4.9
47 Ratings with 45 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Cathleen Rivera is an internal medicine physician who earned her medical degree from Texas Tech University Health Science Center. She completed her residency training at Mayo Clinic Scottsdale in 2005 and has been practicing medicine for 24 years. Dr. Rivera holds certification in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine and provides care in English.
Dr. Rivera practices at Baylor Scott And White Medical Center Temple and sees patients at the Baylor Scott & White Center for Diagnostic Medicine in Temple, Texas. She focuses on managing complex conditions such as cognitive impairment and type 2 diabetes. Her expertise also includes treating chronic kidney disease and coordinating physical therapy and strength training programs for her patients. Patients have given Dr. Rivera an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.
Dr. Rivera practices at Baylor Scott And White Medical Center Temple and sees patients at the Baylor Scott & White Center for Diagnostic Medicine in Temple, Texas. She focuses on managing complex conditions such as cognitive impairment and type 2 diabetes. Her expertise also includes treating chronic kidney disease and coordinating physical therapy and strength training programs for her patients. Patients have given Dr. Rivera an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 24 years of experience
- 18 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Mayo Clinic Scottsdale
- 45 written reviews
- 1 award
- 1 specialty
- 7 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
- Flexible scheduling
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Office Location
Baylor Scott & White Center for Diagnostic Medicine - Temple
1605 S 31st StTemple, TX 76508 Tel: (254) 215-0100
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Cathleen Rivera, MD | Dr. Sarah Laibstain, MD | Dr. Claudia Makhoul, MD | Dr. Sapan Bhatt, MD |
| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 24 Years of Experience | 30 Years of Experience | ||
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks Arabic, English, French | Speaks English |
| Temple , TX | Dallas , TX | Houston , TX | La Porte , TX |
| Med School: Texas Tech University Health Science Center (Education) | Med School: Pramukhswami Medical College | ||
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Cathleen Rivera
Medical Specialties
Cathleen Rivera has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Cathleen Rivera has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
24 Years Experience
Cathleen Rivera holds an expired medical license in the state of Texas. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Board Certifications
Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Texas that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Mayo Clinic Scottsdale in 2005.
Medical School
Graduated from Texas Tech University Health Science Center (Education) in 2002.
NPI Number
Cathleen Rivera's NPI number is 1811971484.
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- Cathleen Rivera speaks English.
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- Which hospitals is Cathleen Rivera affiliated with?
- Cathleen Rivera is affiliated with Baylor Scott And White Medical Center Temple.
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