--- title: "Dr. George C. Cheng | Radiation Oncologist in Santa Barbara, CA | Sutter Health" description: "Dr. George C. Cheng, M.D., Ph.D. practices Radiation Oncology in Santa Barbara, CA. Accepting new patients." url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-george-cheng-1090093458" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Find a provider](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider) / 3. George C. Cheng, M.D., Ph.D. ![George C. Cheng, M.D., Ph.D.](https://dyn.mktgcdn.com/p/4A6rT2YvXIFrTGw0OM4iqifKr8H40Zir53NlizM4qMc/fit=crop,gravity=auto,dpr=2,width=230,height=230) 4.9/5 [(108 ratings)](https://www.sutterhealth.org/star-ratings) # George C. Cheng, M.D., Ph.D. ## Radiation Oncology - Accepting new patients [540 West Pueblo StreetSanta Barbara, CA 93105](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=540+West+Pueblo+Street+Santa+Barbara%2C+CA+93105+US) ## Schedule appointment [805-879-0670](tel:+18058790670) Jump to: - [About](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-george-cheng-1090093458#provider-about) - [Locations](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-george-cheng-1090093458#provider-locations) - [Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-george-cheng-1090093458#provider-services) ## About Dr. Cheng Languages English Gender Male Uses [My Health Online](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/my-health-online) for scheduling and messaging ### Approach to care Dr. Cheng is passionate about helping patients optimize their metabolic health through actionable and sustainable lifestyle strategies in nutrition, sleep, stress management, and exercise to best support them on their journey through treatment, recovery, and beyond. ### Professional highlights He is a certified WILDFIT health coach, helping people achieve their long-term health goals. ## Education and training **Medical school:** Harvard Medical School **Internship:** Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School **Residency:** Harvard Joint Center for Radiation Therapy (Harvard Medical School, Brigham and Women's Hospital, BIDMC, Boston Children's Hospital) **Fellowship:** Clinical Research Fellowship, Joint Center for Radiation Therapy, Harvard Medical School **Licensure and certification:** Accredited Metabolic Health Practitioner, Society of Metabolic Health Practitioner, Certified WILDFIT Coach ## Board certifications - Radiation Oncology - Radiology ## Affiliations ### Medical groups - Radiation Center Medical Group ## Care locations [Ridley-Tree Cancer Center](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/ridley-tree-cancer-center-1080758769) 540 West Pueblo Street Santa Barbara, CA 93105 [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=540+West+Pueblo+Street+Santa+Barbara%2C+CA+93105+US) [805-879-0670](tel:+18058790670) 805-879-5692 Sunday Closed Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Saturday Closed **View additional hours** Sunday Closed Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Saturday Closed ## Related services offered by Sutter - [Radiation oncology](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/radiation-oncology) ## From Dr. Cheng [Patient story ### Younger Colon Cancer Diagnoses Prompt Clinicians to Act Zack Kramer received top-notch treatment and guidance for colorectal cancer at Ridley-Tree Cancer Center.](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-stories/younger-colon-cancer-diagnoses-prompt-clinicians-to-act-2023563884) ### Disclaimer _This provider directory is provided as a convenience to you. 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