4.2
37 Ratings with 26 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Miguel Alvelo-Rivera is a surgeon with 34 years of experience specializing in thoracic and cardiac surgery. He completed his medical education at the University of Puerto Rico before pursuing residency training at both the University of Puerto Rico and the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Dr. Alvelo-Rivera completed his fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in 2000. He holds certifications from the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Alvelo-Rivera is fluent in both English and Spanish.
Dr. Alvelo-Rivera practices at Henry Ford Hospital and provides care across multiple locations throughout Michigan, including Detroit, Novi, Bloomfield Hills, and West Bloomfield. His expertise includes treating high blood pressure conditions, including pediatric hypertension and hypertensive emergencies. He performs specialized procedures such as lung biopsies. Patients rate Dr. Alvelo-Rivera 4.2 out of 5 stars on average.
Dr. Alvelo-Rivera practices at Henry Ford Hospital and provides care across multiple locations throughout Michigan, including Detroit, Novi, Bloomfield Hills, and West Bloomfield. His expertise includes treating high blood pressure conditions, including pediatric hypertension and hypertensive emergencies. He performs specialized procedures such as lung biopsies. Patients rate Dr. Alvelo-Rivera 4.2 out of 5 stars on average.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 34 years of experience
- 30 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
- 26 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 | Psychiatry | Emergency Medicine | Colorectal Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 34 Years of Experience | 63 Years of Experience | 7 Years of Experience | 20 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | ||
| Detroit , MI | Detroit , MI | DETROIT , MI | Saint Clair Shores , MI |
| Med School: University of Puerto Rico (Medical Education) | Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine | Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Miami Leonard M Miller 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 active and inactive medical licenses in the states of Michigan and Florida. 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 active medical license in the state of Michigan that expires in 2026 and an inactive medical license in the state of Florida that expired in 2011.
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.
- Where is Miguel Alvelo-Rivera's office located?
- Miguel Alvelo-Rivera's office is located at 2800 W Grand Blvd, Detroit, MI, 48202.
- What languages does Miguel Alvelo-Rivera speak?
- Miguel Alvelo-Rivera speaks English and Spanish.
- How can I make an appointment with Miguel Alvelo-Rivera?
- You can find contact information for Miguel Alvelo-Rivera here on Vitals.
- Is Miguel Alvelo-Rivera accepting new patients?
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