Jaime Alfredo Rivera, MD

Jaime Alfredo Rivera, MD

Not currently accepting new patients

4.820513 average rating from 156 patient reviews

Specialties

Affiliation

Mass General Brigham

Provider Locations

  • Boston, MA
  • Salem, MA
  • Danvers, MA

Education & Training

  • Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital, Surgical, 1998
  • Fellowship: Massachusetts General Hospital, Surgical, 1996
  • Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital, General Surgery, 1994
  • Medical Education: Harvard Medical School, 1991

Board Certifications

  • Surgery (General Surgery), American Board of Surgery

Languages Spoken

  • Spanish
  • English

Age Group Treated

  • Adults
  • Geriatrics

Patient Feedback

4.820513 average rating from 156 reviews

  • Dr. Knew just by looking at me what the problem was and put me at ease, explained my situation that I could understand. Answered my question's. Highly recommend.

    2026-07-04

  • Doc clearly understands the problem and instills confidence.

    2026-06-07

  • The doctors that I am seeing currently are helping me with the situation that I am in. I have had trouble with the doctor that administered the shot that was in disbelief that anything went wrong but this doctor and my other previous spine doctor have helped me the most and I appreciate them and then thank them and I hope going forward things will work out as it's been so long since the shot was administered and I hope we can have conclusion to this and things will work out

    2026-06-08

  • The very best. Spoke so I could understand and actually had a personality.

    2026-06-07

  • He listened to what I said and realized I know my body. He agreed to do th surgery and got a fast surgery date

    2026-05-18

  • Nothing bad to say but they were awesome the nurse and the doctor.

    2026-05-13

  • The nite nurse that worked at Mass Eye and Ear 11-8 AM, and was assigned to me, is one of the best nurses you have!

    2026-05-13

  • It was informative and satisfactory.

    2026-04-30

  • Listens to my concerns and responds in an understanding and caring person. Makes you feel relaxed and assures you that he is confident in your treatment plan.

    2026-04-17

  • Lots of good explanation of diagnosis, procedure, and options.

    2026-04-15

  • Dr. Rivera is amazing and I am so happy and thankful to have him as a provider.

    2026-04-09

  • I am fortunate to have Dr. Rivera as one of my many MGH care providers.

    2026-03-27

  • This was my first visit. Doctor seemed very professional and attentive

    2026-03-22

  • The Dr was very knowledgeable and took the time to explain everything in terms i could understand. He was very courteous and helpful.

    2026-03-20

  • It went well

    2026-03-18

  • I've always had a good experience with Dr. Rivera. He's very professional at his job and he's very, very good. Thank you.

    2026-03-05

  • They were really good and they listened to everything and made me feel comfortable.

    2026-03-04

  • Easy to work with!

    2026-03-02

  • My overall experience was excellent. I was nervous when I first came in, but very relaxed by the time that I left.

    2026-02-25

  • The doctor and nurses were great

    2026-02-22

  • I found him to be informative and helpful!

    2026-02-16

  • Professional

    2026-02-06

  • Dr. Rivera was polite and informative. He made my visit very comforting

    2026-02-02

  • Dr. Rivera was very thorough in his explanation on my condition as well as explaining treatment options.

    2026-02-01

  • He was nice enough. I needed more time, I had questions! I waited a long time for this very important appointment! I traveled quite a distance for this very important appointment! I'm disabled and elderly! It will be difficult for me to see him again! He started walking toward the door before I was done! I remained with my mouth opened.!!And it was very bad weather!!

    2026-02-01

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    2026-01-14

  • He listened and explained things well

    2026-01-11

  • Communicated well

    2026-01-14

  • Dr. Rivera explained the information in detail and listened attentively. He treated me with respect.

    2026-01-05

  • I enjoyed talking to the doctor he was very curious, made me feel comfortable, explained everything to me, so I understood

    2025-12-29

  • This was my first appointment with this doctor, and it seems like he will be able to fulfill my needs going forward.

    2025-12-29

  • The doctor was polite, informative and answered all my questions and options regarding condition. I never felt rushed which was very much appreciated.

    2025-12-29

  • I thought the Doctor to be very thoughtful and thorough.

    2025-12-25

  • Yes, it was a very professional and thorough meeting and very relaxing and explained everything over and over again and assured us that he clearly was knowledgeable of his profession. I would highly recommend anybody in the same similar situation to meet with Dr. Rivera.

    2025-12-19

  • First time meeting but he was very knowledgeable and I would definitely go to him again if needed.

    2025-12-07

  • The doctor and staff went above and beyond explaining and assisting me with my concerns exceptionally

    2025-12-07

  • Could not have been better.

    2025-11-16

  • Doctor and his nurse were outstanding

    2025-11-12

  • Very efficient, Informative and Respectful. Good Doctor.

    2025-11-08

  • Great care and very happy with the results.

    2025-11-06

  • Excellent style or "bedside manner" , very easy to talk too. Answered questions thoroughly yeat was able to do so in a way that was very comfortable like speaking with someone I had know for a long time. Made my decision to use this facility and provider for my hernia repair an easy choice of yes

    2025-10-27

  • Very knowledgeable and respectful. Got right the point

    2025-10-26

  • Most professional. Explained everything in a way I could understand.

    2025-10-15

  • The doctor and his medical system are excellent. Very friendly patient. And listen to my concerns period. The procedure was comfortable and they checked in with me period. I appreciate the great care period.

    2025-10-09

  • The doctor was very polite and sensitive to both my feelings and medical care. I greatly appreciate his professionalism and respect.

    2025-09-29

  • It was very good. The best first time experience I had with a new doctor. Loved ?

    2025-09-29

  • He carefully explained answers to every one of the questions I had. Very helpful.

    2025-09-24

  • Very good provider

    2025-09-17

  • Dr. Rivera will be doing his best to fit me for my gallbladder surgery

    2025-09-15

  • I was very happy in my visit with the doctor in the medical assistant or nurse. They went over everything that I needed to know about my medicine and my upcoming doctors visits very happy and pleased. thank you

    2025-09-03

  • Dr Rivera was awesome. Very thorough and considerate.

    2025-09-03

  • I am comfortable so far with the staff and the P.C.P.

    2025-08-20

  • Friendly, very detailed explanation of care issues - good "bedside manner" !

    2025-08-18

  • Appointment scheduling was easy and well communicated. I had to change the appointment date several times due to work commitments and it was handled easily both times. I arrived on time and was seen almost immediately. Post visit scheduling of CT scan was done in just a couple of days.

    2025-08-18

  • The provider I saw took the time to explain next steps in my treatment without making me feel rushed. He was personable and made me feel very comfortable

    2025-08-16

  • Dr Rivera is a good listener and explained the surgery in an easy to understand manner

    2025-08-13

Accepted Insurance

  • Wellpoint
  • Medicaid VT
  • WellSense NH
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Medicare
  • Senior Whole Health
  • Medicaid RI
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • Multiplan
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Coventry
  • Tufts Medicare Preferred
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Medicare ACO
  • Medicaid ME
  • Aetna
  • Maine Community Health Options
  • Medicaid NH
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • United Health Care
  • MassHealth
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • WellSense
  • Beech Street
  • Fallon Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare
  • TriCare