Dr. Juan Rivera M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
1200 E Savannah Suite 16 Mcallen TX, 78503About
Dr. Juan Rivera practices Pulmonology in Mcallen, TX. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Rivera manages patients who need life support and mechanical ventilation, and is specially trained in diseases and conditions of the chest, particularly pneumonia, asthma, tuberculosis, emphysema, and complicated chest infections.
Education and Training
University of The Northeast / School of Medicine 1984
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