Summary

Dr. Rafael Gonzalez-Ayala is an internal medicine physician who has dedicated over three decades to caring for patients with complex medical conditions. He earned his medical degree from Universidad Autonoma de Ciudad Juarez and completed his residency training at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in 2005. With 33 years of clinical experience, Dr. Gonzalez-Ayala brings extensive knowledge to his practice. He provides care in English to serve his diverse patient community.

Dr. Gonzalez-Ayala practices at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Temple and sees patients at the Baylor Scott & White Center for Diagnostic Medicine in Temple, Texas. His clinical expertise focuses on managing chronic conditions that significantly impact patients' daily lives, including type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease. He also provides comprehensive care for patients with heart failure. His patients consistently rate their experience highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0. The diagnostic services he utilizes include complete blood count testing to monitor patient health and guide treatment decisions.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 33 years of experience
  • 29 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
  • 13 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

    • Vitals Preferred Provider Award
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Office Location

Baylor Scott & White Center for Diagnostic Medicine - Temple

1605 S 31st StTemple, TX 76508
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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33 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, Urdu, Sindhi Speaks English
Temple , TXMurphy , TXLyons , COKaty , TX
Med School: Universidad Autonoma de Ciudad Juarez (Education) Med School: Dow Medical College Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: CHICAGO MEDICAL SCHOOL AT ROSALIND FRANKLIN UNIVERSITY OF MEDICINE & SCIENCE
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Rafael Gonzalez-Ayala

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Ascension Health
  • Ascension Health - PPO
  • Baylor Scott & White Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cofinity
  • Envolve Benefit Options - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • FirstCare Health Plans - PPO
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Superior HealthPlan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Rafael Gonzalez-Ayala has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Rafael Gonzalez-Ayala has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Cardiovascular Disease
  • Check-up
  • Diabetes
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Lipid Disorders
  • Physical
  • Preventive Medicine
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center2005

Medical School

Universidad Autonoma de Ciudad Juarez (Education)Graduated in 1993

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Where is Dr. Rafael Gonzalez-Ayala's office located?
Dr. Rafael Gonzalez-Ayala's office is located at 1605 S 31st St, Temple, TX, 76508.

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