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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Outstanding! Listened to what I was saying and asked me questions. He had already looked at my records from a previous Dr so he knew why I had come to see him. 5 stars aren’t enough for him
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
Listens well and has a caring personality.
(2 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
Very professional, knowledgeable and on time.
(1 month ago)
Oct-2025
Dr. Kovaks spent time with me getting my medical history and listening to my concerns. He was able to spend the time I needed to listen and did not rush the consultation. I appreciated the fact that his staff had me in for my procedure the following Monday and his partner Dr. Salvo did a great job during the procedure. Very positive experience and I am glad they are my gastro Team.
(1 month ago)
Oct-2025
Dr. Kovacs is such a nice guy and extremely informative. I feel totally comfortable knowing he will be doing my procedure.
(1 month ago)
Oct-2025
Scale of 1-10 he gets 20
(1 month ago)
Oct-2025
Dr.Kovac is great at diagnosis and treatment He has compassion and kindness. I am grateful to be his patient.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Spent a generous amount of time explaining everything. I really appreciate that. He was flexible with the choices needed to be made. He was concerned that I understand all the options and carried through on all the changes very quickly. He is to be commended.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Dr Kovacs is always a pleasure as well as professional.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Awesome doc. Easy to talk to and easy to understand.
(1 month ago)
Sep-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.
Outstanding! Listened to what I was saying and asked me questions. He had already looked at my records from a previous Dr so he knew why I had come to see him. 5 stars aren’t enough for him
Listens well and has a caring personality.
Very professional, knowledgeable and on time.
Dr. Kovaks spent time with me getting my medical history and listening to my concerns. He was able to spend the time I needed to listen and did not rush the consultation. I appreciated the fact that his staff had me in for my procedure the following Monday and his partner Dr. Salvo did a great job during the procedure. Very positive experience and I am glad they are my gastro Team.
Dr. Kovacs is such a nice guy and extremely informative. I feel totally comfortable knowing he will be doing my procedure.
Scale of 1-10 he gets 20
Dr.Kovac is great at diagnosis and treatment He has compassion and kindness. I am grateful to be his patient.
Spent a generous amount of time explaining everything. I really appreciate that. He was flexible with the choices needed to be made. He was concerned that I understand all the options and carried through on all the changes very quickly. He is to be commended.
Dr Kovacs is always a pleasure as well as professional.
Awesome doc. Easy to talk to and easy to understand.