4.7
16 Ratings with 16 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Luiz Fernando Guimaraes Franco treats thyroid nodules, cirrhosis, and diabetes mellitus, and performs cranial ultrasound and thyroid and parathyroid ultrasound. He practices endocrinology, diabetes and metabolism, and internal medicine, and has 14 years of experience. Dr. Franco earned his medical degree from Universidade Federal do Ceará Faculdade de Medicina and completed his residency at Parkland Health and Hospital System. He is affiliated with Essentia Health Saint Marys Medical Center, Essentia Health Duluth, Tallahassee Memorial Hospital, and HCA Florida Capital Hospital, and sees patients in Duluth, Minnesota, and Spooner, Wisconsin. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Franco 4.69 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 14 years of experience
- Parkland Health And Hospital System
- 16 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 4 hospital affiliations
- 6 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Luiz Fernando Leonavicius Guimaraes Franco has 6 locationsEssentia Health-Duluth Clinic 2nd Street Building
502 E 2nd StDuluth, MN 55805 Tel: (218) 786-3421
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Essentia Health Spooner Clinic
1180 Chandler DrSpooner, WI 54801 Tel: (715) 635-2151
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Luiz Fernando Leonavicius Guimaraes Franco, MD | Dr. Peggy Nana Ama Amoakohene, MD | Dr. Karen Lynne Yates, MD | Dr. Michael Lee Whitcomb, MD |
| Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism | Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 14 Years of Experience | 15 Years of Experience | 36 Years of Experience | 45 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Twi, French | Speaks English | ||
| Duluth , MN | Falls Church , VA | Lake Havasu City , AZ | Duluth , MN |
| Med School: Universidade Federal Do Ceara (Ufc) Faculdade De Medicina | Med School: Meharry Medical College | Med School: UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN MEDICAL SCHOOL | Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Luiz Fernando Leonavicius Guimaraes Franco
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Luiz Fernando Leonavicius Guimaraes Franco has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Luiz Fernando Leonavicius Guimaraes Franco has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
14 Years Experience
Dr. Luiz Fernando Leonavicius Guimaraes Franco holds expired and active medical licenses in the states of Minnesota and Florida.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Minnesota that expired in 2025 and an active medical license in the state of Florida that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Parkland Health And Hospital System.
Medical School
Graduated from Universidade Federal Do Ceara (Ufc) Faculdade De Medicina in 2012.
NPI Number
Dr. Guimaraes Franco's NPI number is 1023423290.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Luiz Fernando Guimaraes Franco affiliated with?
- Dr. Luiz Fernando Guimaraes Franco is affiliated with Essentia Health Saint Marys Medical Center, Essentia Health Duluth, Tallahassee Memorial Hospital, and Hca Florida Capital Hospital.
- Where is Dr. Luiz Fernando Guimaraes Franco's office located?
- Dr. Luiz Fernando Guimaraes Franco's office is located at 502 E 2nd St, Duluth, MN, 55805.
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