Ratings for Dr. Maria T. Rivero

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Rivero was a great actress but a terrible, rude, and downright mean doctor. Has no compassion, quick to yelling if she is slightly irritated with you. Spent hours in her office waiting to see her. She will ask if you have any questions and if you make the mistake to ask even just one, she will bite your head off and treat you like you are retarded. Like you should have already known the answer even though you've never been pregnant before. She yelled at me when I cried out in pain due to pelvic exams being way too painful for me. Turns out I have a medic reason (another doctor diagnosed me because Rivero refused to look into it)
She then proceeded to ask me WITH NO WARNING if I've been securely abused as a child because there's no reason at all for pelvic exams to be as painful as they were. What a horrible doctor. You don't ask anyone that serious question the way she asked. It pulls up triggers and lord know what else. She also basically went off on me when we had to do a csection instead of pushing my baby out naturally. She is the while reason why i decided on csection. I wanted to be DONE WITH HER. I didn't want her anywhere near me or my body anymore. Her and the nurses MANDHANDLED me after surgery when my 2nd pregnancy doctor didn't have have push down on my stomach AS HARD AS RIVERO AND HER NURSES DID.
She was the worst doctor I have ever encountered and I regret not changing doctors. It was my first experience and rivero gave me NO INFO on anything. I had to Google everything. She was good for getting my baby out heal but everything else surrounding it, terrible terrible terrible doctor. I also suffered from terrible postpartum depression of which she did not check me for, nor did she even care to do a follow up with me.
Never said anything since it was back in 2018 but that kind of trauma doesn't just go away. Reading everyone else's reviews, it sounds like she needs to be reported and retired.

Submitted July 21, 2021

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I guess Dr Rivero only likes to delivery babies. First it is always a long wait to see her like one hour or more. And when she gets into the room she is always rushed and she doesn’t take any time to listen your questions or concerns. The first appointment she was the best doctor ever She deserves an Oscar, good actress the next appointment she lost control and yelled at me just because I asked her about some birth control symptoms. I guess she is having some hormone problems and should see a doctor to treat herself. I gave one more chance and the third appointment she was rushed again, I waited 1h20min to see her. Totally disrespectful with a client, she makes you feel stupid when asking questions. Now I’m looking for a new doctor...

Submitted Aug. 31, 2020

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Dr Rivero delivered my first baby. I had a pretty rough delivery, she was fine during the delivery part. But I will not be using her again for this pregnancy. I did not feel like I could talk to her or ask her questions. She was always very rushed and never really smiled nor made any type of small talk, and no empathy. When asking questions her reponses would make me feel dumb for even asking the question. She also got very upset with me, borderline yelling, during one of the appts because I didn't call to tell her I thought something might be wrong. Anyways she was fine for the delivery but I will be using someone else I feel like I can talk to.

Submitted Nov. 8, 2018

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Dr. Rivero is one of a kind. She is extremely knowledgeable and compassionate! I have known her for many years. I have been under her care for a variety of OBGYN situations involving two miscarriages and some other uterus conditions. She has always been remarkably patient and thorough throughout with clear and specific explanations to all my concerns. It is your responsibility as a patient to do some research about your situation and concerns beforehand, so that your doctor's appointment will be more efficient and focused. Therefore, I've always been extremely satisfied with Dr. Rivero's keen advice, expertise and kindness.

Submitted June 13, 2016

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Dr Rivero has been my OB/GYN for 4 pregnancies including my 2nd which was a miscarriage and my last where I had twins. I would trust her with my life and the life of my children which is the most critical element when selecting a doctor. She has always been kind, compassionate, extremely knowledgeable, professional, and extremely experienced having seen all kinds of concern, issues, and types of deliveries. Her quick actions during the delivery of my first child literally saved my life as my placenta had tore, and I was bleeding rapidly. Her nurse had told her she had all my placenta which was not true, and she recognized the signs. She also ensured the delivery nurse was giving enough pain medications early on.
Throughout my pregnancies her concern was for both the health of myself and my baby. She made certain I clearly understood everything regarding any decisions or care. She referred me to specialized care when required (which by the way meant she was not making more money, and it is ridiculous to me that a few of the reviews believe she is making money from more lab tests, hospital visits, or specialist. She is trying to give you the same care she would want for herself and her child.)
She helped me make decisions with my twins on how much bed rest, if I should do a C-section, etc, and I knew she had several other twin pregnancies ahead of mine which gave me comfort. She is very compassionate, but like a good doctor she tells you the truth. She can’t always control the truth or predict the future. It is her job to make sure you understand as much of the truth as she knows based on the best information she has from tests, her knowledge and experience, and exams. It is also her job to help you reduce any risk for your health and the baby’s health.
She has a kind heart to take on a percentage of less fortunate. I feel like some of the lower ratings are because she is caring for less fortunate (where some doctors prefer not to), and they tend to write lower reviews with poor grammar.
Bottom-line: She is one of the best doctors: knowledgeable, professional, compassionate, and kind. She not so compassionate as to hide the truth or let you ignore real risks to feel good. You want your medical doctor to be the best medical doctor when delivering a baby.

Submitted Feb. 25, 2016

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I will have to say that I'm rating the office, not Dr. Rivero, since I never was able to see her. Shawn was awesome and the ONLY one who cared to be compassionate to me on my 2nd miscarriage. I know I'm emotional and bitter right now but telling me "well at least you can get pregnant" after my 2nd miscarriage is REALLY not comforting. The staff takes FOREVER to return phone calls, the office staff is incredibly rude. They like to ask me what kind of blood work I'm in for even though I have no clue. The miscarriage was painful and no doctor would talk to me. I was just told to keep doing what I was doing. I'm done with the place and would NOT recommend this place to anyone who values their time, would like someone to treat them with compassion or would like phone calls returned in a timely manner.

Submitted Sept. 15, 2015

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This Woman is SATAN very rude!! She is not a great doctor at all!!

Submitted Nov. 24, 2014

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Dr. Rivero is a professional doctor. She is not the most empathic person but the most important is that she is always very aware of any issues during the pregnancy. She is doing all needed tests and if there is anything what she is concerned about she is doing extra tests. I also had a few moments when didn't feel comfortable for 100% with her personality - sometimes asking questions made me nervous but in the end the most important things are her knowledge and professionalism. The most horrible thing about the office is that it always takes sooo long! I always needed to wait for Dr. Rivero in the room for at least 40min. That's too long!

Submitted Aug. 21, 2014

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She is the best doctor ... Dr.rivero is a serious doctor she is the one who is taking responsibility for of mother and the baby ...she is not here to entertain people .. I like her I am blessed having her on my 1st pregnancy hope so with the 2nd pregnancy too.best doctor

Submitted Feb. 9, 2014

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I am shocked at all the comments on here about Dr. Rivero and her being rude. Dr. Rivero has delivered all 3 of my daughters and has been nothing but professional, her bedside manner is perfect! You don't want a doctor who is going to come in joking around and acting goofy, Dr. Rivero has a job to do and that is to keep you and your baby healthy. She orders all of her tests because she is cautious and likes to make sure her patients are all treated to the best of her ability. Every nurse at all the hospitals I have been have all told me that Dr. Rivero is one of the best because she puts her patients first, yes she may have to be rude to a nurse to get what she needs for her patient, remember you are her patient..she is protecting you! Remember she has a job to do and that is to make sure you and your child stay healthy/safe.

Submitted June 20, 2013


Dr. Maria T. Rivero's Credentials

Education

  • Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine (Grad. 1985)

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