Dr. Sergio Rivero, M.D., is a neurosurgeon at the Center for Neurosciences and an Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery at the University of Arizona. A native of Nogales, AZ, he completed his internship, residency, and fellowship at the University of Arizona. Dr. Rivero joined the center in 2014 and is dedicated to serving the Southern Arizona community. He is fluent in Spanish and balances his clinical practice with academic leadership at University Medical Center.
Dr. Sergio Rivero, M.D., is a neurosurgeon at the Center for Neurosciences and an Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery at the University of Arizona. A native of Nogales, AZ, he completed his internship, residency, and fellowship at the University of Arizona. Dr. Rivero joined the center in 2014 and is dedicated to serving the Southern Arizona community. He is fluent in Spanish and balances his clinical practice with academic leadership at University Medical Center.
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I really liked Dr River. He explained everything to me so I could understand it and listened to me and answered my questions. I would definitely recommend him.
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Almost 3 hour wait, he didn't even remember I was a patient of his, he tried to push medical procedure that I was adamant I did not want, very rude, and my scans have not been sent to the imaging center yet. Horrible experience.
(2 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Dr Rivero is fabulous! Pleasant, supportive, informative
(2 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
He explained everything where I could get a good understanding
(3 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Terrible experience, my concerns were poorly addressed. No treatment plan in place. Just given runaround’s and no help. I should’ve went to Western neurology.
(2 months ago)
Aug-2026
Very smart man. Very thoughtful & he gives me hope.
(2 months ago)
Aug-2026
Professional and courteous
(2 months ago)
Jul-2026
Uses fear to bully people into surgery.
(2 months ago)
Jul-2026
Dr very personable & helpful w/initial appt visit; looking forward to further exam results & continued medical treatment.
(2 months ago)
Jul-2026
Great communication skills!
(3 months ago)
Jul-2026
Center for Neurosciences
2450 E River Rd Tucson, AZ 85718
Dr. Sergio Rivero, M.D., completed his neurosurgical residency, internship, and fellowship at the University of Arizona. He is also an Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery at the University of Arizona, University Medical Center.
A native Arizonan who was born and raised in Nogales, Dr. Rivero looks forward to continuing to serve our southern Arizona community. He is fluent in Spanish.
Dr. Rivero joined the Center for Neurosciences in 2014.
I really liked Dr River. He explained everything to me so I could understand it and listened to me and answered my questions. I would definitely recommend him.
Almost 3 hour wait, he didn't even remember I was a patient of his, he tried to push medical procedure that I was adamant I did not want, very rude, and my scans have not been sent to the imaging center yet. Horrible experience.
Dr Rivero is fabulous! Pleasant, supportive, informative
He explained everything where I could get a good understanding
Terrible experience, my concerns were poorly addressed. No treatment plan in place. Just given runaround’s and no help. I should’ve went to Western neurology.
Very smart man. Very thoughtful & he gives me hope.
Professional and courteous
Uses fear to bully people into surgery.
Dr very personable & helpful w/initial appt visit; looking forward to further exam results & continued medical treatment.
Great communication skills!