Expert Gastroenterology Services in Santa Barbara – Accepting New Patients
At Unio Specialty Care – Gastroenterology Santa Barbara, our board-certified GI specialists provide comprehensive digestive and liver care at our conveniently located Castillo Street office. We welcome new patients and accept most major insurance plans.
Whether you’re due for a colon cancer screening, facing chronic GI symptoms, or needing liver health evaluation, our experienced team delivers personalized diagnostic and treatment options tailored to your needs.
- Colonoscopy & colorectal cancer screening
- Upper endoscopy (EGD)
- Flexible sigmoidoscopy & capsule endoscopy
- ERCP & endoscopic ultrasound (EUS)
- Liver evaluation & FibroScan testing
- Hemorrhoid banding therapy
- SIBO breath testing & nutrition counseling
Serving patients from:
- Santa Barbara
- Montecito
- Goleta
- Summerland
- Carpinteria
- Mission Canyon
- Hope Ranch
- Isla Vista
- Toro Canyon
- Riviera
- Solvang
- Buellton
- Los Olivos
- Ballard
- Buellton
- Gaviota
- Los Alamos
- Vandenberg Village
- Lompoc
- Ojai
- and the greater Santa Ynez Valley.
GI conditions we treat at our Santa Barbara GI Clinic
We treat a full spectrum of gastrointestinal and liver issues—including GERD, IBS, IBD, liver disease, gallbladder disorders, and hemorrhoids—and offer colonoscopy screenings.
We are accepting new patients for colon cancer screening
Our Santa Barbara GI team welcomes new patients for colon cancer screenings, including routine colonoscopy and follow-up for high-risk patients aged 45 and older.
What to expect during your first gastroenterology appointment
At your first visit, our specialists will review your medical history and symptoms, then develop a personalized diagnostic or treatment plan, which may include procedures such as a colonoscopy or EGD.
What is a colonoscopy and how to prepare
A colonoscopy is an effective procedure to detect colon polyps or cancer. Before the exam, you’ll receive detailed prep instructions, dietary guidance, and sedation options. Learn more about colonoscopy.
Conditions We Treat at the Santa Barbara GI Clinic
Our specialists diagnose and treat:
- Acid reflux (GERD)
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (Crohn’s & ulcerative colitis)
- Constipation & diarrhea
- Colon polyps & colorectal cancer
- Celiac disease
- Liver disease & hepatitis
- Gallbladder & pancreatic disorders
- Hemorrhoids & anal fissures
GI Services Offered at Our Santa Barbara Office
We provide:
- Colonoscopy in Santa Barbara
- Flexible sigmoidoscopy
- Upper endoscopy (EGD)
- Capsule endoscopy
- Liver function testing & FibroScan
- Hemorrhoid banding therapy
- SIBO breath testing
- ERCP & EUS
- Nutrition counseling
Getting Here: Directions to Our Santa Barbara GI Clinic
Address:
2403 Castillo St., Suite 201, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
From Downtown Santa Barbara
Head north on Castillo St from State St; our office is on the right.From Montecito
Take Hot Springs Rd to Castillo St and head north — office on the right-hand side.From Goleta
Use US-101 to exit Castillo; head south. We’ll be on the left as you enter Santa Barbara city limits.By Public Transit
MTD Route 11 and 24 stop nearby at Castillo & Ortega. It’s a short walk to the office.Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a referral to see a GI doctor in Santa Barbara?
It depends on your plan; referrals are sometimes required. Our team will verify your coverage when scheduling your appointment.What conditions does this clinic treat?
We treat GERD, IBS, IBD, liver disease, gallbladder issues, colon polyps, hemorrhoids, and more—all under one roof.What insurances do you accept?
We accept most PPOs, Medicare, and many HMOs. Please call to confirm your insurance plan is in-network.Do I need to fast before my first appointment?
No—fasting is only required for scheduled procedures like colonoscopy or endoscopy, not for initial consults.Will I have tests done at my first visit?
Your first visit is a consultation. If needed, tests or procedures will be scheduled afterward.Do you offer colon cancer screening here?
Yes—our Santa Barbara clinic offers colonoscopy and other colorectal screening services, recommended starting at age 45 or based on risk.Doctors at Unio Specialty Care – Gastroenterology, an affiliate of Unio Health Partners, in the Santa Barbara office have hospital or surgery center affiliations with:
- Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
- Santa Barbara Endoscopy Center
- Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital
