
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
Languages
- English
- Arabic
Provider Gender
FemaleAbout Riva Israel and Banner Safety Practices
Care Philosophy
I deliver comprehensive, expert care in collaboration with each of my patients.
Specializing In
Bariatric Medicine & Surgery
General Surgery
Interests & Activities
I enjoy spending time with friends and family.
For More Information
https://www.bannerhealth.com/services/bariatric-weight-loss-surgery
Expertise
Education
- Medical Education: Nova Southeastern University, 2017
Board Certifications
- Physician Assistant: National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, 2017
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Locations
- Banner Estrella Weight Loss Center
- 9305 West Thomas Road, Suite 360, Phoenix, AZ 85037
- phone: 623-327-8200
- fax: 623-327-8201
Testimonials
4.8 out of 5.0
390 ratingsAll patient experience ratings and testimonials are submitted by actual patients and verified by a leading independent customer experience company. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/9/2025
Riva and Abigail have always been top-notch PA's who listen to any issues you have and respond based on pertinent questions I answer. Appreciate working with them both.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2025
She really cares about her patients and always has a smile on her face which puts me at ease. She is so knowledgeable and I just trust her as my PA.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/24/2025
Riva is very attentive, patient, and she actually gives me the time and space to express myself or any concerns that I may have. She truly does listen to her patience. Or at least she listened to me. I wasn't just a number, I felt valued.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/4/2025
She is a good listener and made helpful suggestions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/27/2025
She was attentive and gave informative answers to all questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/9/2025
Good listening and offered good information, answered questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/3/2025
100% recommend. Very professional, knowledgeable, and friendly approach
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/21/2025
She is so helpful and answers any questions or concerns I may have. She definitely is very knowledgeable and I am so great full for her help and advice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/10/2024
Professional, capable, personable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/6/2024
Spent quality time with me. Answered my questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2024
She was very engaging and listened to my concerns. She gave me excellent feedback back and resources to assist with my goals of losing weight.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/10/2024
Riva is great! She always comes up with solutions and ideas for my concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/9/2024
She cares for her patients and listens to them.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/17/2024
Riva helped me get to where I am with my weight loss. She's a very friendly and understands her job very well. Thank you Riva for helping me lose all that weight. And Staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2024
This provider was amazing! Easy to talk to and addressed all my concerns. Answered all my questions with long term solutions. She was very supportive and encouraging. The whole office is very professional clean and incredible to work with! My experience has been very uplifting and positive.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2024
She listens and shares ideas and suggestions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2024
She was very personable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/24/2024
She's very GOOD!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/22/2024
Every aspect of the visit with her was pleasant
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/13/2024
She listened and made recommendations based on what I told her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/13/2024
Very accommodating
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/25/2024
She listens to my complaints and gave me advice and referral to follow up
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/20/2024
I really like Riva. She always listens to my concerns and doesn't act like she's in a hurry. She's very friendly but also very professional and knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/21/2024
She listens, is encouraging, and answers all of my questions, plus puts me at ease.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/19/2024
She is very knowledgeable and very patient and I left feeling more educated about my weight loss setbacks. Normally I would get discouraged and not continue. Riva Israel is the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/4/2024
Riva is very knowledgeable and professional yet she takes time to listen and address my concerns
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/19/2024
Riva is kind, sympathetic, and attentive. Riva always listens to my concerns, helping to provide possible solutions. Riva clearly cares about her patients getting the support and care they need.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/12/2024
Riva is both professional and friendly. She listens to my concerns and is always very supportive in helping me reach my goals.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/31/2024
Riva was easy to talk to and understood my concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/26/2023
Excellent Customer service kind respectful answered all my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/22/2023
She is the total BEST! She very knowledgeable, thorough and wants the best for me. That's why I'm so impressed with her!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/16/2023
Very attentive to my needs.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/12/2023
She was able to answer all my questions and she made sure I understood what to expect moving forward.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/17/2023
She is so smart, kind, warm, and helpful. She makes you feel very comfortable and is very personable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/15/2023
Riva is very patient. She listens to what I have to say. She gives good guidance and feedback.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/12/2023
She called on time. Answered all my questions. She was a pleasure to deal with.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/21/2023
She's lovely to work with. Thorough, calming and addressed all issues I brought up with confidence.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/17/2023
Excellent customer service, kind, answered questions, gave me good understanding.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/12/2023
Riva is great. She always listens.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/2/2023
She is the very best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/10/2023
She is very knowledgeable about what I need to do or not to do in order to meet my goals.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/27/2023
She is very knowledgeable and professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2023
Great customer service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/16/2023
She's very passionate about the care she provides to me as a patient. She listens to what I have to say and make suggestions or recommendations for resources when needed. Most important, she takes the time to listen to me and never rushes me out the door.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/13/2023
She listens to your needs and finds a solution.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/29/2023
She was helpful and addressed my questions and concerns
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/30/2023
Good communication
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/27/2023
Very helpful, answered all my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/9/2023
Riva is always helpful and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/8/2023
She's awesome. She talked with me and helped me to understand my goals. I can't wait to see how well I put this information to use. Kindnesses, is what makes her awesome.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/8/2023
She is polite, friendly, easy to relate to and understand the delivery of her message.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/19/2023
She was very straightforward and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/14/2023
Knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/6/2023
I really like Riva. I have seen her a few different times and each visit is always good she's a nice person and always gives helpful information. Thanks Riva.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/5/2023
Great service and most of all she listens.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/5/2023
She is great.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/24/2023
Great bedside manner
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/27/2025
Riva's great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/6/2025
Ms. Israel rates tops for my money.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/23/2024
I feel that you really cared about my progress and how I was doing in my weight loss. She's very positive and answered all my questions. I really like her. She's a very nice person.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/8/2023
She is polite and straight forward. She is informative and helps you stay on track.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/22/2023
She was very nice and answered all my questions made me feel comfortable.
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