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Summary
Dr. Robert Rice is a thoracic surgeon with two decades of experience serving patients in Augusta, Georgia. He earned his medical degree from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F E Hebert School of Medicine and has dedicated his career to advanced surgical care of the heart and chest. His expertise spans both general surgery and the specialized field of thoracic surgery, focusing on complex cardiovascular procedures.
Dr. Rice practices at several respected medical facilities throughout Augusta, including Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center, Piedmont Augusta Hospital, and Piedmont Augusta Hospital Summerville Campus. He specializes in treating coronary artery disease and provides expert care for heart conditions affecting both men and women. His surgical expertise includes coronary artery bypass procedures, minimally-invasive heart surgery, and off-pump bypass operations. Patients consistently rate his care highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 out of 5.
Dr. Rice practices at several respected medical facilities throughout Augusta, including Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center, Piedmont Augusta Hospital, and Piedmont Augusta Hospital Summerville Campus. He specializes in treating coronary artery disease and provides expert care for heart conditions affecting both men and women. His surgical expertise includes coronary artery bypass procedures, minimally-invasive heart surgery, and off-pump bypass operations. Patients consistently rate his care highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 out of 5.
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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
- 4 hospital affiliations
- 6 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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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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| Dr. Robert Douglas Rice, MD | Dr. Anna Lisa Naig, MD | Dr. Linda Atteberry | Dr. Benjamin Gray Allen |
| Surgery | Surgery | Surgery | Surgery |
| 20 Years of Experience | 35 Years of Experience | 46 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | ||
| Augusta , GA | Fort Eisenhower , GA | Augusta , GA | Findlay , OH |
| Med School: Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Nevada School Of Medicine | Med School: Wake Forest University | Med School: Wake Forest School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Robert Douglas Rice
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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
Dr. Robert Douglas Rice holds an expired medical license in the state of Georgia.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Georgia that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine in 2006.
NPI Number
Dr. Rice's NPI number is 1841461027.
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- Dr. Robert Rice's office is located at 1120 15th St Ba 8412, Augusta, GA, 30912.
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