Women’s Healthcare
Designed Differently

The Cottage Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB/GYN) Clinic is a practice led by women specialists offering comprehensive medical services—from routine wellness examinations to diagnosis and treatment of gynecological conditions, and complete obstetric care from pre-conception to pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum visits.

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Our clinic is designed differently.

Equipped with the latest medical technologies and modern amenities, the clinic is designed to promote patient comfort, safety and privacy. The clinic offers a warm, welcoming environment for all patients.

Obstetrics

Our skilled practitioners provide high quality, compassionate care for every stage of pregnancy and birth. We partner with Cottage Health hospitalists to offer patients seamless care around the clock. We also collaborate with maternal-fetal specialists to ensure optimal care during high-risk pregnancies. Learn more about Obstetrics

Gynecology

Our expert team offers comprehensive, patient-centered gynecologic care at every stage of life. We have specialty training in adolescent care and menopausal care. Our services range from routine preventive care and wellness exams to procedures and treatment for a range of conditions. Learn more about Gynecology

Hospitalist Support

The Obstetric (OB) Hospitalist program at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital offers 24/7 hospital coverage for continuity of care beyond clinic hours. A Board-certified Ob/Gyn from the hospital’s medical staff is available for labor and delivery support, surgical assistance and emergency ob/gyn care.

Meet our providers

Lisa A. Lepine, MD, Medical Director

Board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology, Dr. Lisa Lepine has nearly 30 years of medical experience in a variety of settings and serves as the medical director of the Cottage Ob/Gyn Clinic.

Dr. Lepine speaks English and Spanish. Read more about Dr. Lisa Lepine

Heather Merrick, MPA, Physician Assistant

Heather Merrick, MPA, Physician Assistant

Heather Merrick is a certified and licensed physician assistant with more than 20 years of experience providing care in the Santa Barbara area. She has specialized training with da Vinci robotic surgical technology and graduated with high honors from Oregon Health and Science University School of Medicine. Read more about Heather

Maribeth Claassen, CNM, WHNP, Nurse Midwife

Maribeth Claassen, CNM, WHNP, Nurse Midwife

Maribeth Claassen holds a Master of Science in Nursing degree from University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing and is a certified Midwife with over a decade of experience. Her training includes a fellowship in midwifery and training as a breastfeeding resource nurse. She is fluent in English and French and has proficiency in medical Spanish. Read more about Maribeth

Insurance Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Cottage Health Employee Health Plan
  • Health Net
  • Medicare
  • MultiPlan
  • TRICARE
  • TriWest
  • United Healthcare

Any required co-payments or share of cost will be collected at the time of service. For patients with HMO insurance plans, please check with your health plan, primary care physician or assigned medical group for details on your coverage.

Our Services

Our goals are to provide state-of-the-art care in a comfortable environment. We provide knowledge of best practices for informed decisions, listen to you and answer your questions, offer guidance during the natural process of pregnancy and childbirth, and support you with medical interventions when needed. We care for patients with routine low-risk pregnancies and those with more complex risk factors including:

  • Advanced maternal age
  • High blood pressure (including pre-eclampsia)
  • gestational diabetes
  • obesity
  • intrauterine growth restriction
  • placental abnormalities
  • vaginal birth after cesarean
  • preterm labor
  • cervical insufficiency

Our philosophy of childbirth is an extension of our pregnancy care model. We want your delivery experience to be an empowering and bonding experience with choices that feel right for you. We will provide medical interventions and advanced care when medically necessary to fulfill the overarching goal of safety and health for you and your baby. Read more about our approach to Pregnancy Care

Our expert team offers comprehensive, patient-centered gynecologic care at every stage of life.

Our services range from routine preventive care and wellness exams to procedures and treatment for conditions including:

  • management of heavy periods
  • uterine fibroids
  • ovarian cysts
  • polycystic ovarian syndrome
  • sexually transmitted infections

Our physicians have particular in-depth training and experience in:

  • adolescent care
  • contraception
  • management of abnormal Paps
  • individualized menopausal care
Dr. Lisa Lepine and the team at the Cottage Obstetrics & Gynecology Clinic
Front of the building at the Cottage Obstetrics & Gynecology Clinic
The lobby at the Cottage Obstetrics & Gynecology Clinic

Location and Contact Information

Office hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday-Friday.

Phone: 805-324-9400 | Fax: 805-749-2922

Address: 2416 Castillo Street, Unit A,
Santa Barbara, CA 93105

Parking is behind the building.

On-call physicians are available at night and on weekends. In case of an emergency, please call 911.

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