An endocrinologist in Santa Isabel, Dr. Nixzaliz Rodriguez Rivera diagnoses, treats, and manages endocrine disorders, or those affecting the body's secretion of hormones such as thyroid problems or diabetes.
Dr. Rodriguez Rivera has one office in Puerto Rico where she specializes in Endocrinology and Internal Medicine.
Endocrinologists are trained to treat patients for a variety of hormonal diseases and disorders, such as diabetes. Dr. Rodriguez Rivera can diagnose and create treatment plans for conditions like growth disorders, obesity, low testosterone, osteoporosis and various thyroid disorders, among others. Treatments provided by an endocrinologist may include medication management or hormone therapies.
The specialty of internal medicine is an area of primary care for adults. Dr. Rodriguez Rivera specializes in diagnosing and treating cross-system illnesses that may affect multiple organ systems. Dr. Rodriguez Rivera can also refer patients to specialist physicians when medically needed. For instance, patients with skin conditions may be referred to a dermatologist for further diagnostic tests or treatment plans.
Please Note: The information displayed below is sourced from the 2014 Medicare Physician and Other Supplier National Provider Identifier (NPI) Aggregate Report. It's important to remember that the statistics below are not inclusive of all patients treated by Dr. Rodriguez Rivera, but only those who participate in Medicare.