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Dr. Sean Rivera, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 39
Dr. Sean Rivera, MD
4.0 (4 Ratings)

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Dr. Sean Rivera, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Albuquerque, NM.
Dr. Sean Rivera, MD
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Dr. Sean Rivera, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 39
Albuquerque, NM
Accepting new patients
12 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Sean Rivera, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Albuquerque, NM.

About

Dr. Sean Rivera, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Albuquerque, NM and has 12 years experience. They graduated from University of New Mexico School of Medicine in 2012 and completed a residency at University of Minnesota.They currently practice at Optum and are affiliated with University Of Iowa Hospital and Clinics. At present, Dr. Rivera received an average rating of 4.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 4 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Rivera also speaks Spanish. Dr. Rivera is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Keratitis
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Eye Infections
Keratitis
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Eye Infections
Accommodation Disorders
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Benign Neoplasm of Choroid
Benign Neoplasm of Eye
Cataract
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Corneal Diseases
Degenerative Disorders of Globe
Diabetic Cataracts
Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)
Diabetic Retinopathy
Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Dry Eyes
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Eyelid Disorders
Glaucoma
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Lacrimal Gland Disorder
Progressive High Myopia
Pterygium
Retinal Vascular Occlusion
Senile Cataracts
Strabismus
Tear Duct Disorders
Visual Field Defects
Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Cataract Removal Surgery
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Anisocoria
Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
Anterior Scleritis
Aphakia and Other Disorders of Lens
Astigmatism
Bell's Palsy
Black Eye
Blepharitis
Blind Hypotensive Eye
Blindness
Blocked Tear Duct
Central Serous Chorioretinopathy
Chalazion
Chorioretinal Scars
Choroidal Neovascular Membranes (CNVM)
Chronic Conjunctivitis
Congenital Nystagmus
Conjunctiva Degeneration Deposit
Conjunctival Hemorrhage
Contusion of the Eyeball
Convergence Insufficiency
Corneal Abrasion
Corneal Abrasion or Laceration
Corneal Erosion
Corneal Ulcer
Cranial Nerve Disorders
Cranial Nerve Palsy
Dacryoadenitis
Diplopia
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Disorder of Choroid
Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis)
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Entropion
Esotropia
Exotropia
Eye Cancer
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Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension
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Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
Lagophthalmos
Lazy Eye
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Macular Hole
Macular or Retinal Edema
Migraine
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Nearsightedness
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Ocular Hypertension
Ophthalmoplegia
Optic Neuritis
Orbital Cellulitis
Paralytic Strabismus
Pigment Dispersion Syndrome
Pinguecula
Presbyopia
Retinal Cysts
Retinal Detachment and Retinal Tear
Retinal Dystrophy
Retinal Hemorrhage
Retinal Neovascularization
Retinal Telangiectasia
Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP)
Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP)
Retinoschisis
Retrobulbar Neuritis
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Serous Detachment Retina
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Temporal Arteritis
Trichiasis
Uveitis and Iridocyclitis
Vitreous Hemorrhage
Anterior Vitrectomy
B-Scan Ultrasound
Blepharoplasty
Dilation of Outflow Canal
Excision of Chalazion
Eye Examination
Eyelid Surgery
Farnsworth Lantern Test
Foreign Body Removal from Eye
Glaucoma Surgery
Iridectomy
Iridotomy
Laser Trabeculoplasty
Non-Cosmetic Chemodenervation
Ocular Prosthetics
Paracentesis of Anterior Eye
Pterygium Surgery
Removal of Foreign Body from External Eye
Repair of Brow Ptosis and Blepharoptosis
Repair of Entropion or Ectropion
Repair of Eye Laceration
Tear Duct Surgery
Temporal Artery Biopsy
Vision Screening
Vitrectomy (incl. Macular Hole Repair)
Vitreoretinal Surgery
YAG Iridotomy
YAG Laser Capsulotomy

Insurance Accepted

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  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Medicaid
  • Molina
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Presbyterian Health Plan, Inc.
  • United Healthcare

Locations

  1. 1 Lovelace Health Systems Inc
    5150 Journal Center Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109
    Monday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Friday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  2. 2 University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital
    200 Hawkins Dr, Iowa City, IA 52242
  3. 3 University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital
    200 Hawkins Dr, Iowa City, IA 52242

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Sep 14, 2018
I went to Dr Rivera for precise information on the health of my eyes. He was pleasant, comprehensive, and professional. He provided the confidence I needed on the future of my sight and just what my risks might be.
— Sep 14, 2018
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Ophthalmology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of New Mexico School of Medicine
    2012
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Hennepin County Medical Center
    2013
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of Minnesota
    2016
Residency Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Sean Rivera, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Rivera's profile.

Dr. Sean Rivera, MD is affiliated with University Of Iowa Hospital and Clinics.

Yes, Dr. Sean Rivera, MD holds board certification in Ophthalmology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • University Of Iowa Hospital and Clinics

    200 Hawkins Dr, Iowa City, IA