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Frederic C. Kass, MD

Hematology Oncology

Average rating: 5.0

| 164 ratings | 96 reviews

Star ratings are displayed only for those physicians who participate in UCLA Health’s patient experience survey program and have received a minimum of 30 survey responses.

Santa Barbara Cancer Care |

111 East Victoria Street, Suite 300, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 US

805-563-0041

What insurance is accepted?

Locations

Insurance

Reviews

Languages

English

Education

Medical Board Certification

Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine, 1987

Fellowship

Medical Oncology, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, 1990

Residency

Internal Medicine, Yale University School of Medicine, 1987

Degree

MD, Tufts University School of Medicine, 1984

Locations

Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Cancer Care

Medical Oncology| Hematology| Cancer Genetics +5 more specialties

111 East Victoria Street, Suite 300
Santa Barbara, CA 93101 US

805-563-0041

Fax:805-563-0051

Location Details

Hospital Affiliations

Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

757 Westwood Plaza
Los Angeles, CA 90095 US

Insurance

Aetna
Anthem Blue Cross
Blue Shield of California
Centivo
Cigna
First Health
Health Net of California
Interplan (part of HealthSmart)
Medicare Advantage
MultiPlan
UFCM Health System
Prime Health Services
Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
TRICARE
UnitedHealthcare

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Reviews

Overall Rating:

5.0

Star ratings are displayed only for those physicians who participate in UCLA Health’s patient experience survey program and have received a minimum of 30 survey responses.

164 total ratings | 96 reviews

5.0

August 30, 2025

There is no one in the world like Dr. Fred Kass. He has been watching over me for 15 years. It is because of him that I am alive today and his loving care and empathy for each and everyone of his patients.

5.0

August 28, 2025

It’s always GREAT

5.0

August 25, 2025

Dr Kass is the best.

5.0

August 20, 2025

Kind, caring, expert. The best doctor I have ever had.

5.0

August 18, 2025

Dr Kass is great as usual

5.0

August 11, 2025

Always good!

5.0

August 6, 2025

Dr. Kass was great, as usual. I feel very fortunate to have him as my Dictor.

5.0

August 5, 2025

Professional, skilled, caring

5.0

August 4, 2025

He's incredible, caring, compassionate, supportive, and collaboratively reviews results and plans for continued healing.

5.0

July 29, 2025

Answered all of my questions

5.0

July 28, 2025

Incredibly knowledgeable. Kind. Compassionate. Gave excellent information and told me what to expect going forward.

5.0

July 26, 2025

It was my last visit with Dr Kass and I have to say I will miss him! Such a gentle informative doctor, always makes me feel well. Thank you Dr Kass for all your care during my bouts with two cancers.

5.0

July 25, 2025

Dr Kass is the BEST! Love him! He is so kind and listens so well.

5.0

July 15, 2025

Glad to see Dr Kass back.

5.0

May 31, 2025

Dr. Kass is so very personable, responsive to my medical needs, compassionate, and knowledgeable. He is just the right oncologist to help me with my breast cancer.

5.0

May 30, 2025

He gives excellent advice

5.0

May 30, 2025

Dr. Kass is always concerned about me and how I am feeling. Also his technique for doing bone marrow tests is impeccable. I felt know discomfort during or after.

5.0

May 29, 2025

He's wonderful, caring, kind, and has created and coordinated a successful healing plan for me. It's with great relief at every visit to be in his compassionate presence and to get reports of continued progress with healthy healing.

5.0

May 27, 2025

On time, efficient, friendly

5.0

May 27, 2025

Very informative and detailed explanations for the treatment plan we have to put together

5.0

May 24, 2025

Caring, warm,

5.0

May 23, 2025

He’s very involved

5.0

May 22, 2025

Compassionate, knowledgeable, thorough, respectful.

5.0

May 19, 2025

Dr Kass is a valuable source of knowledge and comfort. We are ultimately walking each other back home.

5.0

May 19, 2025

Always good!

5.0

May 15, 2025

Dr Kass is always attentive and concerned about me. He encouraged me to be in contact more when I am not feeling well. This is very assuring since I don't like to bother folks with my problems

5.0

May 13, 2025

Dr Kass is the most caring and compassionate physician ever. As his patient, I feel like I am getting the best care possible.

5.0

May 13, 2025

Dr. Kass, Is a wonderful Doctor and he continually encourages me to improve my health. I feel very fortunate to have him as my Doctor.

5.0

May 12, 2025

Very personable and easy to relate to

5.0

May 10, 2025

entire experience was great

5.0

May 9, 2025

Very empathetic

5.0

May 6, 2025

I’m sure every superlative has been used to describe Dr. Kass. As I get to know him it’s difficult to imagine going through the trauma of my breast cancer diagnosis, decisions and treatment with any other oncologist. Exceptionally compassionate, gifted listener, expert communicator and immensely experienced. I’m so fortunate to have Dr. Kass as my oncologist.

5.0

May 6, 2025

Always a pleasure to meet Dr Kass!

5.0

May 6, 2025

Made me feel comfortable. And told me everything I needed to hear . And the next steps .

5.0

May 6, 2025

Always great to see Dr. Kass. Not only is a very skilled doctor, but he is a wonderful caring person.

5.0

May 2, 2025

Helpful!

5.0

May 2, 2025

Dr. Kass is always helpful and positive. He makes me feel like we have everything under control when I think I don’t. That is very uplifting and helpful.

