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Summary
Dr. Desiree Rivera-Nieves is a gastroenterologist and pediatrician with 15 years of experience caring for patients. She earned her medical degree from Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina and completed her residency at Vidant Medical Center. Her dual specialty training allows her to provide comprehensive digestive health care for children and adults. Dr. Rivera-Nieves is fluent in both English and Spanish.
Dr. Rivera-Nieves practices at multiple locations throughout Saint Petersburg and Sarasota, Florida, with affiliations at Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital, HCA Florida Northside Hospital, and several other respected medical centers. She specializes in treating complex conditions such as short bowel syndrome and sleep-related disorders including insomnia. Her expertise includes home infusion therapy, which allows patients to receive specialized nutritional support in the comfort of their own homes. Patients consistently rate her care highly, giving her an …average score of 5.0 out of 5.
Read More Read less Dr. Rivera-Nieves practices at multiple locations throughout Saint Petersburg and Sarasota, Florida, with affiliations at Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital, HCA Florida Northside Hospital, and several other respected medical centers. She specializes in treating complex conditions such as short bowel syndrome and sleep-related disorders including insomnia. Her expertise includes home infusion therapy, which allows patients to receive specialized nutritional support in the comfort of their own homes. Patients consistently rate her care highly, giving her an …average score of 5.0 out of 5.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 15 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- Vidant Medical Center
- 2 specialties
- 6 areas of expertise
- 8 hospital affiliations
- 7 office locations
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Desiree Rivera-Nieves has 7 locationsPediatric Gastroenterology Hepatology And Nutrition Of Florida Pa
601 5th St S Ste 605St Petersburg, FL 33701 Tel: (727) 822-4300
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Pediatric Gastroenterology Hepatology And Nutrition Of Florida Pa
601 5th St S Ste C620Saint Petersburg, FL 33701Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| 15 Years of Experience | |||
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| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English |
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| Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara | Med School: Emory University | Med School: East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine | Med School: University of Cincinnati |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Desiree Rivera-Nieves
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Desiree Rivera-Nieves has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Desiree Rivera-Nieves has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
15 Years Experience
Dr. Desiree Rivera-Nieves holds an expired medical license in the state of Florida.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Florida that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Vidant Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara and Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina in 2011.
NPI Number
Dr. Rivera-Nieves' NPI number is 1487940573.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Desiree Rivera-Nieves affiliated with?
- Dr. Desiree Rivera-Nieves is affiliated with Hca Florida Northside Hospital, Shands Healthcare, Saint Anthonys Health Care, Sarasota Memorial Hospital, JOHNS HOPKINS ALL CHILDRENS HOSPITAL, Hca Florida Saint Petersburg Hospital, Uf Health Shands Hospital, and Hca Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital.
- Does Dr. Desiree Rivera-Nieves accept my insurance?
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- Where is Dr. Desiree Rivera-Nieves's office located?
- Dr. Desiree Rivera-Nieves's office is located at 501 6th Ave S, Saint Petersburg, FL, 33701.
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