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Dr. Matthew Pifer, MD

Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery*
4.9 (42)
Map Pin Small Santa Barbara, CA
Accepting new patients
16 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Matthew Pifer, MD

Dr. Matthew Pifer, MD is an Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery Specialist in Santa Barbara, CA. They specialize in Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery, has 16 years of experience, and is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery. They graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital and Lompoc Valley Medical Center. Dr. Pifer, completed a residency at Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine. Patients rated Dr. Pifer an average 4.9 star rating.

Dr. Pifer works at Practice in Santa Barbara, CA. They frequently treat conditions like Glenoid Labrum Tear, Rotator Cuff Tendinosis and Osteoarthritis of Shoulder along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Pifer's Office Locations

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    Office
    5333 Hollister Ave Ste 150, Santa Barbara, CA 93111 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (805) 967-9311
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

Admitting hospitals are where the provider is credentialed to see patients, perform procedures, and send patients for continuous care.

  • Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
  • Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital
  • Lompoc Valley Medical Center

Experience & Treatment Frequency

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Glenoid Labrum Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder

Treatment frequency



Many providers have expertise treating multiple conditions or procedures. FindCare uses a variety of data sources to determine which conditions or procedures a provider treats and their level of experience.
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Joint Pain
Rotator Cuff Tear
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Broken Arm
Meniscus Tear
Miner's Knee
Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection (PRP)
Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
Shoulder Replacement
Steroid Injection
AC Joint Injury
Achilles Tendinitis
Achilles Tendon Injuries
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Injury
Ankle Instability
Ankle Laxity
Ankle Ligament Rupture
Ankle Sprain
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Antalgic Gait
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injuries
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Arthritis
Arthritis of the Ankle
Arthritis of the Elbow
Arthritis of the Finger
Arthritis of the Foot
Arthritis of the Hand
Arthritis of the Midfoot
Arthritis of the Shoulder
Arthritis of the Spine
Arthritis of the Wrist
Avulsion Fracture
Bicep Injuries
Bicep Muscle Strain
Biceps Tendinitis
Bone Disorders
Brachial Neuritis
Broken Neck
Broken Shoulder Blade
Bursitis
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Carpal Fractures
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cartilage Damage
Cartilage Degeneration
Cartilage Disorders
Cartilage Tear
Chronic Joint Pain
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Colles' Fracture
Complex Fractures
Complex Long-Bone Fracture
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Compound Fracture
Compression Fracture
De Quervain's Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Distal Radius Fracture
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Fracture
Elbow Injuries
Enthesopathy
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Extra-Articular Fracture
Extremity Malunions
Femur Fracture
Foot Conditions
Foot Fracture
Foot Sprain
Fracture
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Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Fractured Lower Leg
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Golfer's Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis)
Hand Conditions
Hand Fracture
Hand Neuropathy
Hip Arthritis
Hip Bursitis
Hip Fracture
Hip Sprain
Humerus Fracture
Inflammatory Pelvic Pain
Insufficiency Fracture
Internal Derangement of Knee
Intra-Articular Fracture
Joint Fracture
Knee Arthritis
Knee Dislocation
Knee Disorders
Knee Fracture
Knee Injuries
Knee Ligament Injuries
Knee Ligament Rupture
Knee Pain
Knee Sprain
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Malunion of Fracture
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprains and Tears
Medial Epicondylitis
Meniscus Injuries
Metatarsal Fracture
Motor Neuropathy
Neck Muscle Strain
Neuritis
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Neuritis With Brachial Predilection
Neuropathy
Neuropathy, Motor and Sensory
Non-Inflammatory Pelvic Pain
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osgood Schlatter Disease
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Finger Joint
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteopenia
Patellar Fracture
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pathologic Fracture
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pediatric Ankle Fractures
Pediatric Fractures
Pelvic Fracture
Pelvic Pain
Peripheral Autonomic Neuropathy
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Plantar Fasciitis
Post-Traumatic Arthritis
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Injuries
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Pyogenic Arthritis
Radiculitis
Radiculopathy
Rib Fracture
Rotator Cuff Injuries
Runner's Knee
Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Ruptured Tendon
Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction
Sacroiliac Pain Syndrome
Scapular Fracture
Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Scoliosis
Shoulder Diseases
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Injuries
Shoulder Instability
Shoulder Labral Tear
Shoulder Muscle Strain
Shoulder Osteophyte
Shoulder Pain
Shoulder Sprain
Shoulder Tendinitis
Simple Fractures
Spine Disorders
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylarthritis
Spondylitis
Sports Injuries of the Knee
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Sternum Fracture
Strain of Muscle and-or Tendon of Forearm
Stress Fracture
Subacromial Bursitis
Tendon Disorders
Tendon Injuries
Tendonitis
Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)
Tenosynovitis
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibia Fracture
Torn Cartilage
Trigger Finger
Trochanteric Bursitis
Ulnar Neuritis
Ulnar Neuropathy
Upper Extremity Fracture
Wear and Tear Arthritis
Wrist Fracture
Wrist Sprain or Strain
ACL Surgery
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Arm Surgery
Arthroscopic Joint Reconstruction
Arthroscopic Shoulder Reconstruction
Arthroscopic Shoulder Repair
Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Fracture Care
Glenoid Labrum Repair
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hip Dislocation
Hip Replacement
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Surgery
McMurray's Test
Minimally Invasive Rotator Cuff Repair
Peripheral Nerve Block
Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement
Rotator Cuff and Labral Repair
Sacroiliac Joint Fusion
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Shoulder Reconstruction
Shoulder Replacement Revision
Shoulder Resurfacing
Shoulder Stabilizations
Shoulder Surgery
Total Shoulder Replacement
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    About Dr. Matthew Pifer, MD

    Specialties*
    • Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 16 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1336302231
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Kasier Permanente Medical Center
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Orthopedic Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Matthew Pifer, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Pifer is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Pifer has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Pifer has seen patients for Glenoid Labrum Tear, Rotator Cuff Tendinosis and Osteoarthritis of Shoulder, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Pifer on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    42 patients have reviewed Dr. Pifer. The overall rating for this provider is 4.9. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Pifer.

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