HOPE WELLNESS CENTER - Key Persons


Dr. Rivera

Dr. Rivera is a conventionally-trained medical physician with more than 30 years of clinical experience. During the past 20 years, he has cross-trained into nutritional medicine. Dr. Rivera received his medical degree from the University of Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, Mexico; and is certified in chelation, oxygen, nutritional and magnet therapy. Dr. Rivera is also a pastor and founder of a non-denominational Christian Fellowship church in Mexico. He has written several bilingual Christian books and is an international speaker. Dr. Rivera has founded several orphanages in Mexico, one of which is next door to the center. His compassion for people is evident throughout his medical practice and ministry.

Elizabeth Mitchell

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  • Travel Writer for about
Elizabeth Mitchell, travel writer for About.com, writes, "When shopping in markets or small shops, offer half the marked or quoted price and negotiate from there. It is expected that you will bargain. Be cautious about quality. What may appear to be gold or silver might just disappoint you as soon as you cross back over the border!"

Steve Hines

At the age of 17, Steve was the youngest employee of Xerox Corporation in the world as an electronics technician for digital controls and electromagnetic systems. At the time, he had no idea how his training in electronics and magnetism would serve as a foundation for his in-depth understanding of cellular communication and intercellular exchange. As a Naturopathic Doctor and a Naturopathic Endocrinologist, Steve Hines uses his 25+ years of experience to analyze your current health condition to look for sources of ailments rather than simply treating your symptoms.