Physiatrist (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation)
511 Bath Street
Santa Barbara, CA
Top reviews
Dr. Kenly and his staff are top-notch professionals. Polite, friendly, knowledgeable—everything you could ask for. I particularly appreciated Dr Kenly’s sense of humor, the laughter helped me relax.
My experience with Dr. Kenley was professional and also his staff very professional
Michael Kenly, MD, is a compassionate pain management specialist at Alta Orthopaedics, with locations in Solvang, Santa Barbara, and Oxnard, California. Dr. Kenly utilizes his medical and life knowledge to connect with his patients in order to effectively treat their pain and improve their quality of life.
Growing up in western Canada, Dr. Kenly has always felt a love for the outdoors. He believes that a fulfilling life is achieved by exploring and interacting with the world around us. His goal as an interventional pain management specialist is to improve patient function and quality of life through decreased pain.
Dr. Kenly completed his undergraduate degree in exercise and sport science at Brigham Young University in Oahu, Hawaii. Following graduation, he spent a year as a hiking guide in the Swiss Alps (where he met his future wife). He earned his medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine before heading back out west. His postgraduate training included an internship in internal medicine and residency training in physical medicine and rehabilitation at the University of Utah. This was followed by a year of fellowship training in interventional spine care and pain management, which he completed in Atlanta, Georgia.
His primary area of focus is pain that originates from the spine. He is able to utilize many different techniques to treat his patients’ pain. He is fellowship-trained in interventional spine care and fluoroscopically guided procedures, such as epidural steroid injections, medial branch neurotomy, spinal cord stimulation/neuromodulation, and other treatments to minimize the need for medications.
Dr. Kenly believes that the most important aspect of managing pain is for his patients to understand why they hurt and be actively involved in developing a treatment plan. He takes the necessary time to discuss the problems and the different treatment options. He also performs electrodiagnostic testing such as EMG and nerve conduction studies as needed to assist in making a diagnosis.
Dr. Kenly is a Diplomate of the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and the American Board of Pain Medicine. He is a member of the International Spine Intervention Society, American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians, and North American Neuromodulation Society.
Since moving to Santa Barbara in 2010, Dr. Kenly has developed a love for sailing and is a frequent visitor to the Channel Islands. He also enjoys skiing and mountain biking with his wife and daughter when they aren’t exploring far off places from Galapagos to Cape Town.
ACL
Elbow Tendon Pathology
Fractures
Meniscus Tears
Rotator Cuff Disease and Calcific Tendonitis
Shoulder Dislocation & Instability
Shoulder Replacement
Tommy John Surgery
Locations (4)
Alta Orthopaedics
511 Bath Street
Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
Alta Orthopaedics
1701 Solar Drive
Suite 190
Oxnard, CA, 93030
Alta Orthopaedics
2027 Village Lane
Suite 101
Solvang, CA, 93463
Alta Orthopaedics
210 Palisade Drive
Suite 201
Santa Maria, CA, 93454
More About Michael Kenly, MD
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NPI Number
1548445307
Provider's Gender
Male
Reviews
Very professional, pleasant and skilled. He made the visit seem quick and tolerable.
He’s very knowledgeable and informative, patience and a great sense of humor.
Good. Helpful. Hope treatment works. Bruce sanchez
This review has no reflection on Dr. Kindley. However, waiting to see the Dr. is little to be desired. I do realize that there are many people who need to be seen by their physician. I waited one hour and a half past my appointment.
One of the best..
On time,efficient,informative. Moving forward!
Dr. Kenly and his staff are top-notch professionals. Polite, friendly, knowledgeable—everything you could ask for. I particularly appreciated Dr Kenly’s sense of humor, the laughter helped me relax.
My experience with Dr. Kenley was professional and also his staff very professional
Dr Kenly is very friendly and easy to talk to.
on the visit I experienced his practice, quick efficient Good job thank you for your help and your expertise
Dr Kinley is a compassionate doctor who knows his stuff. The staff is great. You can’t find a more knowledgeable and skillful doctor out there for issues with your spine.
Dr. Kenly and Alta’s entire team were extremely knowledgeable and kind. I felt I was in very good hands.
Dr. Kenley is an excellent physician. He takes a personal interest in his patience.
Every time I see Dr. Kenly I feel like he's a friend - always friendly and easy to talk with doesn't make me feel like he has to rush through the apt so he can get on to the next patient.
So nice and funny. I really enjoyed him. I felt listened to and very taken care of! Forthright and honest. High praise for this doc
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His personality what's terrible
Dr. Kenly is the best......
He is very responsive and supportive during the appointment. However, the waiting time is always way too long. After driving an hour To get there, it’s frustration to be in time and wait another hour to see him.
Extremely knowledgeable
Always appreciate Dr. Kenly! Very kind & thoughtful person. And very experienced & knowledgeable in pain management. Have gone to him for long time with painful back. Has tried many techniques & different shots to help. Still working on it with great ideas!!!
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Dr spent time with me and actually listened to me.
It was a positive experience with Dr Kenly.
Dr Kenly answered all my questions in detail. Wonderful beside manner. Office support staff was helpful. Alta Orthopedic is the premier medical group in Santa Barbara.
I found Dr. Kenly and his staff to be very friendly and professional!! I would definitely recommend Alta clinic and Dr. Kenly to friends and family! Thank you, Vicki Gomez
Experience was great. Waiting for the schedule for surgery.
I was first seen by Dr. Kenly in July of 2023 for a consultation regarding my severe scoliosis. I saw him that day in the Solvang office. My options for treatment are rather limited, but Dr. Kenly has not given up me and expressed to me how much he wants to find something that will help me with my constant pain. Dr. Kenly & his staff have truly been very professional but also show concern & compassion. I am ever so grateful that I was referred to Dr. Kenly, we need more like him! Deborah Bramer
Wonderful !!
Dr. Michael Kenly was very informative and a pleasure to work with ..
