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Ricardo Salas

Ricardo Salas, MD

4.9221 ratings, 39 reviews

Hematology OncologyMedical Oncology

Accepting New Patients
Affiliated Provider
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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adult 21-65
  • Older Adult >65

Languages

  • Spanish
  • English

Gender

Male

About Ricardo Salas

About The Provider

Ricardo Salas, MD, is a medical oncologist practicing with Adventist Health. As a member of the comprehensive cancer center, Dr. Ricardo specializes in working with cancer patients of all types with a special emphasis on breast, lung, lymphoma and leukemia.
Growing up in a migrant farming community, Dr. Salas was inspired to pursue a career in medicine from an early age. His desire to give back to the community and serve others led him to receive his Master of Public Health degree from San Diego State University in San Diego, CA, before completing his medical degree.
As a medical oncologist, Dr. Salas is passionate about his specialty, and provides the very best in comprehensive cancer care and survivorship support, while empowering his patients, their families and the community.

Provider Type

Physician

Locations

  1. AIS Cancer Center: Adventist Health Bakersfield

Expertise

Education

  • Residency Program: Olive View Medical Center
  • Fellowship Program: Olive View Medical Center
  • Medical School: UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine

Board Certifications

  • Hematology: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2022
  • Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2017

Insurance

Search plans
  • Adventist Health Employee Health Plan / Incentive Health
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • FMC-Kern Medical- Bakersfield
  • Health Net
  • HealthNet
  • Kaiser
  • Kern Family ( Kern Health System)
  • Kern Legacy/Health Care Network
  • Medi-cal/PAVE
  • Medical ORP
  • Medicare RR
  • Premier Physicians Alliance
  • Tricare
  • TriWest3
  • UHC
  • Universal Health Care IPA
  • Western Growers

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

221 ratings, 39 reviews

Our providers are at the heart of delivering whole-person care. We encourage patients to share their experiences through a patient satisfaction survey they receive following visits. Provider star ratings are calculated using patient responses to provider-focused questions in this survey. Please see the provider’s star rating and patient reviews below. Thank you for giving Adventist Health the opportunity to support your best health.

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/29/2026

    Has been professional and polite.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/26/2026

    Dr. Salas is the best! He always takes the time to hear any concerns my wife and or I have. I HIGHLY recommend Dr. Salas to anyone needing an Oncologist.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/17/2026

    I felt the doctor and I were on the same page. Questions and concerns were answered.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/15/2026

    Dr. Salas is very kind and treated me like a whole person. He welcomed my questions. I didn't feel rushed.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/4/2026

    Amazing care! Thank you again!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/2/2026

    The Dr. Understood our needs and questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/20/2026

    YesAm very happy to recommend

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/10/2026

    Dr Salas is a great Dr

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/9/2026

    Dr. Salas took the time to explain everything in a way we understood

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/3/2026

    Dr. Salas is the best.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/27/2026

    Dr. Salas is a wonderful doctor he listens. He explains in words that I can understand. I would highly recommend him to my friends.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/26/2026

    My Dr. Was very kind and experienced.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/19/2026

    Can't go wrong with Dr. Salas

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/26/2026

    Very good consultation with the specialist

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/19/2026

    Knowlegeable and caring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/19/2026

    Yes, I recommend the doctor because he is very clear and answers all my questions

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/10/2026

    Dr. Salas is very knowledgeable and caring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/8/2026

    Best specialist. He really take care of his patients excellent human been.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/8/2025

    Dr. Salas listened and asked a lot of questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/23/2025

    Trust in the care provided

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/5/2025

    Have been always treated with excellent care.....

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/31/2025

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/17/2025

    Muy amables y professional

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/11/2025

    Dr. Salas is very Patience and he listens to you..plus he always greet you with a smile

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/9/2025

    Professional ethics, human quality,

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/30/2025

    Honest assessments and comfortable

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/22/2025

    Dr Salas is a very caring, informative and attentive doctor!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/11/2025

    Great experience. Put me at ease and answered all of my questions.

  • No RatingReviewed on 9/6/2025

    Dr Salas- outstanding as always.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/15/2025

    Excellent listener

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/13/2025

    Dr. Salas was engaging, caring, and answered all of my questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/15/2025

    Dr. Salas was very caring empathetic and also just a great listener and providing me with answers I did not have.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/9/2025

    Dr Salas is by far the best doctor I have ever had! He genuinely cares about not just me but all of the patients who are fortunate to have him

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/23/2025

    Dr Salas went over and above to discuss the issues I am experiencing. He was kind, patient and gave me advice I intend to follow up on. Being able to have lab work done at the same location is also a plus for me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/21/2025

    Dr Salas is an excellent, caring doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/19/2025

    Wonderful doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/19/2025

    Every one is a professional well trained they their job

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/12/2025

    The care providers have been doing their job like professionals and are very attentive.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/14/2025

    Dr Salas is wonderful. Very patient and really listens to you