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Summary
Dr. Robert Rice is a thoracic surgeon who specializes in advanced heart and chest procedures. He earned his medical degree from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F E Hebert School of Medicine and brings 20 years of surgical experience to his practice. Dr. Rice focuses on both general surgery and thoracic surgery, providing comprehensive care for patients requiring complex cardiac and chest procedures.
Dr. Rice practices at several prominent medical facilities throughout Augusta, Georgia, including Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center and Piedmont Augusta Hospital. He specializes in treating coronary artery disease and performs advanced procedures such as coronary artery bypass surgery and minimally-invasive heart surgery. His expertise includes off-pump bypass procedures, which can reduce recovery time for many patients. Patients consistently rate Dr. Rice highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.
Dr. Rice practices at several prominent medical facilities throughout Augusta, Georgia, including Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center and Piedmont Augusta Hospital. He specializes in treating coronary artery disease and performs advanced procedures such as coronary artery bypass surgery and minimally-invasive heart surgery. His expertise includes off-pump bypass procedures, which can reduce recovery time for many patients. Patients consistently rate Dr. Rice highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.
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Quick Facts
- 20 years of experience
- Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 1 area of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 4 hospital affiliations
- 6 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Robert Douglas Rice has 6 locationsPiedmont Augusta Hospital Summerville Campus
2260 Wrightsboro RdAugusta, GA 30904 Tel: (706) 481-7000
University Hospital Cardiac And Thoracic Surgery
1348 Walton Way Ste 5700Augusta, GA 30901 Tel: (706) 722-8242
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 - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | ||
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| Med School: Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine | Med School: Creighton University School Of Medicine | Med School: Medical College Of Georgia School Of Medicine | Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Robert Douglas Rice has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Robert Douglas Rice has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
20 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Georgia, 2025, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of MedicineGraduated in 2006
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- Dr. Robert Rice is affiliated with Wellstar Mcg Health Medical Center, Piedmont Augusta Hospital, Hilton Head Hospital, and Piedmont Augusta Hospital Summerville Campus.
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