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Dr. Louis Rivera, MD

General Surgery* Age 54
Dr. Louis Rivera, MD
5.0 (2 Ratings)

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Dr. Louis Rivera, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in La Jolla, CA.
Dr. Louis Rivera, MD
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Dr. Louis Rivera, MD

General Surgery* Age 54
La Jolla, CA
Accepting new patients
25 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Louis Rivera, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in La Jolla, CA.

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Dr. Louis Rivera, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in La Jolla, CA and has 25 years experience. They graduated from UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH / MAIN CAMPUS. They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla and Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego. At present, Dr. Rivera received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 2 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Rivera also speaks Spanish. Dr. Rivera is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Colorectal Cancer
Crohn's Disease
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Esophageal Cancer
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Biopsy of Breast
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Excision of Breast Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Lumpectomy
Mastectomy
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Adrenal Gland Cancer
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Partial Lung Collapse
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Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Bile Duct Procedure
Breast Reconstruction
Colectomy
Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
Laparotomy
Lymphadenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Wedge Resection Colon

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  • Choice Plus POS II
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Locations

  1. 1 Sav-on Drugs #9107
    10710 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037
  2. 2 Scripps MD Anderson Cancer Center John J. Hopkins Drive
    10670 John J Hopkins Dr, San Diego, CA 92121
  3. 3 Scripps Mercy Hospital Behavioral Health Unit
    4077 5th Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
  4. 4 Office
    4044 5th Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. Louis Rivera, MD is a general surgery specialist in La Jolla, CA and has over 24 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH / MAIN CAMPUS in 1999. He specializes in General Surgery.
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
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Specialties*
General Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH / MAIN CAMPUS
    1999
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Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Louis Rivera, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Rivera's profile.

Dr. Louis Rivera, MD is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla and Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego.

Yes, Dr. Louis Rivera, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas

    354 Santa Fe Dr, Encinitas, CA

  • Scripps Green Hospital

    10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA

  • Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla

    9888 Genesee Ave, La Jolla, CA

  • Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego

    4077 5th Ave, San Diego, CA