Physiatrist (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation)
511 Bath Street
Santa Barbara, CA
93101
Top reviews
I had a very disabling and painful area in my hip and spine. It was very difficult to target. Dr Kenly tried a variety of procedures in order to relieve the pain and didn’t give up until he was able to successfully identify the prShow moreecise area. I am presently pain free after several years of dealing with the pain. I highly recommend Dr Kenly anyone who has back or hip pain and hasn’t been able get relief.
Excellent provider. Very friendly staff. I saw Victoria today. She’s very thorough, thoughtful and gets you in and out quickly. I’m very satisfied with Dr Kenly and the staff at his practice.
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
2027 Village Lane
Suite 101
Solvang, CA, 93463
Alta Orthopaedics
1701 Solar Drive
Suite 190
Oxnard, CA, 93030
Alta Orthopaedics
210 Palisade Drive
Suite 201
Santa Maria, CA, 93454
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NPI Number
1548445307
Provider's Gender
Male
Reviews
Dr Kenly shared his assessments of maybe MRI of my back and the made recommendations that we both agreed upon. He discussed asked questions, good first appt. I had a long wait but Dr was very apologizing for the wait . It was I’ve for a Dr to do that that’s usually not the case. Plans are in place to proceed. Thank you Dr Kenly
I had a very disabling and painful area in my hip and spine. It was very difficult to target. Dr Kenly tried a variety of procedures in order to relieve the pain and didn’t give up until he was able to successfully identify the precise area. I am presently pain free after several years of dealing with the pain. I highly recommend Dr Kenly anyone who has back or hip pain and hasn’t been able get relief.
Excellent provider. Very friendly staff. I saw Victoria today. She’s very thorough, thoughtful and gets you in and out quickly. I’m very satisfied with Dr Kenly and the staff at his practice.
Dr. Kenly was great...he listened to me and answered all my questions. He had a "no nonsense" approach, but he was also supportive. My only complaint is the wait time.
Professional, kind, knowledgeable
Professional. Punctual. Kind. Effective
Very knowledgeable and professional!
Dr. Kenly and his team are very thoughtful. From start to finish, they are great communicators and obvious they really care for their patients.
The staff were very patient. The test was interesting. Thank you for helping me today.
Dr. Kenly took time to listen and really cared about my concerns. He gave excellent attention and feedback. He was personable and caring. It was well worth traveling 12 hours to see him!
He listens and truly cares Thats so great. Thx for helping me get better
Doctor and staff friendly, office clean, and looking forward to good results as far as back pain.
Excellent service friendly and professional
I’ve had a good experience I’ve seen in a timely matter
I was well taken care of bye the npa
Excellent provider. Dr Kenly has excellent bedside manner. I would recommend him to my family.
I felt that Dr. Kelly was very thorough and intuitive. Also very clear in explaining his diagnosis and possible prognosis. Michael McDonald
Fast and professional
Professional, skillrf
Very good. Everyone so pleasant.
Fantastic doctor
I came in for a short check. I asked if he could help with the extreme pain that prevents me from walking. He was so compassionate and make an appointment with a spine specialist. I am so thankful. Deborah Mele
Only my first visit. Would like more details on my next steps
Friendly efficient cutting edge professional while also personally tailored treatment!!
It was wonderful. They are all kind and informative.
Dr. Kenly is always very friendly and upbeat. From the exam room until you leave the operating room he leaves you with the feeling that you picked the right doctor and the right facility in Alta orthopedics. All of the help from the receptionist to the nurses make you look forward to returning.(if necessary)
Wonderful
Excellent doctor and all phases of his work
Dr. Kenly is compassionate. He listens carefully. He is clear about treatments. I am very happy to have found him!
