Summary

Dr. Enass Rickards specializes in orthopedic surgery with a particular focus on hand surgery, bringing over three decades of experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California and has dedicated her career to treating conditions affecting the hands, wrists, and upper extremities. Dr. Rickards is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing her to connect with a diverse patient population.

Based at Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Dr. Rickards practices across multiple locations in San Diego and La Mesa, California. She treats conditions such as osteoarthritis and wrist fractures, with particular expertise in hand osteoarthritis. Her surgical skills include hand and wrist surgery, and she also performs nerve blocks for chronic pain management. Patients have given Dr. Rickards an average rating of 4.2 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in her specialized care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 33 years of experience
  • 65 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California
  • 17 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 17 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 6 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Enass Nader Rickards has 6 locations

Girard Orthopaedic Surgeons

8851 Center Dr Ste 601La Mesa, CA 91942
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

Girard Orthopaedic Surgeons

9333 Genesee Ave Ste 350aSan Diego, CA 92121
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 - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista

435 H StChula Vista, CA 91910

Sharp Grossmont Hospital

5555 Grossmont Center DrLa Mesa, CA 91942

Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center

751 Medical Center CtChula Vista, CA 91911

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Dr. Enass Nader Rickards, MDDr. Michael Klassen, MDDr. Chinmay Shivaram Paranjape, MDDr. Richard Charles Richley, MD
Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.2 
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33 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience 56 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
La Mesa , CAMonterey , CAPortland , ORSan Diego , CA
Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California Med School: David Geffen School of Medicine - UCLA Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Enass Nader Rickards

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • America's 1st Choice
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • 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
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Community Health Group
  • Community Health Group - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Community Health Group - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Liberty Mutual - Workers’ Compensation
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Optum Health
  • Presbyterian Health Plan/Presbyterian Insurance Company
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • SCAN Health Plan - Medicare
  • SCAN Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • The Hartford - Workers’ Compensation
  • Travelers - Workers’ Compensation
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Enass Nader Rickards has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Enass Nader Rickards has the following 17 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Hand Surgery
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery
  • Wounds and Injuries

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

Dr. Enass Nader Rickards holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California in 1993.

NPI Number

Dr. Rickards' NPI number is 1609850080.

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What languages does Dr. Enass Rickards speak?
Dr. Enass Rickards speaks English and Spanish.
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Where is Dr. Enass Rickards's office located?
Dr. Enass Rickards's office is located at 8851 Center Dr Ste 601, La Mesa, CA, 91942.
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