4.3
39 Ratings with 28 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Miguel Alvelo-Rivera treats hypertension and hypertensive emergency and performs lung biopsies. He has practiced surgery for 34 years and is affiliated with Henry Ford Hospital. He speaks English and Spanish.
Dr. Alvelo-Rivera is board-certified in surgery by the American Board of Surgery and in thoracic and cardiac surgery by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery. He completed a fellowship and residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and an earlier residency at the University of Puerto Rico, and earned his medical degree from the University of Puerto Rico. He sees patients in Detroit, Novi, Bloomfield Hills, and West Bloomfield, Michigan. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Alvelo-Rivera 4.26 out of 5.
Dr. Alvelo-Rivera is board-certified in surgery by the American Board of Surgery and in thoracic and cardiac surgery by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery. He completed a fellowship and residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and an earlier residency at the University of Puerto Rico, and earned his medical degree from the University of Puerto Rico. He sees patients in Detroit, Novi, Bloomfield Hills, and West Bloomfield, Michigan. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Alvelo-Rivera 4.26 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 34 years of experience
- 30 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
- 28 written reviews
- 1 award
- 1 specialty
- 2 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 4 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Miguel F Alvelo-Rivera has 4 locationsHenry Ford Cancer - Detroit
2800 W Grand BlvdDetroit, MI 48202 Tel: (888) 734-5322
Mon7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 7:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Henry Ford Medical Center - Columbus
39450 W 12 Mile RdNovi, MI 48377 Tel: (313) 916-2698
Mon6:30 am - 8:00 pm
Tue6:30 am - 8:00 pm
Wed6:30 am - 8:00 pm
Thu6:30 am - 8:00 pm
Fri6:30 am - 8:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Henry Ford Medical Center - Bloomfield Township
1961 S Telegraph RdBloomfield Hills, MI 48302 Tel: (313) 916-2698
Mon8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 2:00 pm
SunClosed
Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital
6777 W Maple RdWest Bloomfield, MI 48322 Tel: (248) 661-7391
Mon12:00 am - 11:59 pm
Tue12:00 am - 11:59 pm
Wed12:00 am - 11:59 pm
Thu12:00 am - 11:59 pm
Fri12:00 am - 11:59 pm
Sat12:00 am - 11:59 pm
Sun12:00 am - 11:59 pm
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| Surgery | Anesthesiology | Critical Care Medicine | Anesthesiology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 34 Years of Experience | 8 Years of Experience | 7 Years of Experience | 6 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | |||
| Detroit , MI | Tyler , TX | Ann Arbor , MI | Wyandotte , MI |
| Med School: University of Puerto Rico (Medical Education) | Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine | Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University | Med School: American University Of The Caribbean School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Miguel F Alvelo-Rivera
Medical Specialties
Miguel F Alvelo-Rivera has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Miguel F Alvelo-Rivera has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
34 Years Experience
Miguel F Alvelo-Rivera holds inactive and expired medical licenses in the states of Florida and Michigan. They are board certified in Surgery and Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
Board Certifications
Board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery and board certified in Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an inactive medical license in the state of Florida that expired in 2011 and an expired medical license in the state of Michigan that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Fellowship
Completed their fellowship at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in 2000.
Residency
Completed their residency at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in 2002 and University of Puerto Rico in 1997.
Medical School
Graduated from University of Puerto Rico (Medical Education) in 1992.
NPI Number
Miguel F Alvelo-Rivera's NPI number is 1376514778.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Miguel Alvelo-Rivera affiliated with?
- Miguel Alvelo-Rivera is affiliated with Henry Ford Hospital.
- Does Miguel Alvelo-Rivera accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Miguel Alvelo-Rivera accepts on their Vitals profile.
- How can I make an appointment with Miguel Alvelo-Rivera?
- You can find contact information for Miguel Alvelo-Rivera here on Vitals.
- Does Miguel Alvelo-Rivera accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Miguel Alvelo-Rivera has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Where is Miguel Alvelo-Rivera's office located?
- Miguel Alvelo-Rivera's office is located at 2800 W Grand Blvd, Detroit, MI, 48202.
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