, American Medical Association

Board Certifications:

Orthopaedic Surgery - credited fellowship in Sports Medicine and Arthroscopic Surgery

Education

Medical Education:

Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine (Ohio)

Internships:

William Beaumont Hospital (Michigan)

Fellowship:

Kaiser Permanente Hospital Systems - El Cajon

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