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Summary
Dr. Janet Ricks is a family medicine physician with 28 years of experience providing comprehensive care to patients and families. She earned her Doctor of Osteopathy degree from Kansas City University of Medicine & Bioscience College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency training at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Dr. Ricks is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing her to serve diverse communities throughout the Jackson area.
Dr. Ricks practices at multiple locations in Jackson, Mississippi, and maintains affiliations with several major medical centers including the University of Mississippi Medical Center, Mississippi Baptist Medical Center, and Saint Dominic's Hospital. She specializes in managing chronic conditions such as heart failure, type 2 diabetes, and chronic kidney disease. Her procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies and both upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopies to help diagnose and treat digestive health concerns.
Dr. Ricks practices at multiple locations in Jackson, Mississippi, and maintains affiliations with several major medical centers including the University of Mississippi Medical Center, Mississippi Baptist Medical Center, and Saint Dominic's Hospital. She specializes in managing chronic conditions such as heart failure, type 2 diabetes, and chronic kidney disease. Her procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies and both upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopies to help diagnose and treat digestive health concerns.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 28 years of experience
- speaks Spanish, English
- University Of Mississippi Medical Center
- 1 specialty
- 6 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 7 hospital affiliations
- 9 office locations
- Female
Office Locations
Dr. Janet Leigh Ricks has 9 locationsLakeland Medical University Physicians
764 Lakeland DrJackson, MS 39216 Tel: (601) 984-6800
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
Lakeland Medical University Physicians
764 Lakeland Dr Fl 2Jackson, MS 39216Mon8:00 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
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| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English, Hindi, Gujarati, Urdu |
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| Med School: Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med | Med School: Smt N H L Municipal Medical College | ||
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Janet Leigh Ricks has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Janet Leigh Ricks has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
28 Years Experience
Dr. Janet Leigh Ricks holds an active medical license in the state of Mississippi.
Medical License
Doctor Of Osteopathy with an active medical license in the state of Mississippi that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at University Of Mississippi Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med in 1998.
NPI Number
Dr. Ricks' NPI number is 1841284478.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Janet Ricks affiliated with?
- Dr. Janet Ricks is affiliated with University Of Mississippi Medical Center, Mississippi Baptist Medical Center, Saint Dominics Hospital, Select Specialty Hospital Belhaven, Wiser Hospital For Women And Infants, Conerly Critical Care Hospital Ummc, and Childrens Of Mississippi Hospital.
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- Where is Dr. Janet Ricks's office located?
- Dr. Janet Ricks's office is located at 764 Lakeland Dr, Jackson, MS, 39216.
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