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  4. Dr. John McCaffery, MD

Dr. John McCaffery, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat•Male•Age 58

Ear, Nose, and Throat

Dr. John McCaffery, MD is an Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat) Specialist in Santa Barbara, CA and has over 33 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in 1990. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital and Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. His office accepts new patients.

Dr. John McCaffery, MD

ENT Associates of Santa Barbara

5333 Hollister Ave Ste 231 Santa Barbara, CA 93111
Accepting new patients
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No disciplinary actions found for the years we collect data
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Dr. McCaffery's Top Procedures and Conditions

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Earwax Buildup
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Treatment Frequency

Dr. McCaffery treats Earwax Buildup more than 100% of his peers

Dr. McCaffery treats this condition more than 100% of his peers

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Otitis Media
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very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. McCaffery treats Otitis Media more than 100% of his peers

Dr. McCaffery treats this condition more than 100% of his peers

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Vertigo
very high
very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. McCaffery treats Vertigo more than 100% of his peers

Dr. McCaffery treats this condition more than 100% of his peers

Rating Includes other areas of care:

  • Benign Paroxyzmal Vertigo of Childhood
  • Benign Positional Vertigo
  • Central Vestibular Vertigo
  • Migrainous Vertigo
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Dr. McCaffery's conditions and procedures:

  • Acoustic Neuroma
  • Acute Laryngitis
  • Acute Sinusitis
  • Adenoiditis
  • All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
  • Allergic Rhinitis
  • Anosmia
  • Bell's Palsy
  • Bone Cancer
  • Breathing-Related Sleep Disorders
  • Broken Nose
  • Cholesteatoma
  • Chronic Adenoid Infection
  • Chronic Laryngitis
  • Chronic Sinusitis
  • Chronic Tonsillitis
  • Common Cold
  • Conductive Hearing Loss
  • Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)
  • Cough
  • Deafness
  • Deviated Septum
  • Dizziness
  • Down Syndrome
  • Dysphagia
  • Ear Ache
  • Ear Infection
  • Earwax Buildup
  • Enlarged Turbinates
  • ENT Cancer
  • Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
  • Evaluation and Treatment of Sleep Disorders
  • Facial Fracture
  • Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES)
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Head and Neck Cancer
  • Head or Neck Lump or Swelling
  • Headache
  • Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia)
  • Hyperacusis
  • Labyrinthitis
  • Laryngeal Cancer
  • Laryngitis
  • Leukoplakia
  • Loss of Smell and-or Taste
  • Loss of Taste
  • Malignant Otitis Externa
  • Maxillary and Malar Fractures
  • Meniere's Disease
  • Nasal Polyp
  • Nose Cancer
  • Nose Disorders
  • Nosebleed
  • Oral Cancer
  • Orbital Fracture
  • Osteosarcoma
  • Otitis Media
  • Otosclerosis
  • Outer Ear Infection
  • Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
  • Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
  • Perforated Eardrum
  • Pharyngitis
  • Postnasal Drip
  • Professional Voice Disorders
  • Salivary Gland Cancer
  • Salivary Gland Cyst
  • Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
  • Sinusitis
  • Sleep Apnea
  • Soft Tissue Sarcoma
  • Surgical Procedures
  • Throat Cancer (Nasopharyngeal)
  • Throat Disorders
  • Throat Pain
  • Thyroid Cancer
  • Tinnitus
  • Tongue Cancer
  • Tonsil Cancer
  • Tonsillitis
  • Trigeminal Neuralgia
  • Vertigo
  • Vocal Cord Nodule
  • Vocal Cord Paralysis
  • Vocal Cord Polyp
  • Voice Disorders
  • Wheezing

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Dr. McCaffery accepts the following insurance:

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Choice Plus POS II
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UC Resident and Fellows-CA PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Blue Cross Blue Shield of California
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Dr. McCaffery's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. McCaffery

