Dr. Amanda Rivera Joins the Department of Radiation Oncology

Amanda Rivera, M.D., has joined the Department of Radiation Oncology at UHealth – University of Miami Health System and Miller School of Medicine. In the role, Dr. Rivera will serve as an assistant professor with clinical specialties in gynecologic oncology, breast cancer and brachytherapy. Her research will focus on treatment optimization for gynecologic cancers, the patient experience and workforce diversity. In addition, Dr. Rivera aims to study the interplay of resource availability and how to combat the perpetuation of disparities along the cancer continuum in underserved communities.

Name: Amanda Rivera, M.D.

Title: Assistant Professor of Radiation Oncology

Clinical Specialties: Gynecologic oncology, breast cancer and brachytherapy.

Research Interests: Gynecologic cancer, equity in cancer care and the patient experience

Education:

• Jefferson Medical College
• Internship, St. Luke’s Hospital
• Residency, Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine

Certifications: American Board of Radiology

Languages Spoken: English and Spanish

Appointments:  305-243-UMMD (8663)
844-900-UMMD (8663)

Tags: breast cancer, Department of Radiation Oncology, Dr. Amanda Rivera, Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center