Dr. Emmanuel Velasco Rivera, MD

Dr. Emmanuel Rivera is a geriatric medicine specialist who has dedicated 38 years to caring for older adults and managing age-related health conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Santo Tomas and completed his residency at University Hospital. Dr. Rivera speaks English and brings nearly four decades of experience to his practice focusing on the unique healthcare needs of seniors.

Dr. Rivera practices at multiple locations in Cincinnati, Ohio, including affiliations with Bethesda North Hospital and Select Specialty Hospital Cincinnati North. He specializes in treating conditions commonly affecting older adults, such as weakness, type 2 diabetes, and Alzheimer's disease. His approach includes coordinating physical therapy, strength training, and occupational therapy to help patients maintain independence and quality of life. Patients consistently rate Dr. Rivera highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 for his compassionate and comprehensive geriatric care.