“Dr. Jester is fantastic. Her personality is joyful and is eager to help you. She was wonderful with my children, who were with me, and she has been wonderful in person and via telehealth! I recommend her to anyone looking! Her nurse was also wonderful and attentive to all needs. Her staff was also kind and patient.”
Nichelle H.February 18, 2024
Highly recommended
100% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
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What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
4.88
Bedside manner
5.00
“Dr. Jester is fantastic. Her personality is joyful and is eager to help you. She was wonderful with my children, who were with me, and she has been wonderful in person and via telehealth! I recommend her to anyone looking! Her nurse was also wonderful and attentive to all needs. Her staff was also kind and patient.”
Nichelle H.February 18, 2024
“Dr Jester was exceptional. She was knowledgeable, attentive, and personable. The most positive experience we have had with a doctor in years.”
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About Dr. Rica Z Jester
Please note that this provider only sees patients aged 12 and older.
Dr. Rica Jester is a board-certified family medicine doctor with Orlando Health Physician Associates. She has experience providing primary care for patients 6 and older. Her areas of expertise include preventive care, physical examinations, and managing chronic illnesses.
Dr. Jester earned her Doctor of Medicine degree from Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton and her bachelor’s degree in microbiology and cell science from the University of Florida (UF) in Gainesville. She also completed her residency in family medicine at UF and volunteered as a resident preceptor for a student-run free healthcare clinic in Gainesville. Before joining Orlando Health, Dr. Jester worked as a primary care doctor at a private practice in Orlando.
She is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians. In her spare time, Dr. Jester enjoys traveling and Zumba classes.
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Medical School - Florida Atlantic University, Doctor of Medicine
University of Florida, Gainesville (Bachelor's)
University of Florida, Residency in Family Medicine
Professional memberships
American Academy of Family Physicians
Languages spoken
English
Provider's gender
Female
NPI number
1841684958
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Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
4.88
Bedside manner
5.00
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This was my first visit with this Dr since the one I saw one time previously left the practice. She was very very good.
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I followed Dr. Jester from her previous practice to Orlando Health. I'm very happy with her and with Orlando Health.
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The nurse was very pleasant; Dr.was very nice and through, definitely a #10 visit.
December 28, 2023Marlea H.Verified patient
1st time at this office as a new patient. Loved Dr Jester! Very satisfied with visit.
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The attention has been excellent every time I have been attended
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It was our first visit with Dr. Jester and she is impressive.
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I feel so listened to by Dr Jester and her whole staff
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Dr. Jester is fantastic. Her personality is joyful and is eager to help you. She was wonderful with my children, who were with me, and she has been wonderful in person and via telehealth! I recommend her to anyone looking! Her nurse was also wonderful and attentive to all needs. Her staff was also kind and patient.
February 18, 2024Nichelle H.Verified patient
Dr Jester was exceptional. She was knowledgeable, attentive, and personable. The most positive experience we have had with a doctor in years.
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Husbands stitches had been in for 10 days following a fall She got those stitches out without hurting him and that was amazing!
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Dr. Jester was easy to talk to and very kind
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It was very kind and efficient.
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I had an amazing experience with Dr. Jester. She was probably the best provider that I've seen in the Orlando Health System, next to Dr. Solomon, so, I appreciate the fact that Dr. Solomon passed her patience on to her when she left the organization. I also had a wonderful experience with my MA and unfortunately. I cannot remember her name, but she was absolutely wonderful. The entire office staff was great and very helpful. I have no complaints at all. Thank you for actually genuinely caring about your patience.
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Good experience overall.
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Highly satisfied!
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Dr. Jester was warm and friendly. I felt really comfortable talking with her today for the first time. I am very pleased to have her as my new primary care doctor.
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Everyone in the office was nice, knowledgeable, very kind, and made me feel comfortable. My doctor vanished...is no longer there with the practice. So, I was actually seeing a new doctor, Dr. Jester. She was wonderful, knowledgeable, helpful, and made me feel very comfortable being there and able to discuss things with her. I will definitely drive an hour to go see her again. Thank you.
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Dr. Rica Jester as well as the other staff at this location were so pleasant. I felt heard when discussing my health concerns and well taken care of.
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Quick and smooth process
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Dr Rica Jester was amazing.
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Dr. Jester was warm and friendly. I felt really comfortable talking with her today for the first time. I am very pleased to have her as my new primary care doctor.
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I always have a great experience at this office, especially how issues are resolved. My concerns are more with auxiliary services such as ED etc.
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Dr. Jester is amazing.
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We appreciate Dr. Jester's care so much, that we followed her from the Dr. Phillips Hospital area near our home, to her new practice, 20 miles further away.
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Dr. Jester is amazing!! She listens to everything you have to say. She takes her time and answers all questions. She's the best!!
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This is the first doctor I've found who actually listens to me and my concerns and wants to work with me to find a solution! I feel so relieved to have found a provider who will help me advocate for myself and my health!
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Dr. Jester is extremely professional! Very knowledgeable and her takes time, she is very thorough, and answered all my questions and queries
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Sierra the LPN made me feel so comfortable, she was extremely helpful. I had trouble seeing the paper work and she took her time to help me fill it out. Dr. Jester was extremely pleasant and spent the time to answer my questions and discuss the bloodwork. I am very happy I found them.
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Dr. Rica Z Jester frequently sees patients for Annual Physical, Arthritis, Illness, Sleep Problems, and Weight Loss Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Rica Z Jester on their profile.
How do patients rate Dr. Rica Z Jester in reviews?
39 patients have reviewed Dr. Rica Z Jester. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.88/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.