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Santa Barbara Women’s Imaging Center

Santa Barbara Women’s Imaging Center was founded with one mission: to provide women with exceptional, compassionate imaging care in a welcoming environment.

Guided by a team of expert physicians and supported by dedicated staff, we combine advanced technology with a patient-focused approach. From prevention to diagnosis, we partner with women at every stage of life, empowering them to take charge of their health with confidence.

Gary Blum, MD

Gary Blum, MD

Breast Imaging & Intervention

Medical Degree
Georgetown University School of Medicine
Internship
Pacific Presbyterian Medical Center
Residency
Diagnostic Radiology, Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
Fellowship
Breast / Body Imaging, University of Iowa, Hospitals
Sub-Speciality Interests
Body / Abdominal Imaging, Breast Imaging
Irene Dansby, MD

Irene Dansby, MD

Breast Imaging & Intervention

Medical Degree
Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California
Internship
Harbor-UCLA
Residency
Radiology, University of California Irvine
Fellowship
Body Imaging and Non-vascular Intervention, Cedars Sinai
Sub-Speciality Interests
Breast Imaging & Intervention, Body/Abdominal Imaging
Dahlia Guerrero, MD

Dahlia Guerrero, MD

Breast Imaging & Intervention, Body/Abdominal Imaging

Medical Degree
American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine
Internship
Nassau University Medical Center
Residency
Diagnostic Radiology, Nassau University Medical Center
Fellowship
Breast and Body Imaging, Northshore University Hospital/Northwell Health
Sub-Speciality Interests
Breast Imaging & Intervention, Body/Abdominal Imaging
Laurel Hansch, MD

Laurel Hansch, MD

Body / Abdominal Imaging, Breast Imaging

Medical Degree
Hahnemann University Medical School
Internship
LAC-USC Medical Center
Residency
Diagnostic Radiology, LAC-USC Medical Center
Fellowship
Breast and Body Imaging, LAC-USC Medical Center
Sub-Speciality Interests
Body/Abdominal Imaging, Breast Imaging

Ralph Ho, MD

Breast Imaging & Intervention

Medical Degree
Northwestern University Medical School
Internship
Wayne State University
Residency
Diagnostic Radiology, Wayne State University
Fellowship
Trauma/ER Radiology, University of Washington
Sub-Speciality Interests
Breast Imaging & Intervention
Jennifer Kosek, MD

Jennifer Kosek, MD

Breast Imaging & Intervention, Body/Abdominal Imaging

Medical Degree
Georgetown University School of Medicine
Internship
Harbor UCLA Medical Center
Residency
Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
Fellowship
Abdominal Imaging and fellowship training in breast and chest training at UCLA
Sub-Speciality Interests
Breast Imaging & Intervention, Body/Abdominal Imaging
Laura Traube, MD, MPH

Laura Traube, MD, MPH

Breast Imaging & Intervention, Interventional Radiology

Medical Degree
NYU School of Medicine
Internship
Lenox Hill Hospital
Residency
Diagnostic Radiology, University of California, Los Angeles
Fellowship
Vascular and Interventional Radiology, UCLA
Sub-Speciality Interests
Breast Imaging & Intervention, Interventional Radiology

It was the easiest and fastest thing I’ve ever done. The staff was amazing. The lady I worked with explained everything that was going to happen which was great. Thank you.

SBWIC Patient

I always enjoy interacting with your staff. They are friendly, personable, and they always answer any questions I have.

SBWIC Patient

Your ultrasound tech and radiologist were very professional and I felt they cared about my care. That is special in today’s world.

SBWIC Patient

The staff was exceptionally professional and pleasant, especially when looking after my comfort.

SBWIC Patient

I was very impressed with the technician who did my mammogram. She explained everything well and eased my anxiety about the procedure. She showed me the images afterward. I appreciated her willingness to take the time to answer my questions and create a positive experience for me.

SBWIC Patient

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