Dr. Abel Rivero, M.D., is a board-certified cardiologist specializing in interventional cardiology, echocardiography, and nuclear cardiology. He trained at the University of South Florida, where he was Chief Cardiology Fellow, and completed a research fellowship at Emory. Dr. Rivero has published on heart failure and arrhythmias and earned honors including USF Fellow of the Year.
Dr. Abel Rivero, M.D., is a board-certified cardiologist specializing in interventional cardiology, echocardiography, and nuclear cardiology. He trained at the University of South Florida, where he was Chief Cardiology Fellow, and completed a research fellowship at Emory. Dr. Rivero has published on heart failure and arrhythmias and earned honors including USF Fellow of the Year.
The reviews listed below were collected independently of Citrus Cardiology through rater8. Each review represents an authentic and verified patient experience.
Love Josh. Everyone else was great too. Thank you for the care.
(5 days ago)
Feb-2026
Dr. Rivero was very professional, on time, and took time to listen to my concerns. He came up with a suggestion as to the next step towards taking care of my medical issue.
(5 days ago)
Feb-2026
Great visit with Josh
(6 days ago)
Feb-2026
Dr Rivera is the most caring and thorough heart Dr I’ve ever been too.
(1 week ago)
Feb-2026
He is great but trying to reach his office is IMPOSSIBLE!!!! Awaiting return phone call for 3 days after 4 messages were not answered. Second time this has happened.
(1 week ago)
Feb-2026
Professional and staff is very helpful
(2 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Spent time with me to answer my questions
(3 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
We love Dr Josh. This staff is amazing.
(3 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Doctor listened to my concerns and met with me and the Medtronic technician regarding an additional item for my use , if I deemed it necessary to use. That was VERY MUCH appreciated.
(3 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Professional and personal
(3 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
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CCC: Crystal River
5606 W Norvell Bryant Hwy Crystal River, FL 34429
Dr. Abel Rivero, M.D., is a board-certified cardiologist specializing in interventional cardiology, echocardiography, and nuclear cardiology. He trained at the University of South Florida, where he was Chief Cardiology Fellow, and completed a research fellowship at Emory. Dr. Rivero has published on heart failure and arrhythmias and earned honors including USF Fellow of the Year.
Love Josh. Everyone else was great too. Thank you for the care.
Dr. Rivero was very professional, on time, and took time to listen to my concerns. He came up with a suggestion as to the next step towards taking care of my medical issue.
Great visit with Josh
Dr Rivera is the most caring and thorough heart Dr I’ve ever been too.
He is great but trying to reach his office is IMPOSSIBLE!!!! Awaiting return phone call for 3 days after 4 messages were not answered. Second time this has happened.
Professional and staff is very helpful
Spent time with me to answer my questions
We love Dr Josh. This staff is amazing.
Doctor listened to my concerns and met with me and the Medtronic technician regarding an additional item for my use , if I deemed it necessary to use. That was VERY MUCH appreciated.
Professional and personal