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Brian First, MD

Medical doctor (MD)

Internal medicine

(board certified)

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Ritchken and First, MDs

858-292-0108

4282 Genesee Ave
Suite 103
San Diego, CA 92117


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  1. Ritchken and First, MDs

    4282 Genesee Ave
    Suite 103
    San Diego, CA 92117
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    858-292-0108


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About Brian First, MD

I have cared for patients over the age of 65 for 35 years and have found interacting with older patients and their families not only a humbling and deeply satisfying experience, but also a tremendous privilege. The principles of my practice include hope, communication and compassion. Outside of work, I enjoy international travel, great food and spending time with family and friends.

Age: 75
In practice since: 1981
Gender: Male
Languages: Afrikaans, English, Spanish

Education

Charity Hospital (New Orleans, LA): Residency
Baragwanath Hospital (South Africa): Residency
University of California, San Diego: Fellowship
University of Witwatersrand (South Africa): Medical School
Baragwanath Hospital (South Africa): Internship

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1770531816

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Insurance plans accepted

Brian First, MD, accepts 32 health insurance plans.

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Ratings and reviews

4.7

97 ratings

Patient ratings

Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition

4.8

Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries

4.8

Provider included you in decisions

4.8

Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others

4.7

Care Provider’s discussion of any proposed treatment (options, risks, benefits, etc.)

4.7

Patient reviews

Verified Patient

February 28, 2025

5.0

Very good.

Verified Patient

February 24, 2025

4.8

I take my questions & get very good sample answers that I can _____ to use at home. At my age I ask a question & get answer & write it down for future use. #11. Always.

Verified Patient

February 20, 2025

2.6

The secretary calls - & never hear from the NP about _____.

Verified Patient

January 24, 2025

3.8

Terrible follow up for test results. The person that calls from the office to relay test results info has no medical background and doesn't understand what they are relaying.

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Over 500 recognitions

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