3.7

Based on 50 ratings

5 Star
64%
64%
4 Star
2%
2%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
6%
6%
1 Star
28%
28%
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Rude staff
Called about my mom who is patient having recurring nose bleeds and is on blood thinner. Was offered appointment a month away, no suggestions or even empathy. Receptionist was very rude.
What went well
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Office environment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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Nov 24, 2022
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I don’t know much about the doctor as he worked on a family member. HOWEVER, I called to follow up on a simple request and I can you tell you ONE of his female staff members name Elda is extremely rude and unwilling to help with a sever attitude problem. she chose the wrong line of business and should work somewhere else . if you want to have a good experience with staff, don’t go here.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Office environment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Aug 18, 2022
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Proficient, knowledgeable, and compassionate
Dr. McCaffery is an excellent surgeon and also a very caring, considerate, and thoughtful doctor. I value his treatments and his advice. I have been seeing Dr. McCaffery for over ten years now. He took excellent care of my husband when my husband was living with ALS. He is my doctor as well, and I feel very confident that I am getting the best care with my issues from him. With my recommendation, my 91 year old mother also has been seeing him, and she appreciates the respect and care he gives her, despite her age.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Fran Finney – Aug 08, 2022
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Rest assured of professionalism
Dr. McCaffery - one can feel confident of his expertise. He is personable, attentive, and inspires a feeling that he cares about providing excellent medical advice. Even though the office is a further drive than most of my medical appointments, I have continued with Dr. McCaffery because of the professionalism experienced at his office.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Miltiades Greg – Aug 04, 2022
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You mean him? Never!
An ENT surgeon who cannot wear his mask appropriately? Hmm just how good a surgeon is he? Says to a man in a wheelchair dependent on transit, just walk across the block to get your X-ray… dude digitalxrays available everywhere, they could also be done at any cottage urgent care! Finally wonder if mask thing was a bad day? His staff all barely wore their own. He might be good if you can get past his hubris and lack of concern.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Office environment
  • Long wait times
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
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Apr 14, 2022
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I am sorry to report that I had a terrible visit with Dr. McCaffery. I was on time for my appointment and by the time I was brought back to see Dr. McCaffery, five other people were waiting for him. That communicated to me that he was scheduling patients back to back and most likely he would be rushing me. And so he did. No less than 2 times he said out loud "I already told you that." I was shocked. I asked him to please not talk to me that way and he responded "But I've already told you several times". If he has to communicate his message 10 times before the client understand then so be it. He finished by saying "this isn't going to work out" and gave me the deductible I already paid back. Also, he had recent surgery on his eye and at the end of our conversation he was standing about 3 feet away from me and took off his mask entirely to wipe his face. Yes, I was angry when I left but also sad that he wouldn't know better not to talk to people this way.
4 people found this helpful
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Alisa Bondurant – Feb 19, 2022
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I highly recommend this practice to anyone with ent issues. Dr McCaffrey is an excellent physician.
What went well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Oct 21, 2021
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Dr. McCaffery did my ear surgery. The appointments leading up to exam were concise and informative. Following the surgery there were no complications and the information provided by the doctor answered all my questions that did arise. The follow up appointments were brief and to the point. Great experience with zero complaints.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Wait times
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 19, 2021
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I went to Dr. McCaffrey to treat my case of Surfers ear. He was very considerate and and straight forward to work with. I am very pleased with the result and the entire process. His staff is excellent and it is clear that they all know their jobs and very good at what they do. I never found my self waiting or left for an unreasonable time.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Joe Weiland – Oct 01, 2020
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I see Dr. McCaffery on a regular basis for a chronic condition. His office team is always pleasant, supportive and helpful and he spends time answering my questions.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Tom Pickett, Santa Barbara, CA – Sep 26, 2020
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I’ve always had excellent advice and service.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Barbara Urbonas – Jun 04, 2020
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Chronic sinusitis
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 17, 2020
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I've had several appointments with Dr. McCaffery, and my impression of him is entirely negative. His communication skills aren't poor; they're essentially non-existent. I suspect he is high functioning on the autism spectrum, but this does not give him a pass for not speaking clearly to patients. After my most recent visit I was so frustrated that I vowed to never seek medical help from him again.
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Feb 01, 2020
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Dr McCaffery corrected my "surfers ear" and it was the best possible outcome in all ways. Not only was there no pain in my ear after the surgery, which was very surprising considering the procedure, but I healed in exactly 4 weeks and was back in the water. Nothing but the highest marks!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Eli from SB – Aug 29, 2019
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Dr. McCaffery is the best surgeon/physician I have ever experienced. I had a very complicated and risky nasal surgery and he was the only one who was willing to take it on. He is the best at what he does and it went perfectly. He also took the extra time in the surgery to make sure that everything would turn out okay. His communication style is also exceptional--warm, friendly, got to know me as a person, followed up several times by calling me at home to see how I was doing, etc. The best.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Tamara A in Santa Barbara, CA – Dec 20, 2016
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Great staff and office. Dr. McCaffery is nice and very gentle, besides being an excellent doctor and thorough.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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RK in Santa Barbara, CA – Jun 30, 2016
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Very Expensive!!! Watch out for hidden charges!!! A 10 min visit can cost up to $300+ after insurance. Dr. McCaffery and physicians very skilled and helpfull. Front desk should do a better job informing patients of potential charges when in Dr. Office.
What went well
  • Wait times
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Office environment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
9 people found this helpful
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Nancy – Jun 23, 2016
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Biography

