Dr. Brent Kovacs, M.D., 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.
Dr. Brent Kovacs, M.D., 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.
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Easy to relate to
(4 days ago)
Sep-2026
Always terrific attention and great experience with his practice. I’ve been his patient for over 20 years, following serious issues with great expertise.
(6 days ago)
Sep-2026
Great doctor!! Lucky to have him!
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Always feel listened to. Very good at explaining things.
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Paid attention. Seems reasonable.
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Dr. Kovacs was excellent. The procedure went well. He was very kind and attentive and answered all my questions.
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Excellent
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Excellent … so kind and truthful…
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Good doctor. Patient about explaining diagnosis and prescription.
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Have had many colonoscopies with him. Always professional, kind, and staff as well!
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
GI-Santa Barbara
2403 Castillo St Suite 201 Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Dr. Brent Kovacs, M.D., 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.
Easy to relate to
Always terrific attention and great experience with his practice. I’ve been his patient for over 20 years, following serious issues with great expertise.
Great doctor!! Lucky to have him!
Always feel listened to. Very good at explaining things.
Paid attention. Seems reasonable.
Dr. Kovacs was excellent. The procedure went well. He was very kind and attentive and answered all my questions.
Excellent
Excellent … so kind and truthful…
Good doctor. Patient about explaining diagnosis and prescription.
Have had many colonoscopies with him. Always professional, kind, and staff as well!