Claudio Rivera, MD, is board certified in gastroenterology. Dr. Rivera earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Chicago. He completed his internship and residency at LA County-USC Medical Center. He also completed a fellowship at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. Dr. Rivera became a physician to improve the lives of the people in his community. His patients say that Dr. Rivera is personable, honest and a strong health advocate for them as well as the community. In his spare time, he enjoys writing and read ing as well as spending time with his family. In addition to English, Dr. Rivera speaks fluent Spanish.