Joshua M. Rice, MD
Pediatric Emergency Medicine
LVPG Cliniciani
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Languages spoken
- English
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About
Philosophy of care
I hold the privilege and responsibility of being a steady hand during some of the hardest and most vulnerable moments children and their families face. I meet these moments with empathy, clinical excellence and open lines of communication, while never losing sight of the child behind every case. I provide care that is timely, evidence-based and emotionally grounded, whether managing a complex trauma or providing gentle reassurance to the parent of a child with a fever.
Why I entered medicine
I was drawn to medicine by watching my father, a dedicated pediatrician who has always found joy and purpose serving the children of the Lehigh Valley. Medicine, to me, represents a perfect intersection of scientific rigor and human connection. I've always found myself happiest when working with children; their resilience, inquisitive nature and enthusiastic spirit make every day at work meaningful and rewarding.
Community involvement
I have been involved with Penn State's THON since my time as a student. I have done research on injury prevention and advocated for improved packaging of toxic household substances to decrease childhood exposures.
Personal interests
I enjoy time with my wife and our two young children at local/national parks, the library and cafés/restaurants. I love to sing and can often be heard singing a tune, both on shift and at home. I am an avid runner and blessed to live locally, surrounded by a vast network of beautiful trails. I'm obsessed with making the perfect cup of coffee.
Education
Undergraduate
Penn State University, Bachelor of Science (BS), 2015
Medical School
Keck School of Medicine at USC, Doctor of Medicine (MD), 2019
Training
Residency 2022
General Pediatrics, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH
Fellowship 2025
Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Nemours Childrens Hospital Delaware, Wilmington, DE
Certifications
American Board of Pediatrics - General Pediatrics
American Board of Pediatrics - Pediatric Emergency Medicine
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