Summary

Dr. Thomas Kipps is an oncologist and hematologist who specializes in treating blood cancers and blood disorders. He earned his medical degree from Harvard Medical School and completed his residency at Stanford University School of Medicine. With 47 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Kipps brings extensive expertise to his practice. He is fluent in both German and English.

Dr. Kipps is affiliated with University of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center and practices in San Diego, California. He has particular expertise in treating chronic lymphocytic leukemia. His practice includes performing complete blood counts, immunology and serology testing, and white blood cell differential analysis to help diagnose and monitor blood-related conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.8 out of 5.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 47 years of experience
  • 25 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks German, English
  • Stanford University School Of Medicine
  • 3 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

UC San Diego Health

9400 Compass Point Dr SSan Diego, CA 92126
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Thomas James Kipps, MD, PhDDr. Virginia Von Schaefer, MDDr. Eric Louis Sievers, MDDr. Swati A Shah, MD
OncologyOncologyOncologyHematology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
47 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks German, English Speaks English
San Diego , CASan Clemente , CASAN DIEGO , CACarlsbad , CA
Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Thomas James Kipps

  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • CalOptima
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin
  • Humana - HMO
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Thomas James Kipps has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Thomas James Kipps has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
  • Bone Marrow and Lymphatic Tissue Cancer (Hematologic Neoplasm)
  • Chronic B-Cell Lymphocytic Leukemia
  • Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Hematologist
  • Hepatitis C
  • Leukemia
  • Lymphoma
  • Multiple Myeloma (Cancer of Plasma Cells)
  • Oncologist

Certifications, License, & Education

47 Years Experience

Thomas James Kipps holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Stanford University School Of Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from Harvard Medical School in 1979.

NPI Number

Thomas James Kipps' NPI number is 1306861950.

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Thomas Kipps is affiliated with University Of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center.
What languages does Thomas Kipps speak?
Thomas Kipps speaks German and English.
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