Dr. Hector M. Ortiz-rivera M.D.
Urologist
2121 Calle Delfos Guaynabo PR, 00969About
Dr. Hector Ortiz-rivera is a urologist practicing in Guaynabo, PR. Dr. Ortiz-rivera specializes in diseases of the urinary tract and the male reproductive system. This includes areas of the bladder, urethra, kidneys, penis and prostate. Urology is a surgical specialty and requires knowledge in other areas of expertise such as gynecology and internal medicine due to the variety of clinical problems that are involved.
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University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine 1980
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