Finally Get to the Root of Your Gut Health
Fecal Microbiota Transplant for Santa Barbara, CA patients — in the heart of Santa Barbara. Our clinic is based in Santa Barbara, just minutes from the Mesa, downtown, and the Riviera.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Jonathan Birch, NMD, RMSKLast updated April 27, 2026
Dr. Jonathan Birch has helped over 1,000 patients restore their gut microbiome and achieve lasting digestive relief using FMT. If you've been struggling with gut health and haven't found answers elsewhere, we'd like to review your case.
Two ways we serve Santa Barbara patients: in-person FMT at our Santa Barbara clinic, or our nationwide capsule-delivery program shipped directly to your home in Santa Barbara. Reach out — Dr. Birch will personally evaluate which path is right for you.
Request a Case Review
Tell us what you're dealing with. Dr. Birch personally reviews every inquiry and will reach out to discuss whether FMT may be right for you.
What happens after you submit:
- 1Instant confirmation email (check spam if it doesn't arrive).
- 2Dr. Birch personally reviews your case — usually same business day.
- 3We schedule a telehealth or in-person consultation at your convenience.
When Conventional Treatments Haven't Been Enough
You've seen the doctors. Tried the medications. Followed the protocols. Yet here you are, still searching for answers. You're not alone — and there may be a reason nothing has worked.
Treating Symptoms, Not the Root Cause
Most conventional treatments manage symptoms without addressing the underlying issue — an imbalanced gut microbiome that drives many chronic conditions.
The Gut-Body Connection
Science increasingly shows that gut microbiome disruption is linked to a wide range of conditions — affecting digestive, immune, neurological, and metabolic health.
The FMT Solution
FMT restores a healthy, diverse microbiome using carefully screened donor material — addressing many conditions at their root rather than masking them.
Our Treatment Path Options
Non-invasive options tailored to your needs. No hospital stay required.
FMT Capsules
Convenient oral treatment you can take at home
- Triple-encapsulated for safety and comfort
- Usual 14 day treatment course
- No sedation required
- Ideal for C. diff patients
Oral Liquid FMT
Great option for those who can't swallow capsules
- Easy-to-take liquid form
- No capsules to swallow
- Same effective donor material
- Suitable for all ages
Retention Enema
Direct delivery to lower intestine
- Excellent success rate
- Easy to retain until next bowel movement
- Traditional route
Colonoscopy FMT
Full intestinal coverage for complex cases
- Complete large intestine delivery
- Single treatment often sufficient
- Performed in Southern CA
- Best for severe cases
Real Patients. Real Results.
Read what our patients say about their experience with FMT at Purety Clinic
"I had been suffering with chronic digestive issues for over a year. After working with Dr. Birch, he determined the right treatment path for me. Within weeks I noticed significant improvement, and now I feel like myself again. My energy is excellent!"
"After multiple rounds of antibiotics failed, I was desperate. Dr. Birch's personalized approach worked when nothing else did. He took the time to understand my situation and developed a treatment plan that actually worked. I can't thank the Purety team enough."
"I was at my wit's end before finding Dr. Birch. The consultation process was thorough, and he explained all my options clearly. The treatment he recommended was much easier than I expected, and the results were remarkable. Truly life-changing care."
"Dr. Birch and his team treated me with such compassion during a really difficult time. The remote consultation made everything easier. Dr. Birch took the time to discuss all the possibilities and we came to the right treatment together. I finally have my life back."
Meet Dr. Jonathan Birch
Since 2014, Dr. Birch has been one of the nation's leading FMT specialists, helping over 1,000 patients achieve lasting relief through personalized FMT protocols.
His approach combines rigorous safety protocols with compassionate, personalized care. Each treatment protocol is tailored to your specific condition and health history.
Your Path to Recovery
Simple, straightforward process from consultation to lasting relief
Initial Consultation
Share your story with our team. We'll review your history and discuss if FMT is right for you.
Personalized Plan
Dr. Birch creates a custom protocol based on your condition, history, and health goals.
FMT Treatment
Receive your treatment via capsules, enema, or colonoscopy. Most options are outpatient.
Ongoing Support
We monitor your progress and provide follow-up care to ensure lasting results.
Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to common questions about FMT treatment
FMT for Santa Barbara Patients
Santa Barbara is the home of our clinic, and we are the local-area destination for FMT. Many of our Santa Barbara patients come to us after rounds of antibiotics for sinus or dental issues left their gut microbiome depleted, or after recurrent C. difficile that local hospitals could not resolve.
Neighborhoods we serve in and around Santa Barbara
Where can I get FMT in Santa Barbara, CA?
Purety Family Medical Clinic on Oak Park Lane is the only specialty FMT program in Santa Barbara. Cottage Health and Sansum Clinic do not offer outpatient fecal microbiota transplant. Patients in Santa Barbara typically come to us directly without needing to travel out of town for treatment, and Dr. Birch has performed over 1,000 FMT procedures since 2014 right here in the city.
Other FMT Options Near Santa Barbara
Closest comparable specialty FMT programs are over 90 miles away in the LA metro area. For Santa Barbara residents, this is the only in-city option for outpatient FMT.
What Santa Barbara FMT Patients Say
Real experiences from FMT patients reaching us from Santa Barbara and the surrounding neighborhoods.
"After my third C. diff recurrence, Cottage discharged me with another round of vancomycin and no real plan. Dr. Birch's FMT protocol resolved it within weeks. A year later I'm still C. diff free — and the clinic is 10 minutes from my house."
Karen B.
The Mesa (Santa Barbara)
Recurrent C. difficile
"Two rounds of antibiotics for a dental abscess wrecked my gut. I'd never had digestive issues in my life. Dr. Birch's FMT capsule protocol turned things around in about six weeks. Grateful this exists right here in town."
Mark T.
San Roque
Post-antibiotic dysbiosis
"Picked up a stubborn gut bug overseas and 18 months of GI workups locally produced no real answers. Dr. Birch's FMT protocol — combined with a real functional medicine workup — finally resolved it. I refer friends here all the time."
Helen P.
Eastside
IBS-D after travel
Patient names abbreviated for privacy. All testimonials are from verified Purety Clinic patients.
Ready to End Your Suffering?
Take the first step toward lasting relief. Schedule your consultation with Dr. Birch's team today.
Visit Our Santa Barbara Clinic
Purety Family Medical Clinic
2323 Oak Park Ln, Suite 102
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
