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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Always easy to talk to. He genuinely cares.
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
I'm so happy to have been referred to Dr. Kovacs. He is super personable and instantly put me at ease. His communication style is relaxed, he listens well, and explains things really clearly.
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
Very attentive, compassionate and thorough. I feel very fortunate to have such an intelligent and understanding physician involved in my care.
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
So easy to talk to, and so competent.
(2 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Dr Kovacs does a great job . Also the office staff Lisa was very helpful
(2 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Friendly, answered my questions and gave helpful suggestions.
(2 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
Dr kovacs was very informative and friendly.
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Knowledgeable and kind. Grateful to have him as my doctor.
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Been my doctor for 25 years. Has seen me through colon cancer and various GI issues. Simply put he is the BEST!
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Great Listener. Feel confident I'm in the best of hands. Grateful for the care & expertise.
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
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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.
Always easy to talk to. He genuinely cares.
I'm so happy to have been referred to Dr. Kovacs. He is super personable and instantly put me at ease. His communication style is relaxed, he listens well, and explains things really clearly.
Very attentive, compassionate and thorough. I feel very fortunate to have such an intelligent and understanding physician involved in my care.
So easy to talk to, and so competent.
Dr Kovacs does a great job . Also the office staff Lisa was very helpful
Friendly, answered my questions and gave helpful suggestions.
Dr kovacs was very informative and friendly.
Knowledgeable and kind. Grateful to have him as my doctor.
Been my doctor for 25 years. Has seen me through colon cancer and various GI issues. Simply put he is the BEST!
Great Listener. Feel confident I'm in the best of hands. Grateful for the care & expertise.