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Dr. Kathleen Griffin, MD - Board Certified OB-GYN in Santa Barbara, California

Dr. Kathleen Griffin, MD

Board Certified OB-GYN

Santa Barbara, California
NPI: 1538115845· License: G39286 (CA) verify
Industry payments (2024): $206 across 9 payments (what this means)
4.61(9 ratings)

Consultation $150

In Dr. Kathleen Griffin's own words

How Dr. Kathleen Griffin describes their own approach, from their Instagram posts. Each statement links to the original.

Approach

  • The practice believes every face requires a customized approach.
  • The practice believes luxury experiences should feel effortless.

Specialization

  • Practice focuses on Advanced Aesthetics.

Technique

  • This is another area that I really like to go in and do regular hyaluronic filler for more support
  • Another area too is Sculptra in this preauricular area can also help lift this lower face a little bit more when it starts to regenerate and restore some of the volume we used to have
  • Dr. Kathleen Griffin's practice addresses hollowing due to bone regression by adding support using Sculptra, filler, or both.
  • Also Sculptra in the marionettes help mask some of this jowling

Consultation

  • So to start, I always like to assess my patients from top to bottom, taking a look at their temples and seeing how much bone regression that they have
  • A treatment plan is created during the consultation.

Cost & consultation

  • The practice offers the option to split payment balances.

Results

  • Putting some volume back into the temple will actually lift the eyes kind of up and back, more so where it was when we were younger

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About

Dr. Kathleen Griffin is a Board Certified OB-GYN practicing in Santa Barbara, California. She offers both traditional obstetrics and gynecology care, alongside aesthetic medicine. Her aesthetic focus includes anti-aging treatments such as Botox, dermal fillers, Bellafill, Kybella, lip fillers, Pico Glow, and tattoo removal. Dr. Griffin emphasizes a customized approach for every face. She conducts a comprehensive facial assessment, starting from the top down and laterally to medially, to evaluate the entire face and identify the root cause of volume loss. Her philosophy centers on restoring balance, structure, and harmony, rather than just treating isolated areas. She believes a refreshed look comes from supporting areas that naturally lose structure over time, not always from adding more. Dr. Griffin highlights the lower face, where strategically placed filler can soften shadows, improve definition, and create a smoother, balanced profile while keeping results natural. Treatment plans are designed during consultation to refine features and achieve natural-looking results that complement the patient's appearance. She also incorporates products like iS Clinical and ALASTIN into skincare recommendations.

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Specialties

  • Board Certified OB-GYN

Procedures & Services

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Procedure details

Everything on this page about each procedure Dr. Kathleen Griffin offers: pricing in context, what they've said about it, related videos and photos, and what patients ask.

Average Cost of Surgery

Healthcare costs shouldn't be a mystery. Below, you'll find crowdsourced data on the actual costs of surgeries performed by Dr. Kathleen Griffin, submitted anonymously by the patient community. Use this as a guide to better anticipate your own expenses. Please note that final costs can vary based on your specific medical needs.

Botox

$1,200

Above typicalTypical in Santa Barbara: $344–$1,125 (median $675, 8 reports) compare ↗

Upper Face Treatments

$2,200

Lower Face Treatments

$2,500

Full Face Rejuvenation

$4,500

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Questions, Answers, and Information Directly from Dr. Kathleen Griffin

Sourced directly from Dr. Kathleen Griffin's social posts and replies.

When is a good time to refresh skin treatments?
The practice suggests refreshing one's skin before the fall season.
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What are the benefits of the iS Clinical Brightening Complex and Brightening Serum?
The iS Clinical Brightening Complex and Brightening Serum are favored by the practice for their ability to brighten, hydrate, and make the skin glow. They work together to address discoloration, improve skin tone, and leave the complexion looking radiant and refreshed.
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Is Botox Cosmetic FDA approved?
Yes, Botox Cosmetic has been FDA approved for over 20 years.
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What are the benefits of Regenerating Skin Nectar with TriHex+™?
Regenerating Skin Nectar with TriHex+™ is formulated with proprietary Octapeptide-45, which supports the skin’s natural production of new, healthy collagen and elastin, while improving hydration. It is clinically proven to strengthen the skin barrier, provide relief and comfort, deliver deep hydration, and reduce visible recovery time, ultimately improving the appearance of treatment results.
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What is ALASTIN’s Restorative Skin Complex with TriHex+™ and when should it be used?
After healing is complete from initial treatments, patients should transition to ALASTIN’s Restorative Skin Complex with TriHex+™. This daily, peptide-powered multitasker helps restore the look of volume and smooth the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
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What areas are covered by Upper Face treatments?
Upper Face treatments address temples, cheeks, and under-eyes.
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What areas are covered by Lower Face treatments?
Lower Face treatments address jawline, chin, chin shadows, and smile lines.
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What is Dr. Griffin's philosophy on daily skincare and product recommendations?
Dr. Griffin believes healthy skin starts with the right morning routine, which should include cleansing, hydrating, soothing, and protecting. The practice favors iS Clinical products for achieving optimal skin appearance and feel daily. Patients can visit The G Spa to receive personalized guidance in determining the appropriate skincare routine for their individual skin.
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From Dr. Kathleen Griffin's Instagram

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Recent photos posted by @thegspa, Dr. Kathleen Griffin's own Instagram account. Each image opens the original post on Instagram.

