Dr. Jorge Luis Rivera M.D.
Ophthalmologist
16 Calle Dr Nelson Perea Mayaguez PR, 00680About
Dr. Jorge Rivera is an ophthalmologist practicing in Mayaguez, PR. Dr. Rivera specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Rivera can practice medicine as well as surgery. Opthalmologists can perform surgeries because they have their medical degrees along with at least eight years of additional training. Dr. Rivera can diagnose and treat diseases, perform eye operations and prescribe eye glasses and contacts. Ophthalmologists can also specialize even further in a specific area of eye care.
Education and Training
University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine 2003
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