Summary

Dr. Andrew Ries is a pulmonologist who has dedicated over five decades to caring for patients with lung and respiratory conditions. He earned his medical degree from Yale University School of Medicine and holds a Master of Public Health degree, demonstrating his commitment to both individual patient care and broader community health initiatives. With 52 years of experience in pulmonary medicine, Dr. Ries brings extensive knowledge and expertise to his practice. He provides care in English for his patients.

Dr. Ries practices at UC San Diego Health in San Diego, California, where he focuses on treating complex respiratory conditions. He specializes in caring for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), helping them manage this challenging condition and improve their quality of life. Dr. Ries also provides lung volume reduction treatments for appropriate candidates and oversees pulmonary rehabilitation programs that help patients strengthen their breathing and build endurance for daily activities.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 52 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Yale University School Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

UC San Diego Health

4168 Front StSan Diego, CA 92103
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine Med School: Hacettepe Universitesi Tip Fakultesi Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Andrew Ries

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Andrew Ries has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Andrew Ries has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Angiographic Visualization
  • Asthma
  • Chest Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Emphysema
  • Lung Diseases
  • Lung Transplantation
  • Obstructive Lung Diseases
  • Pneumonectomy (Lung removal)
  • Pneumonia
  • Pulmonologist
  • Tuberculosis (TB)

Certifications, License, & Education

52 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Yale University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1974

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Andrew Ries's office is located at 4168 Front St, San Diego, CA, 92103.
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Andrew Ries speaks English.

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