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About Dr. Brent Kovacs
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Dr. Brent Kovacs was born and raised in Northridge, CA and has spent almost his entire life in California. He completed his undergraduate studies at Stanford University, where he was fortunate to meet his wife during his freshman year of school. In 1994, he completed his residency in Internal Medicine at Harbor-UCLA before moving to Loma Linda to complete his Gastroenterology Fellowship. Today, Dr. Kovacs serves the community of Santa Barbara. Additionally, he has served as the Chief of the Gastroenterology Division of Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital for 9 years. Dr. Kovacs considers himself incredibly lucky to be living in one of the best cities on earth. When he is not working, you can find him refereeing AYSO soccer, playing strategy games with friends, or relaxing with his two dachshunds.
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Areas of expertise
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Acute gastrointestinal bleeding
Acute hemorrhoids
Acid reflux
Chronic Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Gastroenteritis
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Acute gastrointestinal bleeding
Acute hemorrhoids
Acid reflux
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Education and background
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Education and training
- Medical School - Tulane University School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine
- Stanford University (Bachelor's)
- Harbor-UCLA, Residency in Internal Medicine
- Loma Linda University, Fellowship in Gastroenterology
Professional memberships
- American College of Gastroenterology
- American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
- California Medical Association
Awards and publications
- Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Languages spoken
- English
- Spanish
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1730296542
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What practice does Dr. Brent Kovacs work with?
Dr. Brent Kovacs works with UNIO Specialty Care.
Where is Dr. Brent Kovacs's office located?
Dr. Brent Kovacs has 2 office locations, including in Solvang and Santa Barbara, view full addresses on Dr. Kovacs's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Brent Kovacs?
Dr. Brent Kovacs frequently sees patients for Abdominal Pain, Colonoscopy, Gastroenterology Consultation, Hemorrhoids, and Illness. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Brent Kovacs on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Brent Kovacs speak?
Dr. Brent Kovacs speaks English and Spanish.