Kevin Eric Rice

Kevin Eric Rice MD

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Ophthalmology
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4.8 / 5 (based on 434 Reviews) View 114 Comments

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Hospital/Group Affiliation

PIH Health Whittier Hospital

PIH Health Physicians

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Gender

Male

Specialties

  • Ophthalmology

Education

Medical School

Loma Linda University School of Medicine

Internship

Loma Linda University Medical Center

Residency

University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Graduate Medical Education

Board Certifications

  • Ophthalmology

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Patient Reviews

July 01, 2026
wait was about an hour I had too ask what is up no one told me anything
June 26, 2026
The Dr. listened to what the probl;em was with my eye. Inspected it, Ordered a prescrption and a referral for a specialist to look at my eye for possible surgery.
June 24, 2026
This was my first visit with Dr. Rice. He was amazing and put me at ease. I will see him again in 6 mo. I would recommend him to my family.
June 24, 2026
I was seen at 2:30 as my appointment had been scheduled for. I told them I had a pick up at 3:30. It was my first visit so they accommodated me very well to make sure I didn't miss my ride that was scheduled very friendly very respectful and my doctor Rice was very very informative
June 22, 2026
My experience with Dr Rice and his staff was amazing and professional. They took me in right away due to my circumstances. Super fantastic! This has nothing to do with my visit but any time I get an opportunity I want PIH know that it is really wrong to charge for parking at the hospital. It is a "community" hospital and for middle and lower income it is terrible that they must pay to visit their loved one or I was waiting to pay for my parking and the PHI patient in front of me clearly battling serious cancer was digging in her purse for money. I of course helped her but that's not the point. She shouldn't stress trying to find money for parking nor should patients or families.
June 17, 2026
My appointment was at 4pm did not see the eye doctor till 5:35 waited for over an hour half I'm a pretty patient person but that was unexceptionable when I came out the office staff had already left for the day didn't leave until after 6 pm
June 09, 2026
I was very disappointed with the way I was not seen on the time of my actual schedule appointment. I did the online check in and was told to arrive 15 minutes early to avoid any delays but still waited 30 minutes after till I got called I was ready to leave. luckily I spoke the technician and he gave me a few minutes to hear me out. I appreciate that.
June 08, 2026
Hi, I just wanted to let you know that I thought the doctor was very knowledgeable and was willing to share that knowledge instead of just letting me sit there watching him move around and doing things. He explained everything, even if I didn't understand it, explained it so I could understand it. Very knowledgeable and I wish all of her doctors at PIH were like him. Thank you.
June 08, 2026
Courteous staff Doctor explained everything well.
June 05, 2026
It was my first time at that facility. I didn't know what to expect. Your team is exceeded my expectations.
June 04, 2026
Although I waited 45 mins to be seen by Dr Rice he was well worth the wait. He apologized for the delay but was extremely thorough in his examination and answered all my questions. At no point did I ever feel he was rushing through the exam. He was methodical and deliberate and explained things in a way I could understand. He was very knowledgeable and confident and made me feel at ease from the start. He spent a considerable amount of time with me and therefore I felt, all things considered, I would have waited an hour happily for the kind of service, professional and attention I received. I am so grateful that he is my diabetic ophthalmologist. Wish there were more doctors like him.!!!!!!
June 01, 2026
Dr. Rice was very thorough and extremely kind and really, really took his time to explain my condition thoroughly. I really appreciated him.
June 01, 2026
Great and very informative treatment
May 27, 2026
Need my appointment in 6 months, I need 7 months due to being gone. Only problem was the December calendar wasn't available, have to call back.. No big problem
May 26, 2026
