Summary

Dr. Nilda Colon-Rivera is a rheumatologist with expertise in internal medicine and family medicine. She earned her medical degree from the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine and completed her residency through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. With four decades of medical practice, Dr. Colon-Rivera brings extensive experience to patient care. She provides medical services in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Colon-Rivera practices at LBJ Hospital and Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center in Houston, Texas. She specializes in treating conditions such as osteoarthritis, degenerative disc disease, and rheumatoid arthritis. Her expertise includes performing autoimmune disease tests, Sjogren antibody blood tests, and complete blood counts to help diagnose and monitor various conditions. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 40 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • U S Department Of Veterans Affairs
  • 2 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Nilda Luz Colon-Rivera has 3 locations

Ben Taub Hospital

1504 Taub LoopHouston, TX 77030

Lbj Hospital

5656 Kelley StHouston, TX 77026

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RheumatologyRheumatologyRheumatologyRheumatology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.1 
40 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese Speaks Spanish, English, Hindi, Urdu Speaks English, Hindi
Houston , TXBaytown , TXConroe , TXConroe , TX
Med School: University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine Med School: Aga Khan Medical College Med School: Ross University School of Medicine Med School: University of Delhi
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Nilda Luz Colon-Rivera

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Nilda Luz Colon-Rivera has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Nilda Luz Colon-Rivera has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Medicine
  • Family Planning
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Internal Medicine
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

U S Department Of Veterans Affairs

Medical School

University Of Puerto Rico School Of MedicineGraduated in 1986

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What languages does Dr. Nilda Colon-Rivera speak?
Dr. Nilda Colon-Rivera speaks English and Spanish.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Nilda Colon-Rivera affiliated with?
Dr. Nilda Colon-Rivera is affiliated with Lbj Hospital and Michael E Debakey Va Medical Center.

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