Dr. Miriam L. Rivera Irizarry, MD
Family Practitioner | Adult Medicine
1130 S Semoran Blvd Suite C Orlando FL, 32807About
Miriam L. Rivera Irizarry, MD, is an internist who diagnoses and treats patients at St. Peter Medical Group Inc. in Kissimmee, FL. According to the American College of Physicians, “internists are physicians specializing in internal medicine, a discipline focused on the care of adults emphasizing use of the best medical science available in caring for patients in the context of thoughtful, meaningful doctor-patient relationships”. Her professional journey spans twenty years and her expertise covers all facets of internal medicine. Her patients value her expertise as well as thoroughness of examination, clarity of instructions, and ability to answer questions
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Education and Training
Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara Medical Degree 1995
Board Certification
Internal Medicine
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- High Cholesterol
- Obesity
- Peripheral Neuropathy
- Arthritis
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Neuropathy
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
Professional Memberships
- American Medical Association
Internships
- West Ponce Hospital Puerto Rico
Professional Society Memberships
- American Medical Association
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Get to know Internist Dr. Miriam L. Rivera Irizarry, who serves patients in Kissimmee, Florida.
Dr. Rivera Irizarry is an internist who is affiliated with St. Peter Medical Group Inc. in Kissimmee, Florida. She is licensed to practice medicine in Florida and Puerto Rico.
Dr. Rivera Irizarry earned her medical degree from the Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara in Zapopan, Mexico. She then went on to complete her internship and residency at Hospital Episcopal San Lucas in Ponce, Puerto Rico.
Dr. Rivera is a member of the American Medical Association (AMA). The AMA is the largest association of physicians – both MDs and DOs – and medical students in the United States. The mission of the AMA is “to promote the art and science of medicine and the betterment of public health.”
Internal medicine or general medicine is the medical specialty dealing with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of adult diseases. Physicians specializing in internal medicine are called internists. As an internist, Dr. Rivera Irizarry manages and prevents common and complex diseases by providing comprehensive care and promoting overall well-being.
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