Dr. Thomas W. Rice | Cleveland, OH | Thoracic Surgery

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Dr. Rice graduated from the University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine in 1978. Dr. Rice works in Cleveland, OH and 1 other location and specializes in Thoracic Surgery.

4.4

29 Ratings
48 years of experience
1 insurance plan accepted
speaks English
University Of Toronto Faculty Of Medicine
11 written reviews
1 specialty
2 office locations

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The good Lord and Dr. Rice saved my life 12 years ago I had esophageal cancer and I just survived my 12th year I’m so grateful to him I will still wish I could shake his hand and give him a big hug God bless you Dr. Rice

July 14th, 2021

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He has the bedside manner of a moron

March 27th, 2018

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Arrogant, rude, poor bedside manner, insulting, and could not admit/accept his surgery was a total screw-up. Living yrs. later with complications & yes no lawsuit because I wouldn't have been able to get all the records (my chart was conveniently thinned) and expert testimony, plus had been through enough.

January 13th, 2018

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He is the greatest doctor.With out him, I would not be alive today.

November 21st, 2017

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He saved my husbands life!

July 9th, 2017

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HE SAVED MY LIFE , AND THANK HIM FOR ME . I WILL NEVER FORGET HIM , GOD BLESS DR RICE

December 31st, 2014

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GREAT DOCTOR , EVERYTHING I CAN SAY IS GOOD HE SAVED MY LIFE. I RATE HIM AS THE GREATEST DOCTOR I KNOW NEXT TO DOCTOR JESUS CHRIST . DOCTOR IS ONE OF MY HERO'S. CLEVELAND CLINIC SHOULD BE PROUD TO HAVE A GREAT DOCTOR LIKE THAT ON STAFT

October 10th, 2013

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Dr. Rice knows a lot, tells you a lot and he talks fast. As a patient be ready to pay attention. He listens well although his bedside manner is not of one of a sympathetic, understanding caregiver" . A better typing of his character would be a "scientist". He has a quick, ironic sense of humor too. I have not had surgery with him, but if I had, as he confidently told me, I'd be better off than I am. Also he is the ONLY doctor of the many I have seen who listened and did not dismiss my explanation of why I thought several conditions I have are related. One year later, he told me about research that confirmed my suspicions. All this took about 5 minutes of conversation over 2 years, but not a minute of that time was wasted on empty pleasantries. Moreover, he thought through the situation during the year between my visits to the clinic.

October 8th, 2013

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To diagnosis my problem he needed to do an endoscopy.He refused to give me enough medication so I could sleep. I felt everything. I even was able to point to my hand with the IV indicating more meds. He pushed my hand away. His bed side manner is rude. He has an arrogant attitude. I would never allow or trust him to complete a surgery for me. I would be afraid his arrogance would get in the way of doing his job.

September 20th, 2012

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Dr Rice is caring for a family member that has had a total esophagectomy and partial gastrectomy whom has encountered some very rare complications. His knowledge base and experience are astounding. He is confident in the care he provides and does not give false hope. He is a realist and at the same time faces so many critical circumstances with such a positive outlook. He educates and reassures his patients and their families. I recommend him to anyone looking for a good doc in his areas of expertise.

June 27th, 2012

Dr. Thomas W Rice

9500 Euclid AveCleveland, OH 44195

Tel: (216) 444-6899

Dr. Thomas W Rice

31599 Trillium TrlCleveland, OH 44124

Tel: (216) 445-6860


Dr. Thomas W Rice	Dr. Maximo Cueto Garcia, MD	Dr. Matthew Thompson	Dr. Min-Young Kwak
Thoracic Surgery	Surgery	Vascular Surgery	Thoracic Surgery
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4.4 (29 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
48 Years of Experience	62 Years of Experience	2 Years of Experience	12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Cleveland , OH	Westlake , OH	Cleveland , OH	Rochester , NY
Med School: University Of Toronto Faculty Of Medicine	Med School: Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation	Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine	Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine
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