Dr. Rice was very informative and helpful at my visit. However, the receptionist that checked me in, she tried to charge me a higher copay. I tried to explain to her my benefits and I know that it was less of a copay. I have to speak to one of the managers or somebody in charge and they had to fix it. She didn't really care to listen to me, what I had to say. So I feel that I've done that position before there at PIH. and I know how that job is and patients are always first and I feel that I wasn't put first. Thank you and have a great day. Bye-bye.
May 26, 2026
There great...
May 26, 2026
The doctor was very courteous and understanding with my concerns. Will definitely see him again.
May 26, 2026
It was a very pleasant experience all around
May 22, 2026
This office is such an uplifting experience! I was treated by Dr. (name removed) at one visit and Dr. Rice at two others. The office personnel get along so well and treat patients in the same way. Both of the doctors were very caring, kind and knowledgeable. I haven't had a better experience anywhere!!!
May 22, 2026
Thank you, excellent doctor, Mr. Dr. Kevin Rice. He was very, very efficient and very helpful. I thank PIH for all the help. Bye.
May 21, 2026
My recent visit with the doctor was excellent. I highly recommend his care. The staff there are very kind and friendly. I was very happy, and thank you so much for the service.
May 21, 2026
Yes, I'm (PHI removed), and I saw Dr. Rice on Thursday the 21st. I liked the service from everyone in the office, from him personally, everything. But I feel that to diagnose what I had, this is what they diagnosed me with during my initial exam at my doctor's office, Dr. (name removed), perhaps some more in-depth tests were needed, where they check everything with a machine that allows them to look deeper into the eye, because I went there for something related to my retina. Thank you.
May 18, 2026
What I liked most was that I don't speak English, so the person who translated for me was incredibly helpful and did a fantastic job. The doctor listened to everything I wanted to say through the translator, and he answered all my questions, so I'm very happy. Thank you.
May 15, 2026
I Love this facility
May 15, 2026
Dr. Rice made time to see me despite a full schedule. His easy-going manner helped set me at ease about my eye problem. He clearly knew his stuff, and was able to explain it to me very well.
May 13, 2026
Extremely attentive and helpful
May 13, 2026
Liked him very much. Professional, friendly, and good bedside manner. Very smart Doctor!
May 08, 2026
Dr. Rice and Dr. Rice's staff were great. I was able to get an appointment as quick as possible and I was really, really appreciated that. And Dr. Rice was great, very nice doctor, listened to everything I had to say. And I would definitely recommend Dr. Rice and Dr. (name removed) office and staff to family and friends. He was a great doctor and he listened intently to what I had to say and asked if I had any questions after the appointment. So I really appreciated him. I will definitely recommend him to anybody I speak to. He requires the same service as I do. Thank you.
May 07, 2026
Yes, this is (PHI removed) and I definitely liked Dr. Kevin Rice. He was so experienced, so knowledgeable and so kind and also very handsome. And I would tell everybody about him. I've already told a lot of people about my experience with Dr. Rice and he was so wonderful. He explained everything so well and I really enjoyed hearing what he said and I know my eyes will get better and also I tell you, he looked like a movie star. Thank you.
May 06, 2026
I think the improvement for the visit with the doctor's office would be less wait time. I waited two hours and 15 minutes to see him. My appointment was at 3:15 and I didn't see the doctor until 5:30. I think that is too much time to wait for a provider considering that I did have to go back to work and I was unable to. Otherwise, I think that his service was excellent and I would recommend him, but I would not recommend that office. Thank you.
May 06, 2026
This office staff is AMAZING!!! Front desk was super nice and took me in urgently, as I was having some urgent issues. They took me in right away and the doctor was equally amazing!! Super nice, checked me out thoroughly and explained everything!!!!
May 04, 2026
Good
April 29, 2026
The nurse (name removed) was Awesome, she listened to everything I had concerns about, put it in the notes, and Dr Rice touched base on it. Very satisfied, I'm a little disappointed with my date to see the Optometrist because it's 3 months from now and I need new glasses badly, but it is what it is, if a cancellation comes in, please notify me. Thank you for your time.
