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Age Groups Seen
- Adult
Languages
- English
Gender
FemaleAbout Nina Rivera
Biography
Dr. Nina Thakkar Rivera is an advanced heart failure and heart transplant cardiologist at Cleveland Clinic in Florida. She cares for patients with severe and complex heart disease, including advanced heart failure, cardiomyopathy, and cardiogenic shock, as part of the Heart, Vascular and Thoracic Institute. Her clinical work includes caring for patients before and after heart transplantation and LVADs and managing critically ill cardiac patients requiring highly specialized care. Dr. Rivera works closely with multidisciplinary teams to guide patients through complex decisions and advanced treatment options.
She is board-certified in internal medicine, cardiology, echocardiography, nuclear cardiology, and advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology. Her approach centers on combining evidence-based care with thoughtful, individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Clinical Expertise
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Special interests: Advanced heart failure, heart transplantation, cardiogenic shock, critical care cardiology, cardio-oncology, cardiomyopathies
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Procedures or treatments: Advanced heart failure therapies, hemodynamic assessment
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Conditions treated: Heart failure, cardiomyopathy, cardiogenic shock, transplant-related heart disease
Locations
- Weston Medical Outpatient Center
- 2950 Cleveland Clinic Boulevard, Building A, Weston, FL 33331
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Education & Board Certifications
Education
- Fellowship: Jackson Memorial Hospital - University of Miami School of Medicine, 2019
- Fellowship: Broward Health Medical Center, 2018
- Residency: Broward Health Medical Center, 2015
- Medical Education: Nova Southeastern College of Osteopathic Medicine, 2012
Board Certifications
- Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology: American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine, 2019
- Cardiology: American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine, 2018
- Adult Comprehensive Echocardiography: National Board of Echocardiography, 2017
- National Board of Echocardiography: National Board of Echocardiography, 2017
- Internal Medicine: American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine, 2015
Innovations & Patents
Dr. Rivera has contributed to research focused on advanced heart failure, transplant outcomes, and the care of patients with complex cardiac disease. Her work has been published in peer-reviewed medical journals and reflects a commitment to advancing treatment strategies and improving outcomes for patients with life-threatening heart conditions.
Research & Publications
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Industry Relationships
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As of 2025-09-24, Dr. Rivera has reported no financial relationship with industry that is applicable to this listing.
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Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
174 ratings, 29 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2026
Extremely knowledgeable and confident provider
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/11/2026
Dr. Nina Thakkar Rivera is an Incredible Doctor. Her genuine concern and attention to detail makes me feel very comfortable in her judgment and recommendations for treatment and ongoing health care. I feel very blessed to have a doctor like her
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/5/2026
Dr. Rivera and her staff are always very supportive and professional throughout every visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/14/2026
Great doctor and facility
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/14/2026
Dr. Rivera is one the finest physicians that has ever treated me. We''re moving away and I will miss her wisdom and knowledge.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/14/2026
Dr. Thacker, Thank you for taking the time to truly listen and explain my treatment, which made me feel safe and cared for.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/23/2026
Dr. Rivera have a great bedside manner, she''s the epitome of excellence.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/23/2026
The doctor listened intently about my concerns and addressed them and explained the best treatment options and why she was choosing those specific protocols.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/23/2026
Dr Rivera is always extremely supportive and reassuring with my condition and concerns. Never makes me feel rushed with any questions or concerns I have. She is the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/16/2026
Dr Thaller Rivera is an excellent cardiologist who has given me exceptional care she is very concerned about my issues and is reassuring me of everything that can be done to help me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2026
The Doctor and her staff are always professional and very friendly.
- 2 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/9/2025
This provider was polite and went through the motions, but the underlying tone was dismissive and a bit condescending as if I was wasting her valuable time.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/2/2025
Dr Rivera is absolutely outstanding! She is obviously very knowledgeable, and yet stays grounded and very personable in her easy manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2025
Dr. Revira has a wonderful bedside manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2025
Doctor Rivera was extremely attentive and reviewed my past medical history thoroughly. She developed a plan and explained, in great detail, what the next steps entailed. She answered all my questions and ensured I completely understood the next steps. I never felt rushed and her compassion and caring was evident during my visit
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/28/2025
The care I receive from Dr. Rivera and her staff is incredible. Always professional and takes time to address any concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/3/2025
Dr Rivera always listens and encourages me to ask questions. She is genuinely interested in my wellbeing
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2025
One of the best care providers I have come across.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2025
Dr. Rivera is an excellent physician and I feel that I'm getting the best care I can get from her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2025
I always recommend my doctors at Cleveland Clinic to others.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2025
She is the best by far. I travel 90 miles to see her. Worth every minute to know that you are in a true professional's hands.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/2/2025
Dr. Rivera is an amazing doctor. An asset to Cleaveland Clinic.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/22/2025
Could not asked for a better care team. Dr. Thaker is an amazing physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/15/2025
Most of these questions don't pertain to my visit. I was only with the nurse for the update of file information. I did have a nurse practitioner administer an EKG prior to seeing Dr. Rivera. All attention was very good.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/15/2025
Dr. Ni?a very patient and reassuring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2025
Best dr . Rivera
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/21/2025
Another excellent doc
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/27/2025
I hold Dr. Nina Rivera in the highest regards, she is exceptional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/27/2025
Dr.Rivera is deeply concerned about her patients and goes the extra mile in attending to their needs,