Dr. Philip A. Rush, MD | Pleasant Hill, CA | Pediatrics

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Dr. Rush graduated from the University of Illinois At Chicago College of Medicine in 1971. He works in Pleasant Hill, CA and 2 other locations and specializes in Pediatrics. Dr. Rush is affiliated with Walnut Creek Medical Center, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center and Kaiser Permanente Walnut Creek Medical Center.

accepting new patients
4.3

41 Ratings
55 years of experience
speaks Spanish, English
University Of Chicago Medicine
13 written reviews
1 specialty
5 areas of expertise
1 board certification
3 hospital affiliations
4 office locations
Male

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Dr. Rush is the best! He really cares for the well-being of all kids.

June 30th, 2016

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My 2 children have patients of Dr. Rush for 4 yrs. In a professional and personal opinion there isn't a better pediatrician! He's a consummate professional!

August 11th, 2015

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Unfortunately Dr. Rush eagerly dismissed my 4 year old child who has been with him since a newborn because I made a mistake as a worried parent. I feel that this is a very uncaring move as a doctor. My child has been having some very difficult health issues and it is very unsettling to know that a pediatrician could so easily dump my child. If he is going to be your child's pediatrician make sure you don't make a mistake or ELSE!

March 11th, 2015

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THE BEST!

January 12th, 2015

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My daughters have been patients of Dr Rush for more than 10 years. We have had wonderful care from him, from routine visits to an emergency situation. We love Dr. Rush.

October 5th, 2014

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Dr. Rush has been my children's doctor since they were infants. He is very caring, funny, insightful and makes my children feel at ease. He was the doctor who originally diagnosed my son with Type 1 Diabetes when he was seven. He was calm and reassuring during a very stressful time. In addition, he has a great staff- friendly and helpful. I would wholeheartedly recommend him to your family! Thanks, Dr. Rush.

November 8th, 2013

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We've been going to Dr Rush for the last 8 years and I recommend him to everyone who asks. Love his office, his staff and the thoroughness we experience with every visit. He's so knowledgeable and has an amazing raport with the kids. Gentle, kind and genuinely caring!

August 16th, 2013

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dr rush is a good doctor very knowledgeable.. however his staff mostly the blonde lady in front she refuses to reveal her name. is rude unkind doesn't care about children and I have no idea WHY she is working there. she double set an appt for my child and then without my acknowledgement , then dropped my child as a patient because i missed an appointment I wasn't aware of. if I was basing my overall experience off courteous staff a BIG MINUS ZERO 0 - that doesnt exist here.and they dont give appt call reminders and you have to set a physical 5 months out that is crazy ..he needs to be full he is overworked and makes long time patients wait forever.........

May 7th, 2013

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Dr. Rush is the most awesome pediatrician! Has cared for my son for over 12 years. Very insightful, cares for the whole child, has vast experience and compassion. He's one in a million, for sure.

September 24th, 2012

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never answers phone calls, never gets back to me, doesn't have time!

March 9th, 2012

John Muir Health Physician Network Pediatrics

2675 Pleasant Hill RdPleasant Hill, CA 94523

Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

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John Muir Health

2675 Pleasant Hill RdPleasant Hill, CA 94523

Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Walnut Creek Pediatric Wellness

1844 San Miguel Dr Ste 310Walnut Creek, CA 94596

Tel: (925) 937-6000

Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:30 am - 4:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Kaiser Permanente Walnut Creek Medical Center

1425 S Main StWalnut Creek, CA 94596

Tel: (925) 295-4000


Dr. Philip A Rush, MD	Dr. Matthew Heeren, MD	Dr. Gilbert Chang, MD	Dr. Tracy Ching-Hue Burton
Pediatrics	Pediatrics	Pediatrics	Pediatrics
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.3 (41 Ratings)	4.8 (12 Ratings)	4.4 (5 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
55 Years of Experience	25 Years of Experience	30 Years of Experience	18 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, English	Speaks Spanish, English	Speaks Spanish, English	Speaks Chinese, Spanish
Pleasant Hill , CA	Vacaville , CA	Fairfield , CA	Franklin , TN
Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine	Med School: The Robert Larner Md College Of Medicine At The University Of Vermont	Med School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School	Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine
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Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Expired

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University Of Chicago Medicine

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University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of MedicineGraduated in 1971

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Which hospitals is Dr. Philip Rush affiliated with?: Dr. Philip Rush is affiliated with Walnut Creek Medical Center, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, and Kaiser Permanente Walnut Creek Medical Center.
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What languages does Dr. Philip Rush speak?: Dr. Philip Rush speaks Spanish and English.
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