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Dr. Michael B Rivers M.D., Ophthalmologist
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Dr. Michael B Rivers M.D.

Ophthalmologist

4/5(17)
6355 Walker Ln Suite 502 Alexandria VA, 22310
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4/5

About

What distinguishes The Retina Group of Washington from any other Washington-area practiceand from most groups around the countryis the vast experience and sub-specialty expertise of our retinal physic ...

Education and Training

Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University 1985

Board Certification

OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 32 years of experience

Treatments

  • Eye Problems, Laser Procedures, Vitreoretinal Surgery
  • Cataracts
  • Diabetes
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Retinal Detachment
  • Retinal Tear
  • Macular Hole
  • Uveitis
  • Type 2 Diabetes

Professional Memberships

  • Member American Society of Retina Specialists 
  • Fellow American Academy of Ophthalmology 

Fellowships

  • Univ Iowa Hospitals & Clinics, Retina/Vitreous Surgery    1989
  • University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics    1991

Dr. Michael B Rivers M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 6355 Walker Ln Suite 502

6355 Walker Ln Suite 502 -
Alexandria, VA 22310
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New patients: 301-656-8100, 703-313-8822
Fax: 703-313-9422, 301-652-2957

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Patient Experience with Dr. Rivers


4.0

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Dr. Michael B Rivers M.D. has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 17 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Ophthalmologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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