Meet Dr. Richard Rivera
I can't remember a time when I didn't want to become a physician. Early in my quest I wanted to be a cardiologist. I did heart research while earning my graduate degree from Texas A & M University. It was while I was in medical school at UT Southwestern in Dallas that I developed my passion for caring for and treating children.
I'm a Board-certified pediatrician who has practiced medicine in the North Carrollton area since 1983. I now see children of the children that I once cared for, and I refer to them as my "grandpatients". I care for patients the time they're newborns all the way through their college years. Over the years, I have acquired several interests in pediatrics, including developmental pediatrics, which involves diagnosing and treating behavioral and educational problems. I also enjoy sports medicine and caring for young athletes.
On a personal note, I have three grown children and in my spare time, I enjoy hobbies, such as pottery, wood working, photography and gourmet cooking. For recreation, I participate in tennis, fly tying and fishing, scuba diving and taking road trips on my motorcycle.
I really love what I do as a pediatrician, knowing the whole family and not just the child. My joy is assisting them and watching the kids grow and develop into happy and productive young adults. I'm having so much fun doing this that I have no desire or plans to retire any time soon, or if ever! – Dr. Rivera
Services
- Acute illnesses
- ADHD management
- Chronic condition management
- Developmental problems
- Disease prevention
- Flu shots
- Hearing screens
- Injury treatment
- Obesity and weight management
- Vision screens
- Patient and parent education
- School and sports physicals
- Vaccines and immunizations
- Well checks
Reviews
Average rating:
Questions were addressed |
4.9
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Provider explained things clearly |
4.8
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Likelihood of recommending this provider |
4.9
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Trust/confidence in physicians |
4.9
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What our families say
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March 24, 2025
To all the staff from the front desk, they're always kind.
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March 24, 2025
Dr Rivera is exceptional and appreciate him so much
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March 21, 2025
Dr Richard Rivera for his excellent bedside manner. Also MA [...] for her caring attitude.
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March 13, 2025
Dr. Rivera's care about [...] ongoing asthma issues. He always makes sure we have enough medication and it's working. When insurance won't cover something, hell find something that works that is covered.
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March 13, 2025
[...] knows both my kids well and always asks about my college student when she's not with us. Same with Dr. Rivera. They're both very personable and make sure to listen to any concerns with care. Dr. Rivera is always very thorough with [...] regarding her [...] medications. I'm very grateful for his care of both of my children.
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March 10, 2025
Everyone! From the front desk receptionist, to the nurse that did the introduction and took as back in the room and Dr. Rivera. Everyone was fantastic! Super quick. Refreshing smiles and hellos! It was a great visit!
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March 09, 2025
Dr Rivera and all the staff are outstanding as usual
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March 09, 2025
It was a great experience
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December 21, 2024
Thank you for arranging an American Sign Language interpreter for the visit so that our minor son's mother could fully participate.
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December 05, 2024
Nothing bad
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December 05, 2024
Dr Rivera is the best and so is [...] the assistant
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November 23, 2024
Dr. Rivera was so great that gave me a referral right away and even talked called the office to get our son in right way due to seeing something within his eye. Dr. Rivera is a blessing!!
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November 23, 2024
[...] is always so wonderful with our kids and always listens to why we are here and is so understanding. Also, we are so grateful to have Dr. Rivera as our pediatrician he is on it and takes the time with our family to help us in every way.
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October 24, 2024
Dr.Rivera excellent doctor. We been going to him since my son is a baby. He understand my son.
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October 18, 2024
Dr. Rivera is such a knowledgeable pediatrician. I've seen other pediatricians, but none compared to him. Very thorough. His staff has always been courteous to patients
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October 15, 2024
Would love seeing information available in Mandarin. I realize there isn't a huge population here in the Dallas area, but it IS the most used language in the world, and the only one my wife can read.
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October 11, 2024
Dr. Rivera is caring and helpful Dr.
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October 11, 2024
Dr Rivera is the best Dr in Texas.
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October 10, 2024
Dr.Rivera does a great job explaining things.
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September 26, 2024
The visits are always good doctor always takes time to listen to us and answers all our questions in very simple form.
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September 12, 2024
No bad experience
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August 30, 2024
Whenever we come to attend the clinic everyone is very professional in caring for my children
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August 28, 2024
Dr Rivera & Nurse [...] are excellent
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August 19, 2024
I'd like to thank the front office staff when my daughter got sick at the check out they gave her water and made sure she was okay and set us up with a sick bag.
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August 19, 2024
All workers here care about their patients. As my daughter was sick in the restroom another doctor came to check on her as well. We felt very well taken care of.
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August 17, 2024
We have been going since 5 years all the time they all are very good friendly and approachable
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August 17, 2024
We stay almost 4minutes away still we go to Dr Rivera because of his approach to children and even the staff ,they give us the appointment accordingly to our convenience
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August 02, 2024
Dr. Rivera, the best pediatrician
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August 01, 2024
Nurse [...] and Dr. Rivera are always amazing, they both have seen my children since 3 days old, [...], I drive over 1 hour to the office since we moved from the area but we will keep doing it just for Dr. Rivera to see our children, we always feel comfortable being under his care.
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July 18, 2024
Whole visit was good
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July 18, 2024
The medical assistant was great - very nice. Obviously love Dr. Rivera.
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July 16, 2024
All the staff is great
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July 14, 2024
We usually see both Tammy and Dr. Rivera when coming in and both are amazing
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July 10, 2024
Dr Rivera is the best! He take care of my 3 boys and their cousins as well, we are so glad to have Dr Rivera in our lives. THANK YOU!
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July 02, 2024
Dr. Rivera always talks to the boys and myself about their health.
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June 29, 2024
Dr. Rivera rocks! Very attentive and accurate with notes.
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June 13, 2024
Your entire staff is great
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June 09, 2024
Dr. Rivera and Tammy are always the BEST!! Have seen my children since they were 3 days old and now are 12 and 10, also took care of my nephews until they were adults!!
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June 09, 2024
Excellent experience every visit
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June 07, 2024
Dr Rivera understands our needs.
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June 07, 2024
Good
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June 06, 2024
Dr Rivera is excellent in helping my child to improve his condition
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June 06, 2024
Very good
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May 18, 2024
Dr. Rivera is such a godsend. He's so patient, kind, and makes us feel so comfortable.
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May 17, 2024
Always an awesome experience! Dr. Rivera and staff are great. They always take the time to really talk to you and make you feel comfortable. He always addresses our concerns and has a great bedside manner. We love him!!
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May 16, 2024
BEST Dr. in Carrollton.
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May 16, 2024
Dr Rivera he is a GREAT doctor.
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May 06, 2024
We love Dr. Rivera!
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April 24, 2024
He's the best doctor I've ever met
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April 17, 2024
Dr. Rivera is a blessing.
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April 13, 2024
Doctor Rivera is always been really patient with my son.
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April 03, 2024
Nurse Tammy & Dr Rivera are always so attentive and pleasant to deal with. They are very knowledgeable and always willing to listen/discuss
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March 27, 2024
Dr. Rivera is incredible in his patient manner and how he addresses my son and provides information about what is going on. He is patient, respectful and explains how and why he is treating my son.
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March 27, 2024
I recommend Dr. Rivera to every parent I can including parent blogs. I cannot recommend him highly enough. Any child is lucky to have him as a doctor.
Education
- Medical School:
- UT Southwestern Medical School
- Residency:
- Children's Medical Center of Dallas
- Board Certifications:
- American Board of Pediatrics
Affiliations
- Cook Children's Physician Network
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