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Dr. Rafael Rivera-Rivera is a pulmonologist with expertise in internal medicine and critical care medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine and completed his residency at University Hospital. With 38 years of medical experience, Dr. Rivera-Rivera brings extensive knowledge to his practice treating complex respiratory and critical care conditions. He is fluent in both Spanish and English.
Dr. Rivera-Rivera practices at United Regional Health Care System and Kell West Regional Hospital in Wichita Falls, Texas. His clinical focus includes treating patients with respiratory failure and sepsis. He performs specialized procedures such as therapeutic hypothermia and CT scans of the chest to diagnose and treat his patients' conditions.
Dr. Rivera-Rivera practices at United Regional Health Care System and Kell West Regional Hospital in Wichita Falls, Texas. His clinical focus includes treating patients with respiratory failure and sepsis. He performs specialized procedures such as therapeutic hypothermia and CT scans of the chest to diagnose and treat his patients' conditions.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 38 years of experience
- speaks Spanish, English
- University Hospital
- 3 specialties
- 3 areas of expertise
- 3 board certifications
- 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 | Pulmonology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 38 Years of Experience | 42 Years of Experience | ||
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Spanish, English | 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: University Of Jordan Faculty Of Medicine | |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
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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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- Dr. Rafael Rivera-Rivera is affiliated with United Regional Health Care System and Kell West Regional Hospital Llc.
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- Dr. Rafael Rivera-Rivera's office is located at 1208 Brook Ave, Wichita Falls, TX, 76301.
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