Summary

Dr. Jorge Rivera treats cataracts and glaucoma and performs intraocular lens implant and cataract surgery. He practices ophthalmology and internal medicine and has 28 years of experience. He is affiliated with Charlton Memorial Hospital, Saint Luke's Hospital, and Kent Hospital, and sees patients in East Providence, Rhode Island; New Bedford, Massachusetts; Swansea, Massachusetts; and Warwick, Rhode Island. He completed his residency at New England Medical Center and earned his medical degree from the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine. He speaks English, Portuguese, and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Rivera 4 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 28 years of experience
  • speaks English, Portuguese, Spanish
  • New England Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 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. Jerrold Robins, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyDiagnostic Radiology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4 
3.7 
4.3 
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28 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Portuguese, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, French, Italian Speaks English, Spanish
East Providence , RIBrookline , MABrookline , MAProvidence , RI
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: Boston 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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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Jorge Rivera's office located?
Dr. Jorge Rivera's office is located at 450 Veterans Memorial Pkwy Ste 504, East Providence, RI, 02914.
What languages does Dr. Jorge Rivera speak?
Dr. Jorge Rivera speaks English, Portuguese, and Spanish.
Does Dr. Jorge Rivera accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Jorge Rivera has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. Jorge Rivera affiliated with?
Dr. Jorge Rivera is affiliated with Charlton Memorial Hospital, Saint Lukes Hospital, and Kent Hospital.
Does Dr. Jorge Rivera accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Jorge Rivera accepts on their Vitals profile.

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