Summary

Dr. David Rice specializes in thoracic surgery with a focus on surgery, bringing 35 years of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Trinity College Dublin School of Medicine and completed his residency at Mayo Clinic and Medical School. His extensive training has equipped him with deep expertise in complex surgical procedures involving the chest and related structures.

Dr. Rice practices at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas. He treats patients with conditions such as swallowing difficulties, esophageal cancer, and unexplained weight loss. His surgical expertise includes performing diagnostic procedures like chest imaging studies and specialized testing to evaluate patient conditions. Patients have given Dr. Rice an average rating of 4.4 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in his care and expertise.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.4
  • 35 years of experience
  • 12 insurance plans accepted
  • Mayo Clinic And Medical School
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 21 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

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Med School: Trinity College Dublin School Of Medicine Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Renaissance School Of Medicine At Stony Brook University Med School: ROYAL COLLEGE OF SURGEONS IN IRELAND
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. David Christopher Rice

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • KelseyCare Advantage
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. David Christopher Rice has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. David Christopher Rice has the following 21 areas of expertise

  • Adjuvant Chemotherapy
  • Aneurysm
  • Body Weight
  • Breast Surgery (Mammaplasty)
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Esophagectomy
  • Esophagus Cancer (Esophogeal Neoplasm)
  • Glandular Cancer (Adenocarcinoma)
  • Local Neoplasm Recurrence
  • Lung Cancer
  • Lung Cancer (Pleural Neoplasms)
  • Mesothelioma (Asbestos-related Cancer)
  • Microsurgery
  • Pneumonectomy (Lung removal)
  • Skin Transplantation (Dermatoplasty)
  • Squamous Cell Carcinoma
  • Surgery
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations
  • Vascular Surgical Procedures

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Mayo Clinic And Medical School

Medical School

Trinity College Dublin School Of MedicineGraduated in 1991

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Which hospitals is Dr. David Rice affiliated with?
Dr. David Rice is affiliated with The University Of Texas Md Anderson Cancer Center.
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Where is Dr. David Rice's office located?
Dr. David Rice's office is located at 1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX, 77030.

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