Your Multidisciplinary Team

Cystic Fibrosis team photo

At the Cottage Health Cystic Fibrosis (CF) and Bronchiectasis Center you can learn how to better manage your condition with help from dedicated physicians and other health care providers, including:

  • Respiratory therapists – Assists with administration of nebulized therapies, airway clearance techniques and performing pulmonary function tests
  • CF Physical therapists – performs 3 minute step tests and reviews home exercise programs
  • CF Registered Nurse – Provides comprehensive assessments and patient education for overall health and well-being
  • CF Dietitian – Creates a healthful eating plan that meets your personal nutrition goals and benefits your lungs
  • Social worker – Connect you with community resources and support services
  • CF Pharmacist – Helps you manage your medications

CF Staff Members

Richard Belkin MD, MSCE, FCCP

Dr. Richard Belkin

Medical Director MD, MSCE, FCCP

Jennifer Thompson, MPT

Jennifer Thompson, MPT

Physical Therapist

Stacey Bailey, CF Registered Dietitian

Stacey Bailey

Registered Dietitian

Cori S, CF Nursing Coordinator, RN

Cori S., RN

Nursing Coordinator

Katie U, CF Registered Nurse and CF Registry Coordinator, RN

Katie U., RN

Registered Nurse and Registry Coordinator

Jennifer Thompson, MPT

Karla Killgore Smith, Pharm.D., BCPS, BCIDP

Clinical Pharmacy Specialist

Affiliated Specialists

To provide the best care for you, our Clinic team collaborates with additional Cottage Health affiliated specialists as needed, including:

  • Allergist/immunologist – Diagnoses and treats allergies and immune system disorders
  • Endocrinologists – Diagnose and treat conditions related to glands and hormones
  • Gastroenterologists – Specialize in treating the gastrointestinal tract and liver
  • Gynecologists – Specialize in treating the female reproductive system
  • Interventional radiologists – Perform minimally invasive, image-guided procedures
  • Otorhinolaryngologists – Diagnose and treat ear, nose and throat (ENT) conditions

Cystic Fibrosis & Bronchiectasis Clinic

Cystic Fibrosis Clinic - Cottage Health

2409 De La Vina Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
805-569-8993

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