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Dr. Ruth Rivera Melendez specializes in internal medicine and brings over four decades of medical expertise to her practice. She earned her medical degree from Universidad Central Del Este (UCE) Facultad De Medicina, building a strong foundation for her comprehensive approach to adult healthcare. Her extensive experience spans 43 years of dedicated patient care.
Dr. Rivera Melendez practices in Ceiba, Puerto Rico, where she focuses on treating common conditions that affect her patients' daily lives. She frequently addresses hand pain and back pain, including specialized care for back pain during pregnancy. Her diagnostic capabilities include performing extremity X-rays, general blood tests, and bone density testing to help identify and monitor various health concerns.
Dr. Rivera Melendez practices in Ceiba, Puerto Rico, where she focuses on treating common conditions that affect her patients' daily lives. She frequently addresses hand pain and back pain, including specialized care for back pain during pregnancy. Her diagnostic capabilities include performing extremity X-rays, general blood tests, and bone density testing to help identify and monitor various health concerns.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 43 years of experience
- 2 insurance plans accepted
- Universidad Central Del Este (Uce) Facultad De Medicina
- 1 specialty
- 1 office location
- Female
Office Location
Melendez Ruth Rivera Office
262 Ave Lauro PineroCeiba, PR 00735 Tel: (787) 885-3674
Mon8:00 am - 12:00 pm
TueClosed
Wed8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Internal Medicine | Neurology | Internal Medicine | Infectious Disease |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 43 Years of Experience | 30 Years of Experience | 1 Year of Experience | 17 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Ceiba , PR | Carolina , PR | San Juan , PR | Eagle River , WI |
| Med School: Universidad Central Del Este (Uce) Facultad De Medicina | Med School: University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine | Med School: University Central Del Caribe School Of Medicine | Med School: Universidad Iberoamericana (Unibe) School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ruth Esther Rivera Melendez
Medical Specialties
Dr. Ruth Esther Rivera Melendez has the following specialty
Certifications, License, & Education
43 Years Experience
Dr. Ruth Esther Rivera Melendez holds an active medical license in the state of Puerto Rico.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Puerto Rico that expires in 2028.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Universidad Central Del Este (Uce) Facultad De Medicina in 1983.
NPI Number
Dr. Rivera Melendez's NPI number is 1053394783.
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