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Dr. Thomas Kipps, MD

Hematology* Age 72
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Dr. Thomas Kipps, MD

Hematology* Age 72
La Jolla, CA
Accepting new patients
45 years of experience
Dr. Thomas Kipps, MD is a Hematologist in La Jolla, CA.

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Dr. Kipps graduated from HARVARD Medical School in 1979 and completed a residency at Stanford University Medical Center.Dr. Thomas Kipps, MD is a Hematologist in La Jolla, CA and has 45 years experience. Dr. Kipps currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with UC San Diego Health Hillcrest Hillcrest Medical Center and Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido. Dr. Kipps has experience treating conditions like Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Kipps received an average rating of 4.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 6 times. Dr. Kipps' office accepts new patients. Dr. Kipps also speaks German. Dr. Kipps is board certified in Hematology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
Hypogammaglobulinemia
Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
Hypogammaglobulinemia
Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
Hypogammaglobulinemia
Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Acquired Hemolytic Anemia
Anemia
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Bleeding Disorders
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Immune Thrombocytopenia
Leukocytosis
Myeloma
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Acute Leukemia
Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS)
Central Nervous System Lymphoma
Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML)
Cryoglobulinemia
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Diffuse Follicle Center Lymphoma
Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma
Follicular Lymphoma Grade 2
Hemophilia
Hemophilia A
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Lymphoma
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Sickle Cell Disease
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Vitamin B Deficiency
Anemia and Iron Deficiency Screening
Bone Marrow Biopsy
Erythropoietin Test
Plasmapheresis

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  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO

Locations

  1. 1 UCSD Heath Care
    3855 Health Sciences Dr, La Jolla, CA 92093
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 534-5400
  2. 2 Regents of the University of California
    9400 Campus Point Dr, La Jolla, CA 92093
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 822-6100
  3. 3 Office
    3855 Health Sciences Dr Ste 1102, La Jolla, CA 92093
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 822-6100

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Feb 12, 2019
He is an exceptional and distinguished doctor. He has an international reputation especially in CLL community. He has dedicated his career to cancer research. I was very glad of his close interest in my general health situation and eleborative examination during my appointment with him.
Zeki AKBAS in Turkey — Feb 12, 2019
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Languages Spoken
German
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Hematology
Internal Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • HARVARD Medical School
    1979
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Hematology and Internal Medicine
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Stanford University Medical Center
    1980
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Stanford University Medical Center
    1981
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Stanford University Medical Center
    1981
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Thomas Kipps, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Kipps' profile.

Dr. Kipps frequently treats the following conditions: Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Thomas Kipps, MD is affiliated with UC San Diego Health Hillcrest Hillcrest Medical Center and Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido.

Yes, Dr. Thomas Kipps, MD holds board certification in Hematology and Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • UC San Diego Health Hillcrest Hillcrest Medical Center

    200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA

  • Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido

    555 E Valley Pkwy, Escondido, CA