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Dr. Joffre Rivera, MD

Dr. Joffre Rivera, MD

Gastroenterology*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Joffre Rivera, MD is a gastroenterologist in Lakeland, FL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Rivera has extensive experience in Gastrointestinal Disorders, Pancreatic Disease, and Esophageal Disorders. He graduated from University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine in 2000. He is affiliated with medical facilities Bartow Regional Medical Center and Lakeland Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.2 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 3.2 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

1600 Lakeland Hills Blvd Lakeland, FL 33805
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(863) 680-7000

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Rivera specializes in the area of Gastroenterology. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Rivera's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Rivera

3.2
12 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
50%
50%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
8%
8%
2 star
0%
0%
1 star
42%
42%

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very pleased with this Dr.
His staff at the surgery center were extremely friendly, courteous, helpful and funny. He explained everything going on and followed up with clear explanation.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Nov 13, 2024
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Excellence in Medicine, and excellence in respect
Dr. Rivera, gerontologist, is an excellent doctor. He respects his patients, and treats us like family. He has been my doctor for many years, and I highly recommend him. And I cannot say enough about his staff. Ashley Craig and her staff too. They don't mess around when it comes to patient respect, and care. He is a absolute medical wonder when it comes to your health. Thank you for the many years you have served me.I started going to him around 2009, and then I was suffering with Crones disease. After my stem cell transplant, for All Leukemia, it was reversed. And I started seeing Dr. Rivera for annual exams and procedures. He is highly intelligent and his passion for medicine is evident.
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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Patricia E. Beiter – Jan 13, 2024
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No thanks. He canceled on me to many times. Wait time to see him was over 30 mins. Refills was on time. Colonoscopies was rescheduled 3 times In months. He is younger than most drs. This may not be his fault. Just seems off.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Jun 16, 2020
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The MD is great, but the office staff is terrible, They never answer their phones. Poor customer service
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
2 others found this helpful
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Dec 17, 2019
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Had diarehea for 3 month, went to urgent care and they'd wanted me to see him asap. First told next available appt was in 5 months. Then they called back and said 6 weeks. I told them I can not go 6 more weeks feeling like this with no diagnosis and tests shoe my white blood count elevated. I have also been an established patient for over 5 yrs. very rude staff.
What went well
No results
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
8 others found this helpful
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Lakeland, FL – Apr 07, 2017
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I have been seeing dr riveria for 6 years. With my disease it's important to have a history. However, he is consistently unavailable for appointments when there is a problem. It usually takes 3 months or more to be seen. I would not recommend him for anything serious. Simple issues he is fine. Nice, professional otherwise
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
17 others found this helpful
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Lakeland, FL – Sep 29, 2016
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biography

Dr. Joffre Rivera, MD is a gastroenterologist in Lakeland, FL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Rivera has extensive experience in Gastrointestinal Disorders, Pancreatic Disease, and Esophageal Disorders. He graduated...read more

  • Gastroenterology

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  • Usf

    Residency Hospital

  • University Of South Florida

    Fellowship Hospital, 2006

  • University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2000
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Gastroenterology
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Locations

Practice

Watson Clinic LLP1600 Lakeland Hills Blvd Lakeland, FL 33805
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 6:30am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 6:30am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 6:30am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 6:30am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 6:30am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Practice

Watson Clinic LLP1033 N Parkway Frontage Rd Lakeland, FL 33803
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Practice

Watson Clinic Surgery Center1315 N Florida Ave Lakeland, FL 33805
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Practice

Watson CLNC LLP2300 E County Road 540A Lakeland, FL 33813
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Bartow Regional Medical Center

    2200 Osprey Blvd
    Bartow, FL 33830

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Lakeland Regional Medical Center

    1324 Lakeland Hills Blvd
    Lakeland, FL 33805
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

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

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
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