Expertise in
18
conditions

Dr. Michael J. Rivkin

Pediatric Neurology
Stroke And Cerebrovascular Center
300 Longwood Ave, 
Boston, MA 
Accepting New Patients
Expertise in
18
conditions
Stroke And Cerebrovascular Center
300 Longwood Ave, 
Boston, MA 

Overview

Michael Rivkin is a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts.

Dr. Rivkin is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coach Syndrome, Polymicrogyria, Orofaciodigital Syndrome 6, Lissencephaly 2, and Craniectomy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 73 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Rivkin is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Pediatric Neurology

Licenses

Neurology with Special Qualifications in Neurology in MA

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

Gender

Male

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Locations

Stroke and Cerebrovascular Center
300 Longwood Ave, Boston, MA 02115

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

1 Clinical Trials

Perinatal Arterial Stroke: A Multi-site RCT of Intensive Infant Rehabilitation (I-ACQUIRE)
Perinatal Arterial Stroke: A Multi-site RCT of Intensive Infant Rehabilitation (I-ACQUIRE)
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: June 01, 2026
Intervention Type: Behavioral
Study Phase: Phase 3

73 Total Publications

Stroke in pediatric ventricular assist device support.
Stroke in pediatric ventricular assist device support.
Journal: JHLT open
Published: August 21, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Michael J. Rivkin

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Is Dr. Michael J. Rivkin a top-rated expert for Coach Syndrome?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael J. Rivkin is classified as an Advanced expert for Coach 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. Michael J. Rivkin specialize in?

While Dr. Michael J. Rivkin is a Pediatric Neurology, they have specific expertise in Coach Syndrome, Polymicrogyria, and Orofaciodigital Syndrome 6. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Neurology.

Does Dr. Michael J. Rivkin participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Michael J. Rivkin has published 73 articles and abstracts on conditions like Coach Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Michael J. Rivkin's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Michael J. Rivkin accept my insurance?

Dr. Michael J. Rivkin accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 617-355-6388 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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