
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Teenagers
- Adults
- Geriatrics
Languages
- English
Provider Gender
MaleAbout Jonathan Rice and Banner Safety Practices
Care Philosophy
My focus is to evaluate and present all treatment options in a clear manner so that each individual feels empowered to make informed choices about their care. I believe in treating each person in a way that maximizes quality of life and the right to choose a treatment plan.
Specializing In
Lung cancer
Esophageal cancer
Robotic lobectomy
Minimally invasive lobectomy
Esphagectomy
Minimally invasive esphagectomy
Foregut disease
Hiatal hernia
Thymectomy
Lung masses
Pleural effusions
Mediastinal disease
Benign esophageal disease
Achalasia
Robotic Surgery
Interests & Activities
Outside of the hospital I enjoy spending time with my family, camping/hiking, photography and lifting weights.
Research and Publications
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Rice+JD&cauthor_id=37082302
Hospital Affiliations
Banner - University Medical Center Tucson
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Penn State Milton S Hershey Medical Center, Cardiothoracic Surgery, 2021
- Fellowship: University of Louisville School of Medicine, Cardiothoracic Surgery, 2019
- Residency: University of Louisville General Surgery, General Surgery, 2018
- Medical School: The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, 2011
Board Certifications
- Thoracic Surgery: American Board of Thoracic Surgery-Thoracic & Cardiac Surgery, 2023
- Surgery (General Surgery): American Board of Surgery, 2019
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Locations
- University of Arizona Cancer Center
- 3838 North Campbell Avenue, Building 1, Tucson, AZ 85719
- phone: 520-694-2873
- fax: 520-694-0255
- Banner - University Medical Group Sierra Vista
- 3533 Canyon De Flores, Suite C, Sierra Vista, AZ 85650
- phone: 520-458-2000
- fax: 520-458-1091
Testimonials
4.9 out of 5.0
50 ratingsAll patient experience ratings and testimonials are submitted by actual patients and verified by a leading independent customer experience company. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/20/2025
He is an excellent Dr. Explains things in a way anyone can understand, has a great bedside manner, is compassionate and informative and an excellent surgeon.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/20/2025
Very thorough and attentive
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/16/2025
Knowledge and explanation of action steps needed based on x-rays
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2025
He is a great doctor he listens to your concerns .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/9/2025
Dr Rice, and his Team, are professional, knowledgeable and approachable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/2/2025
I cant thank Banner enough for all the care I got through one of the hardest times of my life. Doctor Jonathan Rice is an angel. The care I got from Cancer Banner UA was GREAT . The compassion, and the professionalism from the doctor was super. All the nurses were very compassionate. Before my surgery doctor Rice's nurse David who took me back to the operating room put me at ease , talked to me and was super friendly. My whole experience I have to say was priceless. I would highly recommend Banner cancer center.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/16/2025
I am very happy to be under Dr. Rice's care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2025
He is very very nice , very informative. Takes time.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/10/2025
Great doctor. Takes his time to explain things.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2025
He and his team meet the needs of his patient immensely. All doctors were like him!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2025
Dr Rice is wonderful. He made me feel very comfortable. He is so easy to talk to.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2025
Good rapport and explained diagnoses thoroughly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2025
He is so personable and knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/12/2025
He clearly explained the details of my upcoming surgery and inspired confidence in his surgical skills.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2025
Great Doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/25/2025
Very thorough explaining test results, he listened to me and didn't rush. When I left I felt like I understood better what was happening to me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/24/2025
He was extremely pleasant and thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/17/2025
Kind and professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/10/2025
He treats me as if I am his only patient and takes all of the time necessary to address my concerns and answer my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/6/2025
He took time to explain everything in detail and answer all of our many questions. Excellent experience with Dr. Rice!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/23/2025
I knew in the first couple of minutes into my appointment that is the doctor that I needed to have, to help me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/25/2025
Good and caring Doctors, nurses and other employees
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/14/2025
Very knowledgeable and polite cares for your well being
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/4/2025
Excellent caring doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/25/2025
He is very positive and made me feel comfortable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/21/2025
Dr. Rice to took the time to explain my condition and available options fully. Answered my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/21/2025
Dr.Rice to took the time to explain my condition and available options fully. Answered my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/19/2025
I was very impressed with Dr Rice and his team !!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/19/2025
I was very impressed with Dr Rice and his team!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/18/2025
Treats me as an individual. Listens and patiently explains options
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/30/2024
Caring, friendly and most of all informing regarding information. Not rushed during our visit. He listened and answered questions throughly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/24/2024
Dr. Rice discussed my case thoroughly with great details. He showed my CT scans explaining each film. He gave me the opportunity to ask questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/19/2024
Friendly and explained everything.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2025
He was very nice and once he got to see me, he took his time and was not rushed. And he also seemed very knowledgeable.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2025
I felt he listened to me and answered my questions
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/31/2025
He was honest and got straight to the point, explained why he wouldn't operate on me and what would happen if he did then answered my questions better than anyone else had up to this point