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Dr. Hector Santos Rivera is an internal medicine physician who brings five decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Universidad De Cadiz Facultad De Medicina, establishing a strong foundation for his extensive career in internal medicine that spans 50 years of patient care.
Dr. Santos Rivera practices at Hospital Menonita Cayey in Cayey, Puerto Rico, where he focuses on comprehensive adult healthcare. His clinical expertise includes treating complex conditions such as Alzheimer's disease and chronic bronchitis. He also specializes in recognizing and managing stroke symptoms using the BE FAST protocol, helping patients identify critical warning signs for timely intervention.
Dr. Santos Rivera practices at Hospital Menonita Cayey in Cayey, Puerto Rico, where he focuses on comprehensive adult healthcare. His clinical expertise includes treating complex conditions such as Alzheimer's disease and chronic bronchitis. He also specializes in recognizing and managing stroke symptoms using the BE FAST protocol, helping patients identify critical warning signs for timely intervention.
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Quick Facts
- 50 years of experience
- Universidad De Cadiz Facultad De Medicina
- 1 specialty
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 2 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Hector Adernardo Santos Rivera has 2 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Hector Adernardo Santos Rivera | Dr. Artemio Samuel Santiago Molina | Dr. Jose Francisco Rovira Diaz | Dr. Roberto Martinez Quintana |
| Internal Medicine | Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine | Pulmonology |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 50 Years of Experience | 13 Years of Experience | 39 Years of Experience | 43 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Cayey , PR | San Juan , PR | CAGUAS , PR | HATO REY , PR |
| Med School: Universidad De Cadiz Facultad De Medicina | Med School: University Central Del Caribe School Of Medicine | Med School: San Juan Bautista School Of Medicine | Med School: Ponce Health Sciences University School Of Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Hector Adernardo Santos Rivera has the following specialty
Certifications, License, & Education
50 Years Experience
Dr. Hector Adernardo Santos Rivera holds an expired medical license in the state of Puerto Rico.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Puerto Rico that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Universidad De Cadiz Facultad De Medicina in 1976.
NPI Number
Dr. Santos Rivera's NPI number is 1336183532.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Dr. Hector Santos Rivera accepting new patients?
- Dr. Hector Santos Rivera has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Hector Santos Rivera affiliated with?
- Dr. Hector Santos Rivera is affiliated with Hospital Menonita Cayey.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Hector Santos Rivera?
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- Where is Dr. Hector Santos Rivera's office located?
- Dr. Hector Santos Rivera's office is located at Carr 14 Km 72 2 Bo Rincon Se, Cayey, PR, 00737.
- Does Dr. Hector Santos Rivera accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Hector Santos Rivera has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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