Doctor Information
Jorge Nelson Rivero Becerra, MD leads Vital Pain Center in the South Hills of Pittsburgh. He earned his medical degree at Mount Sinai School of Medicine, completed residency at Columbia University / New York-Presbyterian Hospital and completed a pain medicine fellowship at UPMC.
Education, Residency & Fellowship Training
- Fellowship: Pain Medicine, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC)
- Residency: Residency, Columbia University / New York-Presbyterian Hospital
- Medical School: Doctor of Medicine (MD), Mount Sinai School of Medicine
- Board Certification: Pain Management (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, as stated by the practice); Internal Medicine (American Board of Internal Medicine)
- NPI Number: 1396780409
Clinical Specialties & Procedures
Dr. Rivero focuses on interventional pain medicine at Vital Pain Center, including:
- Same-day interventional pain procedures
- Growth factor injections for joint, ligament and disc pain
- Medical marijuana registration
Practice Location & Appointments
- Practice: Vital Pain Center
- Address: 363 Vanadium Road, Suite 106, Pittsburgh, PA 15243
- Phone: (412) 279-1231
- Website: vitalpaincenter.com/about-us.html
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Where did Dr. Rivero train?
He earned his MD at Mount Sinai School of Medicine, completed residency at Columbia University / New York-Presbyterian Hospital and completed a pain fellowship at UPMC.
What is Dr. Rivero board certified in?
According to the practice, he is board certified in pain management and in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Where does Dr. Rivero see patients?
At Vital Pain Center, 363 Vanadium Road, Suite 106, Pittsburgh, PA 15243. Call (412) 279-1231.
