Dr. Luis Rivera M.D.
Pediatrician
Centro Comercial Barinas Yauco PR, 00698About
Dr. Luis Rivera is a pediatrician practicing in Yauco, PR. Dr. Rivera is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Rivera diagnoses and treats infections, injuries, diseases and other disorders in children. Pediatricians typically work with infants, children, teenagers and young adults up to age 21. They practice medical care as well as preventative health care. Dr. Rivera can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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