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Summary
Dr. Spencer Rickwa is a family medicine physician who earned his Doctor of Osteopathy degree from Kansas City University of Medicine & Bioscience College of Osteopathic Medicine. With 24 years of experience in practice, he brings extensive knowledge to comprehensive family healthcare. Dr. Rickwa focuses on providing complete medical care for patients of all ages, emphasizing the osteopathic approach that considers the whole person in treatment and prevention.
Dr. Rickwa practices at multiple Kaiser Permanente locations throughout San Diego, California, and maintains an affiliation with California Hospital Medical Center. He treats common conditions such as abdominal pain, flank pain, and rhinitis. His practice includes preventive care services like flu vaccinations and diagnostic testing through comprehensive metabolic panels. Patients consistently rate him highly, giving him an average score of 5.0 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
Dr. Rickwa practices at multiple Kaiser Permanente locations throughout San Diego, California, and maintains an affiliation with California Hospital Medical Center. He treats common conditions such as abdominal pain, flank pain, and rhinitis. His practice includes preventive care services like flu vaccinations and diagnostic testing through comprehensive metabolic panels. Patients consistently rate him highly, giving him an average score of 5.0 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 24 years of experience
- 30 insurance plans accepted
- Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med
- 1 specialty
- 1 area of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 3 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Spencer Rickwa has 3 locationsKaiser Permanente Otay Mesa Medical Offices
4650 Palm AveSan Diego, CA 92154 Tel: (619) 528-5000
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
Sat9:00 am - 2:00 pm
SunClosed
Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center
9455 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92123 Tel: (858) 266-5000
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| 24 Years of Experience | 11 Years of Experience | 15 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English, Russian, Bulgarian, Ukrainian | |
| San Diego , CA | Long Beach , CA | Houston , TX | San Diego , CA |
| Med School: Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med | Med School: Western University of Health Sciences, DO | Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Spencer Rickwa
Medical Specialties
Dr. Spencer Rickwa has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Spencer Rickwa has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
24 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Doctor Of Osteopathy, California, 2025, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic MedGraduated in 2002
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Spencer Rickwa affiliated with?
- Dr. Spencer Rickwa is affiliated with California Hospital Medical Center.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Spencer Rickwa?
- You can find contact information for Dr. Spencer Rickwa here on Vitals.
- Does Dr. Spencer Rickwa accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Spencer Rickwa accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Where is Dr. Spencer Rickwa's office located?
- Dr. Spencer Rickwa's office is located at 4650 Palm Ave, San Diego, CA, 92154.
- Does Dr. Spencer Rickwa accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Spencer Rickwa has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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