Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon
510 Castillo Street
Suite 203
Santa Barbara, CA
93101
Top reviews
Warm friendly and very efficient. I could not ask for a better care.
She was wonderful. She took the time to give me options and her procedure was painless.
Dr. Stuart Hutchinson has served the Santa Barbara community as a spine specialist and surgeon since 1980. He practices at Alta Orthopaedics, located in Solvang, Santa Barbara, and Oxnard, California. His grandfather was a doctor and his father was a prominent general surgeon in Seattle. As a child, it was clear to him that he wanted to follow the same path in the medical field.
Watching how his father treated people and how much his patients loved him, taught Dr. Hutchinson the importance of connecting with patients on a very human level. He believes that part of the art of medicine is to treat them with care and compassion, and to be sensitive to their needs. That means he takes time to listen carefully to his patients’ concerns and to discern whether issues in other areas — not always physical — are affecting the patient’s overall well-being and ability to heal.
During his 5 years of medical training in South Africa he learned that, given time, patients can often heal without surgery. Some situations require immediate surgery. It’s important to recognize those. But he favors a less invasive approach that steers away from the current trend of offering surgery as the first treatment option.
In 1985 Dr. Hutchinson teamed up with Dr. William Dunbar, to establish the first local center for orthopaedic surgeons who wanted to specialize in more focused areas, such as spine surgery or foot and ankle surgery. Their center grew into what is today Alta Orthopaedics.
Dr. Hutchinson draws inspiration and energy from nature and being outdoors. He likes to play golf and hike the beautiful Santa Ynez mountains. He has climbed Mount Kilimanjaro, Mount Whitney, and Mount Rainer, and has snow skied in Utah and Colorado. Dr. Hutchinson’s family is close by in Southern California and Arizona.
VOLUNTEERING
Dr. Hutchinson has a deep personal connection to the world of volunteering. His father founded the non-profit Fred Hutchinson Research Cancer Center in Seattle, after his uncle, a Big League pitcher, died of lung cancer at age 45. Today it is renowned as one of the best cancer centers in the country and the best place in the world for bone marrow transplants. It has produced three Nobel prize winners over the last 20 years. Dr. Hutchinson serves on their Board of Ambassadors and MCs their annual fundraiser in Palm Springs.
SPECIALTY WITHIN SPINE SURGERY: KYPHOPLASTY
Dr. Hutchinson was the first surgeon in the Tri-Counties to perform kyphoplasty to treat compression fractures of the spine. Today he is the only surgeon in Santa Barbara who uses this procedure. Pain goes away immediately and patients get great results. They can return to daily activities much more rapidly than with more invasive methods of treatment.
PROFESSIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Participating physician in the Summer Olympics 1984
Co-founder of Orthopaedic Specialists, Santa Barbara, which later became Alta Orthopaedics
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS
Bachelors of Science degree from the University of Arizona.
Completed his medical training at the prestigious Stellenbosch University in South Africa where he spent 5 years
Certification by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, September 1982
Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons since 1985
Active member of the North American Spine Society since 1985
Member of the South Africa Orthopedic Association since 1990
ACL
Elbow Tendon Pathology
Fractures
Meniscus Tears
Rotator Cuff Disease and Calcific Tendonitis
Shoulder Dislocation & Instability
Shoulder Replacement
Tommy John Surgery
Locations (3)
Alta Orthopaedics
510 Castillo Street
Suite 203
Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
Alta Orthopaedics
2027 Village Lane
Suite 101
Solvang, CA, 93463
Alta Orthopaedics
210 Palisade Drive
Suite 201
Santa Maria, CA, 93454
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1922110329
Reviews
Warm friendly and very efficient. I could not ask for a better care.
She was wonderful. She took the time to give me options and her procedure was painless.
Saw Jenna for a reoccurring shoulder issue,..so glad to get a shot in the arm. If surgery is required I'm confident I'm in good hands with the whole team.
Excellent service a very pleasant young lady to administer the shot which was painless
Jenna was gentle, friendly and professional as well as thorough in explaining the procedure.
Excellent. Very personable and professional!
The staff and Jenna were on time, gentle and efficient. My knee feels no pain today which means to me that she found the right spot. Marsha Marcoe
The office staff was very welcoming. Both the doctor and PA were kind and extremely helpful. Highly recommend Alta!!
Jenna was great to work with! She was informative, kind, efficient & compassionate.
I slept really well last night. Looks like the shot worked. THANKS.
I have been having pain in my right knee, I appreciate that Jenna makes sure that I will get the best treatment available for my injury. Thank you
accident on only road to office; called and received a reply immediately, that my PA would wait for me even though I would be late. So important to me because this shot was 1 of 3, so all other appts would have to be changed, besides the healing process set back. Grateful for such an accommodation.
Jenna is patient and kind. I got an injection in my knee today didn’t hurt one bit ! Great experience
Grasias me atendieron muy bien la doctora es muy explícita y amable muy buena persona La recomiendo ciento por siento
I had several questions that Jenna thoroughly answered prior to the injections. I have high confidence under her care.
Friendly staff including Dr n drs assistant
Was good
My Telehealth appointment with Jenna was very convenient, and we were able efficiently and effectively discuss my knee treatment options and schedule me for in-person treatments. Much appreciated!
Very professional atmosphere the only thing I would have to say is that I've always had to wait 45min to an hour for my appointment s which is disappointing
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Very friendly, thorough and welcoming.
Todo vien
Explains what needs to be done and answers all Question I ask. Very polite and everyone is very nice and helpful.
Excellent
Karina is wonderful, and knowledgeable. She always makes me feel comfortable. Myrna
Hi, we are waiting another month to see doctor and have scheduled the CT scan the assistant ordered. Still in pain.
Karina Worden is very professional and good at her job. I was in yesterday 6/14 for a cortisone infection in my knee. She did a great job and I was worried for no reason! Today I have no pain in my knee! It feels great!! Thank you Karina I really feel better!
On time; PA extremely thorough and knowledge
She answers all my question
Highly skilled with a wonderful caring demeanor. Fully recommend
