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Summary
Dr. Lucia Rivera-Lara is a neurologist who specializes in treating complex brain and nervous system conditions. They earned their medical degree from Universidad Autonoma De San Luis Potosi Facultad De Medicina and hold an additional Master of Public Health degree. With two decades of clinical experience, Dr. Rivera-Lara has developed expertise in neurological care. 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 blocked blood vessels and brain bleeding. Dr. Rivera-Lara performs specialized treatments like therapeutic hypothermia to help protect the brain after injury. They also uses chest imaging techniques to monitor patients and ensure comprehensive care 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 blocked blood vessels and brain bleeding. Dr. Rivera-Lara performs specialized treatments like therapeutic hypothermia to help protect the brain after injury. They also uses chest imaging techniques to monitor patients and ensure comprehensive care 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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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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