Overview
Dr. Richard J. Rivers is an associate professor of anesthesiology and critical care medicine and ophthalmology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. His area of clinical expertise is ophthalmological anesthesia. He serves as chief of anesthesia at the Wilmer Eye Institute at Johns Hopkins. Dr. Rivers received his bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering from Clarkson University and his medical degree from the University of Toledo College of Medicine. He was a transitional resident at the University of Toledo Hospital before performing an anesthesiology research fellowship and a residency in anesthesiology at the University of Virginia Health Sciences Center. Dr. Rivers then completed a Ph.D. in physiology at the University of Virginia Health Sciences Center. Prior to joining Johns Hopkins, Dr. Rivers was on faculty at the University of Rochester and then became chief of anesthesia at Lattimore Surgical Center in Rochester. He joined the Johns Hopkins faculty as chief of Anesthesia in 2002 and completed an M.B.A. at Johns Hopkins Carey Business School in 2009. Dr. Rivers’ primary research interest is vascular communication and the regulation of blood flow. He is past president of the Ophthalmic Anesthesia Society and is a member of many professional organizations including the Maryland Society of Anesthesiologists, the International Anesthesia Research Society and the American Society of Anesthesiologists.
His clinical expertise encompasses Ptosis and Cataract Removal.
Dr. Rivers is board certified in American Board Of Anesthesiology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 8 peer reviewed articles.
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Baltimore, MD 21287
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ric Rivers
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ric Rivers?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ric Rivers by calling their office at 410-955-5000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ric Rivers a top-rated expert for Ptosis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ric Rivers is classified as an Experienced expert for Ptosis, 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. Ric Rivers specialize in?
While Dr. Ric Rivers is a Intensive Care Medicine, they have specific expertise in Ptosis, Cataract Removal. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Intensive Care Medicine.
Does Dr. Ric Rivers participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ric Rivers has published 8 articles and abstracts on conditions like Ptosis. You can view a list of Dr. Ric Rivers's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ric Rivers accept my insurance?
Dr. Ric Rivers accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and CareFirst. We recommend calling the office directly at 410-955-5000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Cataract RemovalDr. Rivers isExperienced. Learn about Cataract Removal.
- PtosisDr. Rivers isExperienced. Learn about Ptosis.