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Summary
Dr. Lucia Rivera-Lara is a neurologist with two decades of experience treating complex brain and nervous system conditions. They earned their medical degree from Universidad Autonoma De San Luis Potosi Facultad De Medicina and hold a Master of Public Health degree. Dr. Rivera-Lara specializes in neurological care with particular expertise in stroke medicine. They communicate with patients in English.
Dr. Rivera-Lara practices at The Johns Hopkins Hospital and sees patients in Palo Alto, California. They focus on treating patients who have experienced strokes, including both blood clot-related strokes and bleeding in the brain. Dr. Rivera-Lara performs specialized treatments such as therapeutic cooling therapy and orders important blood tests to monitor kidney function and overall health during recovery.
Dr. Rivera-Lara practices at The Johns Hopkins Hospital and sees patients in Palo Alto, California. They focus on treating patients who have experienced strokes, including both blood clot-related strokes and bleeding in the brain. Dr. Rivera-Lara performs specialized treatments such as therapeutic cooling therapy and orders important blood tests to monitor kidney function and overall health during recovery.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 20 years of experience
- 56 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Universidad Autonoma De San Luis Potosi Facultad De Medicina
- 2 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
Office Location
Lucia Rivera-Lara
213 Quarry RdPalo Alto, CA 94304 Tel: (650) 723-6499
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 20 Years of Experience | 8 Years of Experience | 9 Years of Experience | 50 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish, Farsi | Speaks English, Spanish | |
| Palo Alto , CA | Orange , CA | Pleasanton , CA | Palo Alto , CA |
| Med School: Universidad Autonoma De San Luis Potosi Facultad De Medicina | Med School: San Juan Bautista School Of Medicine | Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania | Med School: Medical College Of Georgia At Augusta University |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Lucia Rivera-Lara
Medical Specialties
Lucia Rivera-Lara has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Lucia Rivera-Lara has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
20 Years Experience
Lucia Rivera-Lara holds an active medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Universidad Autonoma De San Luis Potosi Facultad De Medicina in 2006.
NPI Number
Lucia Rivera-Lara's NPI number is 1356502744.
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- Where is Lucia Rivera-Lara's office located?
- Lucia Rivera-Lara's office is located at 213 Quarry Rd, Palo Alto, CA, 94304.
- Which hospitals is Lucia Rivera-Lara affiliated with?
- Lucia Rivera-Lara is affiliated with The Johns Hopkins Hospital.
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