
Overview
Dr. Rivera specializes in advanced laparoscopic abdominal procedures and robotic surgery, including hernia, bariatrics, anti-reflux, and gastrointestinal surgeries. He has also been performing advanced laparoscopy for many years. Dr. Rivera received his undergraduate degree in chemistry at Baylor University and went on to receive his medical degree from Texas Tech University School of Medicine. He completed his surgical residency at the University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City. Dr. Rivera provides care to patients aged 17 and older. Dr. Rivera is an avid soccer fan, especially of the United States men's national soccer team, Major League Soccer, the English Premier League, and South American football.
Dr. Rivera is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrectomy.
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1056 Texan Trl, Grapevine, TX 76051
Baylor Scott & White Center For Advanced Surgery - Dallas
Dr. Ward is a Clinical Professor at Texas A&M College of Medicine at Texas A&M Health Science Center, Dallas. He has traveled the world to train with pioneer surgeons who have pushed the frontiers of minimally invasive surgery such as Lee Swanstrom and Brice Gayet. His philosophy of care is to get patients back to a quality of life that is better than when he first met them. For surgical patients, minimally invasive techniques are usually the best at doing just that. By developing this unique skillset, Dr. Ward is able to offer a wide array of treatments for benign and malignant conditions of the esophagus, stomach, and other areas of the abdomen. Aside from the surgical aspect of his practice, he is active in conducting research. Dr. Ward believes there is always room to improve on the status quo and therefore uses research to improve patient care on a larger scale. By using evidence based practices and advanced surgical technology, he offers patients safe and innovative surgeries for achieving quality outcomes. In his spare time, he enjoys being outdoors with his family, cooking and cheering for his college sports teams. Dr. Ward was nominated for D Magazine's Best Docs in 2022, 2023, 2024. Dr. Ward is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Achalasia, Hiatal Hernia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.
Baylor Scott & White Center For Medical & Surgical Weight Loss Management - Park Cities
Dr. Davis is a Clinical Professor at Texas A&M College of Medicine at Texas A&M Health Science Center, Dallas. Dr. Davis specializes in metabolic and weight loss surgery, gastrointestinal surgery and emerging endoscopic therapies. Dr. Davis received his medical degree from New York College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his residency at The Stamford Hospital/Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons Program before finishing a fellowship at Legacy/Oregon Health Sciences University in advanced laparoscopic surgery. Dr. Davis serves as the Chief of Bariatric Surgery at Baylor University Medical Center, part of Baylor Scott & White Health, in Dallas and Medical Director of the Baylor Scott & White Weight Loss Surgery Program. In addition to his extensive education, Dr. Davis was appointed Assistant Professor in Surgery and served on the faculty of Columbia University Department of Surgery for over seven years. During this time he was also the Director of Bariatric Surgery for Columbia's affiliate medical institutions and established Bariatric Surgical programs at Valley Hospital in Ridgewood, NJ, and Lawrence Hospital in Bronxville, NY. Dr. Davis is involved with many clinical studies and has published numerous articles in the field of bariatric and gastrointestinal surgery. When he isn't busy in the medical field, he enjoys golfing, exercising and spending quality time with his wife and three children. Dr. Davis was nominated for D Magazine's 2024 Best Docs . Dr. Davis is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Malnutrition, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.
MedHealth
Dhiresh Jeyarajah is a General Surgeon in Richardson, Texas. Dr. Jeyarajah is highly rated in 63 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Julio R. Rivera
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Julio R. Rivera?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Julio R. Rivera by calling their office at 817-912-9530. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Julio R. Rivera a top-rated expert for Ogilvie Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Julio R. Rivera is classified as an Advanced expert for Ogilvie Syndrome, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Julio R. Rivera specialize in?
While Dr. Julio R. Rivera is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, and Gallstones. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Julio R. Rivera accept my insurance?
Dr. Julio R. Rivera accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 817-912-9530 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Ogilvie SyndromeDr. Rivera isAdvanced. Learn about Ogilvie Syndrome.
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- Acute PancreatitisDr. Rivera isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
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- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Rivera isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
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