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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.<br /><br /> 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.<br /><br /> 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. 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I would recommend this office any day and any time to any and everyone.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">June 14, 2025</p> <p>The whole visit was good! From scheduling to providing educational information about adolescence and growing up. Dr. Rivera also offers to talk to my son just in case there are things he may have questions about. Especially with him getting older and his body changes. We appreciate the whole Cooks Children's office on Josey Lane.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">June 06, 2025</p> <p>Our nurse is always very sweet and nice and as well as the staff</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">June 06, 2025</p> <p>Every time we visit the office is a good experience.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">May 23, 2025</p> <p>Dr Richard Rivera was my pediatrician when I was growing up, and now he sees both of my girls since they were born. He has always been an exemplary Pediatrician. I trust his care. He is genuine, and truly loves these kiddos. I am so grateful for him, and it has been amazing having him care for my little girls while he is still practicing. He has left such a great imprint on our family.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">May 09, 2025</p> <p>We have been seeing Dr. Rivera for about 9 years now; both of my kids see him. We always feel that we are a priority and are well taken care of.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">April 29, 2025</p> <p>Very good experience</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">April 24, 2025</p> <p>Dr. Rivera is outstanding. So gentle and kind. I love that my son is always so excited to see him.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">April 24, 2025</p> <p>The whole staff is amazing. [...] has been seeing Dr. Rivera for 9 years and he is absolutely amazing.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">April 21, 2025</p> <p>Exceptional service and professionalism</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">April 21, 2025</p> <p>Dr Rivera .. The best pediatrician I've ever met</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">April 06, 2025</p> <p>Everyone was very professional so thank you</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">March 24, 2025</p> <p>To all the staff from the front desk, they're always kind.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">March 24, 2025</p> <p>Dr Rivera is exceptional and appreciate him so much</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">March 21, 2025</p> <p>Dr Richard Rivera for his excellent bedside manner. Also MA [...] for her caring attitude.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">March 13, 2025</p> <p>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.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">March 13, 2025</p> <p>[...] 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.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">March 10, 2025</p> <p>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!</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">March 09, 2025</p> <p>Dr Rivera and all the staff are outstanding as usual</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">March 09, 2025</p> <p>It was a great experience</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">December 21, 2024</p> <p>Thank you for arranging an American Sign Language interpreter for the visit so that our minor son's mother could fully participate.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">December 05, 2024</p> <p>Nothing bad</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">December 05, 2024</p> <p>Dr Rivera is the best and so is [...] the assistant</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">November 23, 2024</p> <p>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!!</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">November 23, 2024</p> <p>[...] 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.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">October 24, 2024</p> <p>Dr.Rivera excellent doctor. We been going to him since my son is a baby. He understand my son.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">October 18, 2024</p> <p>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</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">October 15, 2024</p> <p>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.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">October 11, 2024</p> <p>Dr. Rivera is caring and helpful Dr.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">October 11, 2024</p> <p>Dr Rivera is the best Dr in Texas.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">October 10, 2024</p> <p>Dr.Rivera does a great job explaining things.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">September 26, 2024</p> <p>The visits are always good doctor always takes time to listen to us and answers all our questions in very simple form.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">September 12, 2024</p> <p>No bad experience</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">August 30, 2024</p> <p>Whenever we come to attend the clinic everyone is very professional in caring for my children</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">August 28, 2024</p> <p>Dr Rivera & Nurse [...] are excellent</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">August 19, 2024</p> <p>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.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">August 19, 2024</p> <p>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.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">August 17, 2024</p> <p>We have been going since 5 years all the time they all are very good friendly and approachable</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">August 17, 2024</p> <p>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</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">August 02, 2024</p> <p>Dr. Rivera, the best pediatrician</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">August 01, 2024</p> <p>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.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">July 18, 2024</p> <p>Whole visit was good</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">July 18, 2024</p> <p>The medical assistant was great - very nice. Obviously love Dr. Rivera.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">July 16, 2024</p> <p>All the staff is great</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">July 14, 2024</p> <p>We usually see both Tammy and Dr. Rivera when coming in and both are amazing</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">July 10, 2024</p> <p>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!</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">July 02, 2024</p> <p>Dr. Rivera always talks to the boys and myself about their health.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">June 29, 2024</p> <p>Dr. Rivera rocks! 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