Dr. Luis E. Rivera-Ramirez, MD | Baltimore, MD | Endocrinology

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Dr. Luis Rivera-Ramirez is an endocrinologist specializing in diabetes and metabolism with an impressive 57 years of clinical experience. He earned his medical degree from the prestigious Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and completed his internal medicine residency at the U.S. Public Health Service Hospital in Baltimore. Dr. Rivera-Ramirez furthered his expertise through an endocrinology, diabetes and metabolism fellowship at the University of Maryland Medical Center in 1974. He maintains board certification in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine and provides care in English.

Dr. Rivera-Ramirez practices at MedStar Harbor Hospital with locations in Baltimore and Pasadena, Maryland. His clinical focus centers on managing diabetes mellitus and type 2 diabetes, with particular expertise in caring for older adults with geriatric diabetes. He performs comprehensive blood tests and thyroid hormone evaluations to monitor his patients' …conditions. Dr. Rivera-Ramirez also conducts detailed eye examinations, which are essential for diabetes management. Patients have rated him highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 4.8 out of 5.

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accepting new patients
4.8

31 Ratings
57 years of experience
22 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
University of Maryland Medical Center
27 written reviews
1 specialty
10 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
Male

Patients express satisfaction with Dr. Luis E. Rivera-Ramirez, praising his clarity, thoroughness, and collaborative approach to setting and achieving health goals. Many highlight his listening skills, humility, and dedication to finding answers, which fosters a sense of partnership and caring in their care. However, there are no specific negative reviews provided in the dataset to analyze or summarize.

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Great experience.

May 7th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Very clear and thorough. I learned alot and we made a plan to obtain set goals. Would recommend

April 29th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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I've been a patient of Dr. Rivera for years. He always treats me as an equal, which keeps me coming back.

January 31st, 2024 | Source: Partner

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Excellent

October 19th, 2023 | Source: Partner

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Good visit

September 20th, 2023 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Luis E. Rivera is an excellent doctor. He listens and answers my questions. If he's unsure about something he will try to find answer and get back to me. He provides great service.

September 15th, 2023 | Source: Partner

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Good

August 31st, 2023 | Source: Partner

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Doctor Rivera is very humble and caring doctor.

August 21st, 2023 | Source: Partner

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Thanks a lot

August 17th, 2023 | Source: Partner

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Overall excellent experience.

July 24th, 2023 | Source: Partner

MedStar Health Endocrinology at MedStar Harbor Hospital

3001 S. Hanover St Outpatient Center, Suite 102Baltimore, MD 21225

Tel: (410) 350-2555

Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm

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MedStar Health Ob/Gyn at Pasadena

8026 Ritchie Highway Ste. APasadena, MD 21122

Tel: (410) 350-2555

Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Dr. Luis E Rivera-Ramirez, MD	Dr. Kehinde Folawewo, MD	Dr. Peggy Nana Ama Amoakohene, MD	Dr. Yoon Kook Kim
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism	Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism	Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism	Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.8 (31 Ratings)	5 (2 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
57 Years of Experience	15 Years of Experience	15 Years of Experience	8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English, Twi, French
Baltimore , MD	Oxon Hill , MD	Falls Church , VA	Baltimore , MD
Med School: University of Puerto Rico, School of Medicine	Med School: Obafemi Awolowo College Of Health Sciences Olabisi Onabanjo University	Med School: Meharry Medical College	Med School: St Louis University School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

Acromegaly
Addison Disease
Cushing Disease
Diabetes (Types I & II)
Fatigue
Gland Issues
Hormones
Hyperthyroidism
Hypopituitarism
Hypothyroidism

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Internal Medicine

Internal medicine

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

University of Maryland Medical Center1974

Residency

Usphs Hospital Baltimore Md, Internal Medicine

U.S. Public Health Service Hospital (1970) Find alumni in BALTIMORE >

University of Maryland Program

Usphs Hospital Baltimore Md, Internal Medicine, Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism

U.S. Public Health Service Hospital1972

Medical School

University of Puerto Rico, School of Medicine

Perelman School of Medicine at the University of PennsylvaniaGraduated in 1969

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