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Dr. Kathleen Rivera, MD

Dr. Kathleen Rivera, MD

Child & Adolescent Psychiatry*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Kathleen Rivera, MD is a child & adolescent psychiatrist in Danbury, CT and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Rivera has extensive experience in Personality Disorders and Psychotic Disorders. She graduated from University of Puerto Rico / Medical Sciences Campus in 2006. She is affiliated with Danbury Hospital. She is not accepting new patients.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 5 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (5 reviews)

Practice

152 West St Danbury, CT 06810
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(203) 791-5140

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Rivera specializes in the areas of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, Forensic Psychiatry & Psychiatry. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Rivera's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Rivera

3.4

5 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 Star
60%
60%
4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
40%
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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
Telehealth
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 05, 2025
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What went well
  • 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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mother of 3 in Carmel – Jun 07, 2019
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About Me

biography

Dr. Kathleen Rivera, MD is a child & adolescent psychiatrist in Danbury, CT and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Rivera has extensive experience in Personality Disorders and Psychotic Disorders. She graduated from University...read more

  • Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

  • Forensic Psychiatry

  • Psychiatry

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Yale University, Psychiatry And The Law

    Fellowship Hospital, 2012

  • Institute Of Living

    Fellowship Hospital, 2011

  • University Conn Health Center

    Residency Hospital, 2009

  • University Of Puerto Rico / Medical Sciences Campus

    Medical School, 2006

  • University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2006
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
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Forensic Psychiatry
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Psychiatry
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Locations

Practice

Dops-Psychiatry152 West St Danbury, CT 06810
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Practice

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3
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  • Hours
    • Tue: 8:30am - 4:30pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Danbury Hospital

    24 Hospital Ave
    Danbury, CT 06810
    Recipient of 28
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

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

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

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

    View all awards

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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