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Michelle Rivera

Dermatology

Michelle Rivera, MD

Assistant Clinical Professor of Dermatology

Arlington, VA

Dr. Michelle A. Rivera is a board-certified dermatologist specializing in general dermatology with a focus on early skin cancer detection and treatment, including skin cancer screening and surgery. She treats common conditions such as acne, rosacea, psoriasis, eczema, actinic keratosis, pemphigoid, dermatitis due to drugs, hair loss, palmoplantar psoriasis, scabies, and keloids. Her practice offers advanced medical and aesthetic procedures, including BOTOX® Cosmetic, long-lasting fillers, laser

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Credentials

Board Certifications

  • Dermatology (American Board of Dermatology)

Education & Training

  • Medical School: Weill Cornell Medicine (MD, 1980)
  • Residency: Children's National Hospital (Pediatrics, 1983)
  • Residency: MedStar Health Georgetown University / Washington Hospital Center (Dermatology, 1986)

Years in Practice

45+ years

Peer Recognition

  • Arlington MagazineTop Doctor
  • Castle ConnollyTop Doctor

    2012-2026 (15 years)

  • Washingtonian MagazineTop Dermatologist

    1993 (2 years)

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Hair & Nail Disorders

Conditions & Treatments

EczemaAtopic DermatitisAcnePsoriasisSkin Cancer

Insurance(s) Accepted

Anthem Blue Cross Blue ShieldBlue Cross Blue Shield of Maryland & DC (CareFirst)Univera Healthcare

Please verify your coverage with the provider — plan participation can change.

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

  • Virginia Hospital Center
  • MedStar Washington Hospital Center

Languages

English

Conditions Dr. Rivera treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Rivera accept Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance?
Michelle Rivera's public profile lists Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Maryland & DC (CareFirst), and Univera Healthcare as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.
Where does Dr. Rivera practice?
Michelle Rivera practices in Arlington, VA with hospital affiliations including Virginia Hospital Center and MedStar Washington Hospital Center.
What does Dr. Rivera specialize in?
Michelle Rivera is a board-certified dermatology specialist with focus areas in Hair & Nail Disorders.
How long has Dr. Rivera been practicing?
Michelle Rivera has 46+ years of clinical experience in dermatology.
What is Dr. Rivera's medical training?
Public profile training history includes: Medical School: Weill Cornell Medicine (MD, 1980); Residency: Children's National Hospital (Pediatrics, 1983); Residency: MedStar Health Georgetown University / Washington Hospital Center (Dermatology, 1986).

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