Dr. Patrick Rivera, MD
Family Practitioner
3901 Atrisco Dr Nw Pmg Atrisco Albuquerque NM, 87120About
Dr. Patrick Rivera is a family practitioner practicing in Albuquerque, NM. Dr. Rivera specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Rivera possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
Univ of Nm Sch of Med, Albuquerque Nm 1985
University of New Mexico School of Medicine 1985
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Back Pain
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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