Summary

I was born in San Juan, Puerto Rico and later moved to Florida. After completing my undergraduate training at the University of Florida, I then pursued my dream of living in the Big Apple. Subsequently, I earned my medical degree at New York University School of Medicine, and proceeded to complete my Internal Medicine Residency at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. Following this, I undertook a fellowship in Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill. Having gained invaluable experience, I returned to Santa Barbara where I have been dedicated to serve the local community of Santa Barbara and surrounding areas since 2016.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3
  • 16 years of experience
  • 40 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • New York University School Of Medicine
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Santa Barbara Endocrinology

1532 State StSanta Barbara, CA 93101

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Endocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismFamily MedicineFamily Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.2 
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16 Years of Experience 46 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience 45 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Santa Barbara , CASanta Barbara , CAGoleta , CASanta Barbara , CA
Med School: New York University School Of Medicine Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla Med School: American University Of Beirut
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Sylvia Rivera

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alameda Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California - Medicare
  • CenCal Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Partnership HealthPlan of California
  • Sutter Health Plus
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Western Health Advantage
  • Western Health Advantage - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Sylvia Rivera has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Sylvia Rivera has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Acromegaly
  • Addison Disease
  • Cushing Disease
  • Diabetes (Types I & II)
  • Fatigue
  • Gland Issues
  • Hormones
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Hypopituitarism
  • Hypothyroidism

Certifications, License, & Education

16 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

New York University School Of MedicineGraduated in 2010

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Dr. Sylvia Rivera is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital.
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Where is Dr. Sylvia Rivera's office located?
Dr. Sylvia Rivera's office is located at 1532 State St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101.

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