Dr. Alfredo C Rivadeneira MD
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
101 Manning Dr Chapel Hill NC, 27599About
Dr. Alfredo Rivadeneira is a rheumatologist practicing in Chapel Hill, NC. Dr. Rivadeneira specializes in the treatment of musculoskeletal diseases and systematic autoimmune conditions that can affect the bones, muscles or bones. Eventually, if not treated, these illnesses can also impact the skin, eyes, nervous system and internal organs. Dr. Rivadeneira treats diseases similar to orthopedists but does not perform surgery. Often times, research is conducted to find potential alternatives for the patients illness.
Education and Training
University of Cordoba / Faculty of Medicine
Universidad Nacional De Cordoba, Facultad De Ciencias Medicas 1990
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