April 28, 2026
They were very kind and understood me very well; I recommend them.
April 20, 2026
Nice good doctor explains everything
April 17, 2026
I just want to thank Dr. Rice and the office. Everybody was really nice. Thank you very much.
April 17, 2026
Dr. Rice was wonderful. He explained to me everything. I was very satisfied with my visit. Thank you.
April 16, 2026
hard to get appointments in a timely manner
April 15, 2026
I was very pleased with the visit as staff was very efficient & Dr. Rice was excellent.
April 14, 2026
I was happy you answered all my questions and I would definitely refer you to my friends and family.
April 13, 2026
Everything is so good I'm so happy
April 03, 2026
Everyone was nice and friendly well organized too
April 01, 2026
Dr Rice was awesome. He took the time to listen to what was wrong and gave a thorough explanation in a way that was easy to comprehend. Much appreciated!
March 31, 2026
The doctor's service was great. The parking at that facility is horrible. Thank you.
March 30, 2026
Thank you very much. Dr. Kevin was very nice. Social staff was very good. And I really appreciate everything they did for me. Thank you very much. Have a good day.
March 23, 2026
Best doc appt in a long time. He really knows his eye care and explains what he is doing & finding as he goes. He is definitely worth the drive to Norwalk.
March 23, 2026
The patient care is excellent and very fast; they are very professional.
March 23, 2026
He was very kind and gracious and caring and listened to all my needs about my eyes. I would highly recommend him. He has a good bedside manner. Thank you and God bless. Bye.
March 20, 2026
For the first time, a doctor gave me the most thorough examination and explained every aspect of it. I feel very confident in my treatment and my continued health.
March 20, 2026
Great doctor and staff.
March 19, 2026
I just, I liked the doctor very much. He was very kind, very nice, and answered my questions. And it was a little late, but I think he had, he was doing something with another patient before he got to me, but that's fine. He was, like I said, very pleasant and I really look forward to going back to see him. And in a few, several months I have to make an appointment. Anyway, take care. I really like the staff there. Thank you very much. Bye.
March 18, 2026
He was such a caring doctor. He listened and asked me questions. He is the first doctor in a long time to actually listen to what I had to say. He is very concerned about my health. Highly recommend him to family and friends
March 13, 2026
Yes, everything was great. Thank you.
March 11, 2026
Other than long wait times, I was very pleased.
March 10, 2026
Dr. Rice is really a super good physician. It was my first visit and I really liked him and I just can't wait until I get my surgery done. I have confidence in him and he was very honest and I really liked him.
March 03, 2026
Dr. (name removed) is, I guess it's (name removed), is good, but he is not scheduled for me to go back. He asked that I schedule an appointment to go back for him to check something that he wanted to check that he couldn't check with my eyes dilated. I'm sitting here waiting for an opportunity to make an appointment with him before it gets to be so late in my current medical experience that it becomes inconvenient and hard to stay in track of. And I'm a senior citizen by a long shot. So I think that moving these doctors around and in very
March 02, 2026
Very courteous and knowledgeable and pleasant and not rushed at all.
February 23, 2026
Excellent doctor and staff.
February 19, 2026
My name is (PHI removed), and I'm a patient of the doctor. He treated me very well and dedicated ample time to me. He listened to everything I told him about my pain and my illness. He gave me his full attention, and I feel very good, very happy to know that I... that I got the doctor because he was very kind to me and very attentive. And thank God, I feel much better now that I've seen him. Thank you.
February 19, 2026
No overall it was a great visit
February 18, 2026
Dr. Rice was both friendly and professional.
February 18, 2026
This was a wonderful experience. Everything went well. The nurse explained everything. The doctor was excellent.
February 18, 2026
Provider showed respect and consideration for patient's concerns. Knowledgeable.
February 18, 2026
Convenient, free parking, and relatively short waiting time.
February 09, 2026
Dr. Rice was excellent, was very thorough, answered all my questions, and I was really impressed with his communication with me and making me understand what was happening. I will definitely be back.
