Summary

Dr. Ricardo Salas specializes in oncology and internal medicine, bringing comprehensive cancer care expertise to his patients. He earned his medical degree from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and completed his residency at UCLA Medical Center. With 16 years of experience in practice, Dr. Salas has developed extensive knowledge in treating various forms of cancer while maintaining a foundation in internal medicine. He provides care in English to serve his patients' communication needs.

Dr. Salas is affiliated with Olive View UCLA Medical Center and practices at multiple locations throughout Bakersfield, California. His clinical focus includes treating breast cancer, including cases that are metastatic or recurrent, as well as Paget disease of the breast. He performs essential diagnostic procedures such as complete blood counts, comprehensive metabolic panels, and white blood cell differentials to monitor patient health and guide treatment decisions.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 16 years of experience
  • 34 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Ucla Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Ricardo Salas has 5 locations

The Ais Cancer Center

2620 Chester AveBakersfield, CA 93301
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Adventist Health Bakersfield

2615 Chester AveBakersfield, CA 93301

Mercy Hospital Downtown Bakersfield

2215 Truxtun AveBakersfield, CA 93301

Adventist Health Physicians Network Primary And Specialty Care

2701 Chester Ave Ste 201Bakersfield, CA 93301
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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16 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 50 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Spanish
Bakersfield , CASan Clemente , CABakersfield , CAValencia , CA
Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: Dow Medical College Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ricardo Salas

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Adventist Health
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Legacy Health
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • State Farm
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ricardo Salas has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ricardo Salas has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Internal Medicine
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

16 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Ucla Medical Center

Medical School

David Geffen School Of Medicine At UclaGraduated in 2011
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT LOS ANGELES SCHOOL OF DENTISTRYGraduated in 2010

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Ricardo Salas affiliated with?
Dr. Ricardo Salas is affiliated with Olive View Ucla Medical Center.
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