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Summary
Dr. Rafael Rivera-Rivera treats respiratory failure, pediatric respiratory failure, and sepsis, and performs therapeutic hypothermia and CT scans of the chest. He has practiced pulmonology, internal medicine, and critical care medicine for 38 years and is affiliated with United Regional Health Care System and Kell West Regional Hospital. Dr. Rivera-Rivera earned his medical degree from the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine and completed his residency at University Hospital. He sees patients in Wichita Falls, Texas, and speaks English and Spanish.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 38 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- University Hospital
- 3 specialties
- 3 areas of expertise
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 2 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Rafael Rivera-Rivera has 2 locationsPulmonary Services Of North Texas
1208 Brook AveWichita Falls, TX 76301 Tel: (940) 322-4480
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 3:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Pulmonology | Pulmonology | Pulmonology | Gastroenterology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 38 Years of Experience | 23 Years of Experience | ||
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English, Hindi | Speaks English, Spanish |
| Wichita Falls , TX | Houston , TX | Sugar Land , TX | Wichita Falls , TX |
| Med School: University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine | Med School: Bolan Medical College | Med School: Universidad Anahuac Escuela De Medicina | |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Rafael Rivera-Rivera
Medical Specialties
Dr. Rafael Rivera-Rivera has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Rafael Rivera-Rivera has the following 3 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
38 Years Experience
Dr. Rafael Rivera-Rivera holds an active medical license in the state of Texas.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Texas that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at University Hospital.
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine in 1988.
NPI Number
Dr. Rivera-Rivera's NPI number is 1669432209.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Rafael Rivera-Rivera affiliated with?
- Dr. Rafael Rivera-Rivera is affiliated with United Regional Health Care System and Kell West Regional Hospital Llc.
- Where is Dr. Rafael Rivera-Rivera's office located?
- Dr. Rafael Rivera-Rivera's office is located at 1208 Brook Ave, Wichita Falls, TX, 76301.
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- Dr. Rafael Rivera-Rivera has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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