February 09, 2026
Extremely pleased with Dr. Rice. Very kind, thorough and patient as well as his staff.
February 03, 2026
Yes, I liked working with Dr. Rice yesterday. He was very friendly and informative, answered my questions that I asked him, and a very nice gentleman. I would definitely go back for another visit with him. Thank you.
January 30, 2026
Loved it
January 30, 2026
I'm very happy with what they asked for and everything is perfect for me. Thank you.
January 30, 2026
the waiting to see the DR. was a bit too long, about 45 minutes after my eyes were dilated. but once inside with DR Kevin Rice every thing went smooth. he is a truly professional. I would love to be seen by Dr. Kevin Rice again.
January 29, 2026
Excellent reception and explanation about my problem
January 29, 2026
Great customer service Very organized and professional staff
January 28, 2026
Dr. Rice is an excellent doctor, very knowledgeable and thorough. I will definitely be back.
January 27, 2026
I was very impressed with the professionalism and friendliness of the staff and the doctor. It's not something you see every day. I'm happy to have experienced it.
January 20, 2026
My experience with Dr.Rice and staff was pleasant . I recommend this ophthalmologist to family and friends very professional all aspect !
January 20, 2026
Doctor and staff highly professional and friendly. Had a very comfortable experience and would recommend this office to family and friends.
January 19, 2026
I was able to schedule same day due to an emergency with my eye being injured. From scheduling the office staff and the Doctor who was very personable,. I had a really good experience thank you!
January 14, 2026
It was a long wait. My appointment was at 3:30. I was the last person to leave. It was after 5. The room was packed like a herd of animals in there. The chairs were so close, everybody was like touching shoulders. The chairs should be separated and people coughing with no masks and it was just bad. bad. That's my only complaint. To stay that long and I even got there early and to be the last one out the door and that was ridiculous. I know they're busy, whatever, but they shouldn't book people if they're that behind. That's my main complaint. Too many people and it was, like I said, I've never waited that long in a doctor's office.
January 14, 2026
Excellent!
January 14, 2026
Everyone was extra nice and it was excellent. On the first question, I pushed the wrong thing. I meant to push four. Everything was perfect. Thank you.
January 08, 2026
The doctor said in English that he was covering for another doctor and a nurse, and they couldn't find what's wrong with my eyes, which are bothering me a lot and making it hard to drive. He gave me an appointment for another two months because he said he couldn't tell what the problem was right now. The doctor didn't know much, and if they do, they're just playing games. Because if I cross the border into Mexico, they'll cure me in the blink of an eye. I don't understand what's going on. Thank you.
January 07, 2026
Excellent exam & explanation.
December 30, 2025
Everybody was great. Only the wait time fell under the mark. Appointment was for 1:30. I don't think I got in until like 2:30. So that time element needs improvement. I know you're really busy there, but that's the only thing. Thank you. Bye-bye.
December 17, 2025
The doctor I saw really wore me out. He had so much to say. All I can say is more information than I needed, I would say. Anyway, yeah, he's good, but just a little too much information for me. I was tired when I left.
December 15, 2025
Excellent service from Dr. Rice and his nurses. I'm very happy because they treated me very well and were very kind and respectful. Thank you.
December 11, 2025
It was THE BEST EXPERIENCE I HAVE HAD WITH A PHYSICIAN IN 40 YEARS.
December 10, 2025
Dr. Rice did an excellent job explaining everything in a clear and concise manner. He took his time and answered every question I could think of and explained his answers clearly. Moving to California made me unsure of what type of medical care I would find here. My appointment with Dr. Rice made me very confident in his care for my old eyes.
December 08, 2025
Excellent. Thank you.
December 05, 2025
Yes, this was the first time I saw Kevin Rice, Dr. Kevin Rice, and he explained a lot of information on my eye and why I'm having to see the eye doctor. So, yeah, I'm going to try to go back to him again next time. And I just wanted to let you know that he did a great job and gave me more information than I've received in the past. Have a good day.
