Dr. Mercedita Quiros Rivera MD
Family Practitioner
65 Broadway Newark NJ, 07104About
Dr. Mercedita Rivera is a family practitioner practicing in Newark, NJ. 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.
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