Dr. Steven Rivero

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Steven Rivero is an Assistant Professor specializing in Orthopedic Trauma Surgery at NYU Langone Health. His journey into orthopedics began during high school, where his experiences in multiple sports sparked an interest in the musculoskeletal system and its injuries. He completed his MD at Rutgers University in 2014, followed by an orthopedic surgery residency at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in 2021 and a fellowship at Harvard Medical School focusing on Orthopedic Trauma in 2022. Dr. Rivero manages a wide spectrum of orthopedic conditions, particularly fractures of the hip, knee, ankle, shoulder, and elbow. He is dedicated to improving patient outcomes and is actively involved in research aimed at enhancing surgical techniques and implant design. His holistic approach to patient care involves discussing treatment options and recovery plans, ensuring that each patient understands their injury and the steps to recovery. As a proud member of the Division of Trauma Fracture Surgery at NYU Langone, Dr. Rivero treats patients across various age groups and activity levels, from collegiate athletes to older adults, emphasizing the importance of personalized care.

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Bachelor's degree from accredited institution Strong background in biological, chemical, physical, or mathematical sciences
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Specialization Notes

Open Program in Biomedical Sciences (Vilcek Institute) covers departments like Biochemistry, Pathology, Neuroscience, Microbiology, etc.