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Dr. Laurel Bliss, MD

Internal Medicine*
3.5 (21)
Map Pin Small Santa Barbara, CA
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22 years of experience

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Overview of Dr. Laurel Bliss, MD

Dr. Laurel Bliss, MD is an Internal Medicine Specialist in Santa Barbara, CA. They specialize in Internal Medicine, has 22 years of experience, and is board certified in Internal Medicine. They graduated from Tulane University of Louisiana and is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital and Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Bliss an average 3.5 star rating.

Dr. Bliss works at Practice in Santa Barbara, CA. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Bliss' Office Locations

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    Sansum Clinic
    317 W Pueblo St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (805) 681-7500

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  • Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
  • Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital

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    3.5
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    Based on 21 ratings
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    Specialties*
    • Internal Medicine

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    Years of Experience
    • 22 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Spanish
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    NPI Number
    • 1154368868
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • Tulane University of Louisiana
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Internal Medicine
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