4.5
97 Ratings with 87 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Thomas Rice is an ophthalmologist with 38 years of experience treating conditions affecting the eyes and vision. He completed his medical education at the University of Minnesota Medical School, building a strong foundation in eye care that has served patients across Minnesota and Wisconsin for nearly four decades. Dr. Rice speaks both English and Spanish, helping him connect with a diverse patient population.
Dr. Rice practices at multiple locations including Burnett Medical Center, United Hospital, and M Health Fairview Bethesda Hospital, with offices in Maplewood, Minnesota, Grantsburg, Wisconsin, and Saint Paul, Minnesota. He specializes in treating cataracts, nearsightedness, and age-related macular degeneration. His practice offers comprehensive eye exams, advanced retinal imaging, and optical coherence tomography to diagnose and monitor various eye conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.5 stars, reflecting their confidence in his experienced care.
Dr. Rice practices at multiple locations including Burnett Medical Center, United Hospital, and M Health Fairview Bethesda Hospital, with offices in Maplewood, Minnesota, Grantsburg, Wisconsin, and Saint Paul, Minnesota. He specializes in treating cataracts, nearsightedness, and age-related macular degeneration. His practice offers comprehensive eye exams, advanced retinal imaging, and optical coherence tomography to diagnose and monitor various eye conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.5 stars, reflecting their confidence in his experienced care.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 38 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- University Of Minnesota Medical School
- 87 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 12 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 4 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. Thomas John Rice has 4 locationsSaint Paul Eye Clinic Pa
1675 Beam Ave Ste 100Maplewood, MN 55109 Tel: (651) 770-1371
Mon8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 38 Years of Experience | 55 Years of Experience | 10 Years of Experience | 45 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | |||
| Maplewood , MN | Wayzata , MN | Minneapolis , MN | Minneapolis , MN |
| Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School | Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of North Dakota School Of Medicine & Health Sciences | Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Thomas John Rice has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Thomas John Rice has the following 12 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
38 Years Experience
Dr. Thomas John Rice holds active and expired medical licenses in the states of Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Minnesota that expires in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of Wisconsin that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Minnesota Medical School in 1988.
NPI Number
Dr. Rice's NPI number is 1225090020.
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