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Technologies & brands Dr. Kathleen Griffin mentions

Devices, implants, injectables and products named in Dr. Kathleen Griffin's own posts and videos. A mention is not an endorsement; ask the office what they currently offer.

InjectablesBotoxJuvederm
SkincareAlastin · 3
Skin tighteningPotenza
LasersPicoWay

Patient Experience

Dr. Kathleen Griffin Review Summary

4.56
Dr. Griffin receives consistently high marks from patients, with an average rating of 4.56 out of 5 stars across various platforms. She boasts a near-perfect 4.9 on both Wake Health and RealSelf, and patients frequently praise her attention to detail and beautiful results.

Ratings from Other Platforms

wakehealth.edu

4.9 out of 5

Based on 14 reviews

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doctor.webmd.com

3.7 out of 5

Based on 9 reviews

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realself.com

4.9 out of 5

Based on 12 reviews

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Google Reviews

5 out of 5

Based on 2 reviews

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Dr. Kathleen Griffin, MD - Board Certified OB-GYN in Santa Barbara, California

The G Spa - Santa Barbara

33 W Mission St Suite 204, Santa Barbara, California

(805) 682-4772

Book a Service Consultation

Consultation fee: $150

Each service is approximately 60 minutes.

Industry Payments

Federal law (the Physician Payments Sunshine Act) requires drug and medical-device companies to report anything of value they give to a physician — consulting and speaking fees, research funding, travel, royalties, and even meals. Medicare publishes all of it in a public database called Open Payments. We show it here so you don't have to go looking for it.

Total received (2024)

$206

Payments

9

Compared to peers

Small

Dr. Kathleen Griffin received $206 across 9 payments in 2024. That is in the lower half for physicians here — totals this size are typically meals at sponsored talks. Most of it was categorised as food and beverage, and the largest single payer was ABBVIE INC..

What this means for your care

  • A disclosed payment is a business relationship, not evidence of wrongdoing, and it says nothing on its own about the quality of your care.
  • Most payments are small. Across the physicians listed on NavMDs, the single most common category is food and beverage at industry-sponsored talks.
  • Larger consulting, speaking or royalty payments mean an ongoing financial relationship with a company whose products your doctor may use or recommend. That is worth knowing about, and it is reasonable to ask about.
  • A fair question to ask: “Do you have a financial relationship with the maker of the implant, filler or device you're recommending — and what alternatives did you consider?”

Source: CMS Open Payments, the federal database created by the Sunshine Act. View the full record on CMS Open Payments ↗

Insurance Information

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Phone: (805) 682-4772

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Location & Contact Information

The G Spa - Santa Barbara

33 W Mission St Suite 204

Santa Barbara, California 93101

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Office Information

Phone: (805) 682-4772

Where does Dr. Kathleen Griffin practice?

Doctor's Office

The G Spa - Santa Barbara (Primary)

33 W Mission St Suite 204, Santa Barbara, California 93101

(12 reviews)

The G Spa - Los Olivos

33 W Mission St Suite 204, Santa Barbara, California 93101

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Hospital Affiliations

Hospital affiliations unknown

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Education & Experience

Education

Ucla School Of Medicine

Certifications & Licenses

Board Certified Ob-gyn
Certified Menopause

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make an appointment with Dr. Kathleen Griffin online?
This information is not available based on the provided details. Contact The G Spa directly to inquire about online booking options. Patients are encouraged to talk to one of the practice's providers and book an appointment directly.
Does Dr. Kathleen Griffin offer telehealth?
This information is not available based on the provided details. Contact The G Spa directly to inquire about telehealth options.
What do patients have to say about Dr. Kathleen Griffin?
Patients rave about Dr. Griffin's expertise, attention to detail, and natural-looking results. They describe her as a "gem," a "master at her craft," and praise her dedication to providing the best possible outcomes. Many highlight her ability to enhance their natural beauty.
What areas of care does Dr. Kathleen Griffin cater to?
Dr. Griffin's areas of care include both traditional obstetrics and gynecology, as well as aesthetic medicine. Her aesthetic specialties focus on anti-aging treatments such as Botox, dermal fillers, Bellafill, Kybella, and lip fillers, targeting wrinkles, crow's feet, and other signs of aging. She also sees patients for general OB-GYN care. For injectables and volume loss, Dr. Griffin employs a comprehensive facial assessment, starting from the top down and laterally to medially. This holistic approach evaluates the entire face to identify the root cause of volume loss and determine the most effective treatment modalities to restore balance, structure, and harmony, rather than just treating isolated areas of concern. Dr. Griffin emphasizes that achieving a balanced, refreshed look involves restoring harmony and supporting areas that naturally lose structure over time, rather than simply adding more. She highlights the importance of not neglecting the lower face, where strategically placed filler can soften shadows, improve definition, and create a smoother, more balanced profile while maintaining natural results. Botox Cosmetic is used to temporarily improve the look of moderate to severe vertical bands connecting the neck and the jaw. Dr. Griffin emphasizes a customized approach for every face, with treatment plans designed during consultation to restore balance, refine features, and achieve natural-looking results that beautifully complement the patient's appearance.