Summary

Dr. Jorge Rivera specializes in ophthalmology with additional expertise in internal medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine and completed his residency at New England Medical Center. With 28 years of experience in eye care, Dr. Rivera brings extensive knowledge to treating various vision conditions. He is fluent in Portuguese, Spanish, and English.

Dr. Rivera practices at multiple locations across Rhode Island and Massachusetts, including East Providence, New Bedford, Swansea, and Warwick. He is affiliated with Charlton Memorial Hospital, Saint Luke's Hospital, and Kent Hospital. His clinical focus includes treating cataracts and glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. Dr. Rivera performs cataract surgery and intraocular lens implant procedures. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.0.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 28 years of experience
  • speaks Portuguese, Spanish, English
  • New England Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Jorge Rivera has 5 locations

Eye Consultans Of Rhode Island

450 Veterans Memorial Pkwy Ste 504East Providence, RI 02914
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Saint Lukes Hospital

101 Page StNew Bedford, MA 02740

East Bay Surgery Center

440 Swansea Mall DrSwansea, MA 02777
Mon6:30 am - 5:30 pm
Tue6:30 am - 5:30 pm
Wed6:30 am - 5:30 pm
Thu6:30 am - 5:30 pm
Fri6:30 am - 5:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Kent Hospital

455 Toll Gate RdWarwick, RI 02886

The Surgery Center Of Rhode Island

55 Lambert Lind HwyWarwick, RI 02886
Mon6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri6:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Jorge Rivera, MDDr. Daniel Louis Schwartz, MDDr. Kevin J Kaufman, MDDr. Thomas Yi
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyDiagnostic Radiology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.7 
4.3 
28 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 4 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Portuguese, Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English, French, Italian
East Providence , RIBrookline , MABrookline , MAWorcester , MA
Med School: University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania Med School: Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Jorge Rivera

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Jorge Rivera has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Jorge Rivera has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Internal Medicine
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

28 Years Experience

Dr. Jorge Rivera holds active and expired medical licenses in the states of Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Massachusetts that expires in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of Rhode Island that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at New England Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine in 1998.

NPI Number

Dr. Rivera's NPI number is 1053317263.

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Dr. Jorge Rivera's office is located at 450 Veterans Memorial Pkwy Ste 504, East Providence, RI, 02914.
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