December 04, 2025
Dr. Rice was so caring and listened to my concerns. I look forward t o my follow up visit with him in January 2026. (Name removed) was awesome with the protesting prior t o Dr. coming in.
December 02, 2025
From the front desk to the doctor, everyone treated me with kindness and respect.
December 01, 2025
There are two waiting rooms. They placed us in the front waiting Room and forgot we were there. Our appointment was at 2:00pm and the Dr. did not call us until 4:20pm. The Dr said he called us earlier but we did not respond. The reason we did not respond is because the staff placed us in another waiting room and then forgot we were there.
November 26, 2025
Dr rice is an excellent addition to your staff .
November 25, 2025
Dr. Kevin Rice is a very knowledgeable and cares for his patient. He was so patient and talked or explained everything to me in detail using the most simple words that I could understand my health condition, taking hs time and never in a hurry to get rid of me.
November 25, 2025
Staff were courteaus, Dr Rice was very professional, explain well what is hapenning, to my eyes , discuss well the treatment plan. I am very happy to met him as my new eye Doctor.
November 18, 2025
Dr. Rice was amazing. He was very thorough and took his time to explain everything he was doing and why he was doing it. I would absolutely recommend him to everyone in need of eye care.
November 14, 2025
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November 13, 2025
I'm very happy with Dr. Rice Kevin service. He was very professional, took the time to run tests to determine the source of my pain. I'm very satisfied with the results and have a follow-up appointment. Thank you Dr. Kevin for your patience and support.
November 12, 2025
It was the most thorough eye exam I've ever had.. The provider was excellent
November 12, 2025
Dr Rice explained everything thoroughly. He was very easy to speak with and was very knowledgeable.
November 11, 2025
Dr. Rice and Staff are the best! I went in without an appointment because of a swollen eye. The Staff employee at the front office checked to see if a Doctor could fit me in. Dr. Rice graciously fit me in. He checked my eye told me what was going on and explained throughly what the problem was and gave me instructions on how to treat my eye at home. Happy to say my eye is improving.
November 10, 2025
Dr. Kevin, the nurse (name removed), all the staff in the front desk treat me like a family. I'm very, very happy to be patient for them. Totally, I recommend Dr. Karen for all my family. Thank you so much. I really appreciate it. I'm so happy. I trust in you and Dr. Karen is so, so extremely, extremely friendly and patient and always listen to me. Thank you, Dr. Karen.
November 10, 2025
Everyone was polite and respectful and DR explained everything
November 07, 2025
Yes, I was very pleased with the way that this doctor treated me. He was kind and listened to my concerns and looked for the best treatment for me. So it was kind and caring.
November 07, 2025
Dr. Rice is an excellent ophthalmologist! I am very, very satisfied with his service. He deserves a raise.
November 07, 2025
Dr. Rice was patience, provided and educate me with my eye issue. Great asset to PIH.
November 07, 2025
The doctor was very kind and polite the whole time and had a lot of patience with my mother, who is 94 years old, which I greatly appreciated.
October 30, 2025
dr. was very knowledgeable explained everything to me in which I understood. Thank you.
October 29, 2025
He was good very polite and explain everything To me
October 28, 2025
Dr. Rice is a G. He's a very kind man and was extremely thorough.
October 28, 2025
Dr Rice saw me because my regular doctor was not able to see me. Dr Rice was so patient with me & answered all my questions he's very knowledgeable in his field he made me feel very comfortable & I'm sure my problem will go away with his help
October 24, 2025
I waited 55 minutes to see Dr Rice.
October 23, 2025
Dr. Rice was very respectful and explain in detail what my issue was.
October 22, 2025
It was Dr. Rice's first day in the office, and I totally appreciated his candor in expressing his working through the 'new stuff' and navigating his way. He was very professional, explained this growth on my eyelid in detail, and gave a couple of options to deal with it. Very down to earth and personable, very easy to talk to, yet I felt confident that he was knowledgeable. Welcome to the Eye Center, Dr.Rice!
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