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Dr. Carlos Rivera, MD

Dr. Carlos Rivera, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Carlos Rivera, MD is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in Miami, FL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY C.E.T.E.C. / SCHOOL OF MEDICINE in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as HCA Florida Kendall Hospital and HCA Florida Mercy Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

2.9 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 2.9 Star Rating (18 reviews)

Practice

8260 W Flagler St Ste 1H Miami, FL 33144

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Rivera is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Miramar Miramar, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Critical Care Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Rivera's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Rivera

2.9
18 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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Best endocrinologist
This doctor is very knowledgeable. He has plenty of experience. I like his professionalism. He explained to me what I had and why I should do my treatment when I showed reluctant to take pills. I recommend him and I definitely will keep him as my endocrinologist. Ok hope this help other patients decide what doctor to choose.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mirna Delgado – Jul 19, 2024
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Worst doctor, please stay away. He never talked about any of my issues, he just wanted to make personal conversations which i didn't felt comfortable with. It got really awkward and uncomfortable. Wouldn't recommend if you have any other option go for it, but this is a NO.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 07, 2024
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Very professional
Didn't have any trouble getting an appointment, didn't have to wait long to be examined, Doctor was very professional and attentive, explained treatment, much better than other endocrinologist I have been to. Staff was professional and friendly also.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Gloria – Dec 30, 2023
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Dr.Rivera is an excellent doctor I highly recommend him to Family and friends.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Bertha Pitt – Aug 24, 2022
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Gran profesional
La impresión que me lleve en mi consulta, fue muy gratificante, es un médico que conversa con el paciente de su problema de salud, se ve el interes en tu situación además de su equipo de trabajo, son muy profesionales todos,!por tanto lo recomiendo 100% I
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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José Manuel Tovar – Feb 02, 2022
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He has been very patient and understanding unlike any of my previous endocrinologists. We ave discussed several options to deal with my out-of-control A1C. Extremely happy with Dr. Rivera's professionalism.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Jul 10, 2021
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My mother is Dr. Rivera's patient, and I am currently looking for another doctor. Her blood sugar on 3 occasions has been over 400 and when you call for a call back, you get crickets. Not a call for checkup, not a call for follow ups, not a call for appt. confirmations, not ONE call. The staff also very unprofessional and snobbish. Look elsewhere, I know we are.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Diana – May 29, 2020
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Called for an appt and the first lady I spoke twas extremely rude asking what my diagnosis was because that's the only way I could get an appt but if i had a diagnosis I wouldnt need an appt. I told her my PCP referred me to them and she still would not confirm an appt for me instead transferring me to speak to the medical assistant who was even more unprofessional and rude to me. My review has nothing to do with the doctor as I didn't even get that far, but rather with the horrible staff at his
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
2 others found this helpful
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Feb 21, 2019
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We went to see to get my thyroid levels checked, gave blood samples for testing. After few days tried reaching their office to get my results and till date even after multiples calls and follow ups never got my results or diagnosis results. They kept me on hold and never replied to me on my diagnosis results. So i had to visit a different doctor and went through all the disgnosis process to finaly get my results. Very unprofessional and would never recomend any one to visit them.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Shilpi rai in Doral, FL – Aug 02, 2018
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Do not recommend at all. You don’t get seen until 3 hours after your appointment time, then the doctor spends more time talking to you about his life then actually asking you questions and examining you. I listened to him for 20 min talk about his life and not once did he ask me how I was doing or examine me. Sent him lab results that were critical and he never called me to address the issue. The office is old and not welcoming.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Miami, Florida – Dec 19, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Carlos Rivera, MD is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in Miami, FL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY C.E.T.E.C. / SCHOOL OF MEDICINE in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read more
  • Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

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  • University C.e.t.e.c. / School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1983
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Locations

Practice

Carlos E Rivera8260 W Flagler St Ste 1H Miami, FL 33144
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Practice

El Retiro Medical Center Corp.1818 W Flagler St Miami, FL 33135
2
Angel's Medical Company5038 Coronado Pkwy Naples, FL 34116
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • HCA Florida Kendall Hospital

    11750 SW 40th St
    Miami, FL 33175
    Recipient of 52
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Critical Care Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    76%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    8% lower than the national average

    71%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • HCA Florida Mercy Hospital

    3663 S Miami Ave
    Miami, FL 33133
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards
  • West Kendall Baptist Hospital

    9555 SW 162nd Ave
    Miami, FL 33196
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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