Dr. Steven B. Hollstien
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Orthopedic Surgical Medical
5333 Hollister Ave
Santa Barbara, CA, United States
93101
5333 Hollister Ave
Santa Barbara, CA, United States
93101
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Dr. Steven B. Hollstien's Credentials
Languages
- Spanish
Education
- University Of California, Davis School Of Medicine (Grad. 1991)
As a surgical RN for over 25 years, with years of ICU and ED work also, I met Dr. Hollstien when I accompanied a dear, wonderful 92 y/o friend of mine, who had broken her elbow, to her appointment. Having worked in OR's throughout the country, I can tell pretty quickly what kind of surgeon someone is in a short period of time. Dr. H was so kind, straight forward, and professional with her, I was literally "blown away." He addressed the patient at all times, but would look at her son and I when appropriate. Her fracture was terrible and she was unable to have surgery due to other health conditions. My friend claimed to have no pain when Dr. H. palpated the area around her elbow! He explained what he could do for her and was never condescending, as some doctors were who treated her. I vowed to myself when I left that office, that I would return to him when I needed an orthpaedic surgeon. About a year later I did return, and asking him to take an oath to take me as a patient, even though I'm a somewhat non-compliant patient at times and a typical nurse patient (only patients worse than nurses are doctors)! He replied he could handle that. I've since had to visit him four more times. Each time I was treated with dignity, respect, and ultimate professionalism. Plus, I had to have to steroid shots, one time in my elbow and another in my hip. There was NO PAIN with either shot!! Dr. H. uses buffered Lidocaine, which was recommended by the Pain Commission over 15 years ago, but often not used by many doctors. Dr. Hollstien has my highest respect and is a doctor of integrity as well. Highly recommend him!! All staff are terrific too. Nancy J. Sowers, RN, MBA
Submitted July 9, 2018