Marcelo Rivera, MD

Colon Cancer Prevention in San Diego: What to Know, When to Screen, and How to Stay Ahead

Colon cancer is one of the most preventable (1) and treatable cancers (2) when caught early. Yet many people still delay screening or assume they’re not…

Older Americans Month in San Diego: Prevention, Independence, and Care That Matters

May is Older Americans Month, a time to recognize the contributions, resilience, and independence of older adults and to highlight the importance of staying healthy, connected,…

15 Foods That Help You Sleep and Support Better Rest

A good night's sleep can change everything. You wake up clearer, calmer, more patient. Your energy feels stable. Even small things seem more manageable. And yet,…

The 5 Health Metrics Your Cardiologist Wants You to Know

In over 20 years of cardiology practice in San Diego, one pattern stands out clearly: the patients who do best long-term are the ones who know…