Dr. John McCaffery, MD is an Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat) Specialist in Santa Barbara, CA and has over 33 years of experience in the medical field....Read more

Specialties

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat
  • Audiology
  • Laryngology
  • Otolaryngic Allergy
  • Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
  • Otology
  • Pediatric Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat)
  • Rhinology
  • Sinus Surgery
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Board Certifications

  • Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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Education

1996
University of Minnesota / Twin Cities Campus
Residency Hospital
1992
University Of Minnesota
Internship Hospital
1990
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
Medical School
1986
Washington & Lee University
Undergraduate School

Languages

  • English
  • Spanish

Awards

  • Healthgrades Honor Roll
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best way to schedule an appointment with Dr. John McCaffery, MD?

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Does Dr. John McCaffery, MD accept any insurance plans?

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Does Dr. John McCaffery, MD accept new patients?

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. John McCaffery, MD on Healthgrades. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. McCaffery's profile.

What conditions does Dr. John McCaffery, MD treat?

Dr. McCaffery frequently treats the following conditions: Earwax Buildup, Otitis Media, and Vertigo. See more on Healthgrades.

What is Dr. John McCaffery, MD's office address?

Dr. McCaffery's office is located at 5333 Hollister Ave Ste 231, Santa Barbara, CA 93111. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

What languages is Dr. John McCaffery, MD fluent in?

Dr. McCaffery is able to speak Spanish and English. View profile to see all.

Is Dr. John McCaffery, MD affiliated with any hospitals?

Dr. John McCaffery, MD is affiliated with Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital and Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital.

Is Dr. John McCaffery, MD a board-certified professional?

Yes, Dr. John McCaffery, MD holds board certifications in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.

How much experience does Dr. John McCaffery, MD have?

Dr. McCaffery has over 32 years of healthcare experience.

Does Dr. John McCaffery, MD receive good ratings from patients?

There is a star rating of 3.7/5 for Dr. John McCaffery, MD. Patients say that they trusted the provider's decisions and the provider explained conditions well. See all patient feedback on Healthgrades.

Locations

ENT Associates of Santa Barbara

John D Mccaffery M.d. Inc.5333 Hollister Ave Ste 231 Santa Barbara, CA 93111
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Practice

Cottage Outpatient Surgery Center2403 Castillo St Santa Barbara, CA 93105
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Santa Barbara Surgical Center

Santa Barbara Surgery Center Lp3045 De La Vina St Santa Barbara, CA 93105
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Affiliated Hospitals

Dr. McCaffery is affiliated with the following hospitals. Select a hospital below to learn more.

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Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital

Santa Barbara, CA

88% Patients that would definitely recommend, 18% higher than the national average

5 Awards Received

Award Highlight: Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2022)

Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital

Santa Barbara, CA

85% Patients that would definitely recommend, 15% higher than the national average

7 Awards Received

Award Highlight: Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)

Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital

Solvang, CA