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Dr. David Rivera, MD

Ophthalmology*
5.0 (9)
Map Pin Small Westerly, RI
Accepting new patients
37 years of experience

Overview of Dr. David Rivera, MD

Dr. David Rivera, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Westerly, RI. They specialize in Ophthalmology, has 37 years of experience, and is board certified in Ophthalmology. They graduated from GeorgeTown University and is affiliated with Westerly Hospital. Dr. Rivera, completed a residency at Brooke Army Mc. Patients rated Dr. Rivera an average 5.0 star rating.

Dr. Rivera works at Practice in Westerly, RI with other offices in Providence, RI. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Rivera's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Vision Care Associates LTD.
    45 Wells St Ste 2020, Westerly, RI 02891 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (401) 596-2020
  2. 2
    VA Medical Center
    830 Chalkstone Ave, Providence, RI 02908 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (401) 273-7100
    Monday
    09:00 - 16:00
    Tuesday
    09:00 - 16:00
    Wednesday
    Closed
    Thursday
    Closed
    Friday
    09:00 - 16:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  3. 3
    Westerly Hospital
    25 Wells St, Westerly, RI 02891 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (401) 596-6000

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  • Westerly Hospital

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    Specialties*
    • Ophthalmology

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    Years of Experience
    • 37 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Spanish
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    NPI Number
    • 1013930536
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    Education & Certifications

    Residency
    • Brooke Army Mc
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • GeorgeTown University
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    Undergraduate School
    • GeorgeTown University
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Ophthalmology
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