5.0

April 29, 2025

Dr. Kass has so much experienced and I never doubt he has my best interest at heart.

5.0

April 29, 2025

He is wonderful

4.0

April 28, 2025

Always good and very helpful!

5.0

April 25, 2025

Always informative and kind.

5.0

April 25, 2025

Professional, skilled,

5.0

April 24, 2025

He’s wonderfully caring, develops great healing strategies, explains things beautifully, and has a reassuring positive manner.

5.0

April 22, 2025

Amazing as always.

5.0

April 18, 2025

Fine.

5.0

April 17, 2025

Honest, straightforward doctor

5.0

April 17, 2025

Always a pleasure meeting with Dr Kass. He listens and updates me answering all my questions

5.0

April 14, 2025

Kass is wonderful doctor, caring and scientific.

5.0

April 14, 2025

Dr. Kass is the kindest, most empathetic doctor I’ve ever met. So grateful for his care.

5.0

April 10, 2025

Dr Kass is thorough, kind and encouraging. He listens to my concerns and addresses them.

5.0

April 8, 2025

He always gives me a present update and also what is your come in my plan. He answers all my questions patiently and with encouragement! I adore Dr Kass!

5.0

April 7, 2025

Always good!

5.0

March 21, 2025

We talked about my labs and status. He’s always excellent at what he does.

5.0

March 21, 2025

Dr Kass cares. That’s what you need and want from your caregiver.

5.0

March 20, 2025

Dr. Kass is terrific

5.0

March 17, 2025

The best!

5.0

March 13, 2025

A+

5.0

March 11, 2025

Dr. Kass is so knowledgeable and personable. It’s a pleasure to have him as my doctor. I feel very confident in his abilities.

5.0

March 7, 2025

I feel blessed to have Dr Kass lead my treatment plan. The office personnel were also amazing! Thank you!

5.0

March 6, 2025

Dr. Kass listens carefully and advises me on my concerns. He is kind, knowledgeable and caring. I feel heard by him.

5.0

March 4, 2025

Dr. Kass always takes his time to talk with me and my wife

5.0

February 28, 2025

Dr Kass gave me a clean bill of health. We talked next steps. Always good to meet with him and get good news.

5.0

February 21, 2025

Always a positive experience when I’m with Dr Kass.

5.0

February 4, 2025

All good

5.0

February 3, 2025

Dr. Kass always great to talk to.

5.0

January 31, 2025

Dr. Kass addressed my concerns and I felt heard and well cared for.

5.0

January 31, 2025

It was a short but useful meeting.

5.0

January 27, 2025

Dr Kass is the best!. He listens, explains things well, has my best interest at heart, recommends me for PT and I literally trust him with my life.

5.0

January 25, 2025

Dr. Kass is wonderful, encouraging, positive, compassionate, and a great manager of what and when to prescribe for best healing.

5.0

January 24, 2025

The doctor explained the situation to me in a way that was very clear and understandable. I had a couple of questions which you answered to my satisfaction.

5.0

January 23, 2025

Professional, skilled

5.0

January 20, 2025

Dr Kass is very knowledgeable and explains everything very well. i feel very comfortable with his care.

5.0

January 17, 2025

Awesome infusion nurse team! Kind, attentive and professional.

5.0

January 13, 2025

He’s supportive, kind and knowledgeable

5.0

January 13, 2025

Always good!

5.0

January 6, 2025

Always gives complete information on what’s next.

5.0

January 3, 2025

Dr. Kass was phenom, as always, addressing the updates I told him about how I’m feeling.

4.0

December 31, 2024

Informativr pleasat

5.0

December 20, 2024

Smart , friendly reassuring and very likable . Five stars !

5.0

December 19, 2024

Probably one of the last appts since I’m 5 years out from cancer. We discussed issues in survivorship

5.0

December 16, 2024

Got good news. Always welcome.

5.0

December 16, 2024

Excelllance.

5.0

December 10, 2024

Dr Kass is wonderful and I’m grateful for his expertise, humanity and guidance.

5.0

December 3, 2024

Highly knowledgeable, professional, caring

5.0

December 2, 2024

Always good.

5.0

December 2, 2024

My appointment was informative. Everything was explained clearly and my questions answered.

5.0

November 26, 2024

All questions answered

5.0

November 25, 2024

Dr Kass is the best of the best! He exudes compassion and knowledge. So thankful for him!

5.0

November 22, 2024

Dr. Kass is compassionate, caring, encouraging. He provides a treatment plan that gives a person belief in their ability to get better and live life. I'm very grateful to be his patient.

5.0

November 22, 2024

Dr Kass is so kind and caring

5.0

November 15, 2024

Had a good interaction with Dr Kass. He was very informative and attuned to my needs.

5.0

November 15, 2024

Dr Kass is wonderful. Always thorough. I always feel he is on top of my health.

5.0

November 13, 2024

Dr Kass is a gem, knowledgeable and compassionate and s good listener and explains everything I need to know.

5.0

November 12, 2024

Dr Kass is caring, thoughtful, and very knowledgeable. Can ask for no more in one’s doctor.

5.0

November 8, 2024

Dr. Kass is with me every step of the way. Thank you.

5.0

November 7, 2024

Very experienced doctor. Dr Kass put me at ease and possibly gave me options I thought not possible.

Frederic C. Kass, MD

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Santa Barbara Cancer Care

Hospital Affiliations

Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

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