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Summary
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 experience in medicine, Dr. Rivera-Rivera brings extensive knowledge to treating complex respiratory and critical care conditions. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.
Dr. Rivera-Rivera practices at United Regional Health Care System and Kell West Regional Hospital in Wichita Falls, Texas. He specializes in treating respiratory failure in both adult and pediatric patients, as well as managing sepsis cases. His expertise includes performing CT scans of the chest and therapeutic hypothermia procedures to help patients recover from critical conditions.
Dr. Rivera-Rivera practices at United Regional Health Care System and Kell West Regional Hospital in Wichita Falls, Texas. He specializes in treating respiratory failure in both adult and pediatric patients, as well as managing sepsis cases. His expertise includes performing CT scans of the chest and therapeutic hypothermia procedures to help patients recover from critical conditions.
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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 | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 38 Years of Experience | 14 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 | |
| Wichita Falls , TX | Houston , TX | Sugar Land , TX | Bronx , NY |
| Med School: University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine | Med School: Bolan Medical College | Med School: Andhra Medical College | |
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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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Frequently Asked Questions
- What languages does Dr. Rafael Rivera-Rivera speak?
- Dr. Rafael Rivera-Rivera speaks English and Spanish.
- 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.
- 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.
- Does Dr. Rafael Rivera-Rivera accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Rafael Rivera-Rivera accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Does Dr. Rafael Rivera-Rivera accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- 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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