Overview
Dr. Rivas graduated from the University of Carabobo School of Medicine in Valencia, Venezuela, where she also spent her internship. After serving as a surgery assistant at Guerra Mendez Medical Center in Valencia, Dr. Rivas completed her Pediatric Residency at SUNY Health Science Center in Brooklyn and her Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition Fellowship at Children?s Hospital at Montefiore. She directs the Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition Fellowship Program at The Children's Hospital at Montefiore.
Her top areas of expertise are Jaundice, Pancreatic Pseudocyst, Choledocholithiasis, Childhood Pancreatitis, and Colonoscopy.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 8 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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3415 Bainbridge Avenue, Bronx, NY 10467
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Yolanda Rivas
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Yolanda Rivas?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Yolanda Rivas by calling their office at 718-741-2450. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Yolanda Rivas a top-rated expert for Jaundice?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Yolanda Rivas is classified as an Experienced expert for Jaundice, 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. Yolanda Rivas specialize in?
While Dr. Yolanda Rivas is a Pediatric Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Jaundice, Pancreatic Pseudocyst, and Colonoscopy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Yolanda Rivas participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Yolanda Rivas has published 8 articles and abstracts on conditions like Jaundice. You can view a list of Dr. Yolanda Rivas's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Yolanda Rivas accept my insurance?
Dr. Yolanda Rivas accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 718-741-2450 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Rivas isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Rivas isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- ColonoscopyDr. Rivas isExperienced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- JaundiceDr. Rivas isExperienced. Learn about Jaundice.
- Pancreatic PseudocystDr. Rivas isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Pseudocyst.