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Dr. Miguel Alvelo-Rivera, MD

Thoracic Surgery* Age 57
Dr. Miguel Alvelo-Rivera, MD
4.3 (18 Ratings)
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Dr. Miguel Alvelo-Rivera, MD is a Thoracic Surgery Specialist in Detroit, MI.
Dr. Miguel Alvelo-Rivera, MD
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Dr. Miguel Alvelo-Rivera, MD

Thoracic Surgery* Age 57
Detroit, MI
Accepting new patients
Dr. Miguel Alvelo-Rivera, MD is a Thoracic Surgery Specialist in Detroit, MI.

About

Dr. Miguel Alvelo-Rivera, MD is a Thoracic Surgery Specialist in Detroit, MI. They currently practice at Henry Ford Cancer - Detroit and are affiliated with Mymichigan Medical Center Alma, Mymichigan Medical Center Clare, Mymichigan Medical Center Gladwin and Mymichigan Medical Center Midland. Dr. Alvelo-Rivera has experience treating conditions like Lung Cancer among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Alvelo-Rivera received an average rating of 4.3/5 from patients and has been reviewed 18 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Alvelo-Rivera also speaks Spanish. Dr. Alvelo-Rivera is board certified in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Lung Cancer
Thoracentesis
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Lung Cancer
Thoracentesis
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Esophageal Cancer
Pleural Effusion
Acid Reflux Surgery
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy Robotic Assist
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection Robotic Assist
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
Abdominal Pain
Aneurysm
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Anorectal Abscess
Aortic Aneurysm
Aortic Valve Disease
Atrial Fibrillation
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Lung Neoplasms
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Benign Pleural Neoplasm
Boerhaave's Syndrome
Bone Cancer
Carotid Artery Disease
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Colorectal Cancer
Constipation
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Crohn's Disease
Empyema
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Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Fistula
Gallstones
Gastroparesis
Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Lung Abscess
Malignant Mediastinal Tumor
Mitral Valve Disease
Mitral Valve Regurgitation
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Osteosarcoma
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Pericardial Disease
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleura Cancer
Pleural Cancer
Pyloric Stenosis
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Sclerosing Mesenteritis
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach Cancer
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Thymomas
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Thyroid Cancer
Traumatic Brain Injury
Cancer Surgery
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Diaphragmatic Paraesophagel Hernia Robotic Assist
Duodenal Polypectomy
Esophageal Surgery
Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
Esophagomyotomy
Esophagomyotomy with Robotic Assist
Gastrotomy
Laparoscopic Surgery for Achalasia
Liver Biopsy
Lobectomy of Lung with Robotic Assist
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Lobectomy
Open Lung Resection or Removal
Pancoast Tumor Excision
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Thoracoscopic Thymectomy
Tracheal Surgery

Insurance Accepted

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  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Blue Card PPO
  • Medicare
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
    HealthyBlue Advantage
  • Cigna PPO
    Open Access Plus
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Medicaid
  • Molina
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Priority PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Henry Ford Cancer - Detroit
    2800 W Grand Blvd, Detroit, MI 48202
  2. 2 Henry Ford Medical Center - Bloomfield Township
    1961 S Telegraph Rd, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
  3. 3 Henry Ford Medical Center - Columbus
    39450 W 12 Mile Rd, Novi, MI 48377
    Monday
    06:30 - 20:00
    Tuesday
    06:30 - 20:00
    Wednesday
    06:30 - 20:00
    Thursday
    06:30 - 20:00
    Friday
    06:30 - 20:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Alvelo-Rivera
4.3
Based on 18 Reviews
5 Stars (14)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (2)

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Patient Reviews
Jan 25, 2024
Very caring. Knew about past medical history and surgery and discussed how it related to current condition. Allowed time for all my questions.
— Jan 25, 2024
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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. Miguel Alvelo-Rivera, MD is a thoracic surgery specialist in Detroit, MI. He specializes in Thoracic Surgery.
Biography
Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Thoracic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • University PR
    1993
Internship

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University of Pittsburgh
    2003
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Miguel Alvelo-Rivera, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Alvelo-Rivera's profile.

Dr. Miguel Alvelo-Rivera, MD is affiliated with Mymichigan Medical Center Alma, Mymichigan Medical Center Clare, Mymichigan Medical Center Gladwin and Mymichigan Medical Center Midland.

Yes, Dr. Miguel Alvelo-Rivera, MD holds board certification in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Mymichigan Medical Center Alma

    300 E Warwick Dr, Alma, MI

  • Mymichigan Medical Center Clare

    703 N McEwan St, Clare, MI

  • Mymichigan Medical Center Gladwin

    515 Quarter St, Gladwin, MI

  • Mymichigan Medical Center Midland

    4000 Wellness Dr, Midland, MI