Early Years
Rivera was born in San German, Puerto Rico, a city located on the western coast of the island. There he received his primary and secondary education. After he graduated from high school, he was accepted as a student at the Mayaguez campus of the University of Puerto Rico. In 1967, Rivera earned his Bachelor's degree in biology. He continued his academic education at the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine and, in 1971, he earned his Medical degree in pediatrics. Rivera worked as the chief resident in pediatrics at the University Hospital in Puerto Rico's Medical Center.
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