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Kristen N. Rice, MD
4.9
Doctor of medicine (MD)
Oncology
(board certified)
Medical Group
Sharp Community
Insurance
Kristen N. Rice, MD
4.9
Doctor of medicine (MD)
Oncology
(board certified)
Medical Group
Sharp Community
Insurance
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Accepting new patients
Location and phone
Medical Oncology Associates of San Diego
5555 Reservoir Dr
Suite 306
San Diego, CA 92120
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3075 Health Center Dr
Suite 102
San Diego, CA 92123
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3075 Health Center Dr
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About Kristen N. Rice, MD
I became a physician because nothing brings me more joy than helping someone who has been seriously ill feel better and return to doing things they love. When a patient comes to see me, we will talk about their disease, test results and how treatment is going. We will also talk about work, family, hobbies, goals, and dreams. I want to know what matters most to my patients, so together we can create a treatment plan that aligns with their goals. I believe that being a great physician means more than just choosing the best treatment; it's about choosing the right treatment for each patient. I also believe it is important to provide high-quality pain and symptom management alongside cancer treatment and that this should begin day one.
Age: 48
In practice since: 2011
Gender: Female
Languages: Spanish
Education
University of California, San Diego: Residency
University of California, San Diego: Fellowship
University of Colorado: Medical School
University of California, San Diego: Internship
Hospital affiliation
Areas of focus
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NPI
1558542845
Insurance plans accepted
Kristen N. Rice, MD, accepts 32 health insurance plans.
Ratings and reviews
4.9
74 ratings
Patient ratings
Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries
5.0
Provider included you in decisions
4.9
Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition
4.9
Care Provider’s discussion of any proposed treatment (options, risks, benefits, etc.)
4.9
Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others
4.9
Patient reviews
Verified Patient
June 1, 2026
5.0
Very good.
Verified Patient
May 29, 2026
5.0
I was very pleased with my experience @ Dr. Rice's office. She's obviously clinically astute, she's also kind & caring. Dr. Rice listened well & explained "matters" thoroughly & made me feel REASSURED about this unexpected journey.
Verified Patient
May 28, 2026
5.0
Outstanding time with MD
Verified Patient
April 27, 2026
5.0
The doctor is an excellent example of what other doctors should strive. She is intelligent, kind, soft spoken, patient and has an overall above average bedside manner.
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