Alfredo Rivadeneira

Alfredo Rivadeneira, MD, is a Professor of Medicine at the UNC School of Medicine, with a focus on Rheumatology, Allergy, and Immunology. He serves as the Medical Director of the UNC Therapeutic Infusion Center, where he integrates clinical care with academic leadership. Dr. Rivadeneira is a clinician-educator, mentoring medical students, residents, and fellows through a learner-centered outpatient teaching model, and leads the UNC adult Latino Rheumatology Clinic, addressing healthcare disparities in underserved populations.

• Education: Undergraduate at Colegio Nacional de Monserrat (Argentina), Medical Degree at National University of Cordoba (Argentina), Residency at Danbury Hospital (Connecticut), Fellowship at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

His research and clinical work emphasize health equity in rheumatology, workforce diversification, and culturally competent care for Latino patients with rheumatic diseases. Recent publications highlight autoimmune vasculitis, healthcare access barriers for Spanish-speaking communities, and strategies to advance equity in academic rheumatology. While no formal awards are listed, his leadership in education and patient care underscores his commitment to innovative, inclusive clinical practice.