Summary

Dr. Rod Goncalves is a surgeon who earned his medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and completed his residency at Memorial Health University Medical Center. With 35 years of experience in surgical practice, he brings extensive expertise to patient care. Dr. Goncalves is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Goncalves practices at multiple locations throughout North Carolina, including Lenoir and Morganton, and maintains hospital affiliations with Rutherford Regional Medical Center. He specializes in treating patients with chronic kidney disease, including advanced stage 5 kidney disease. His surgical expertise includes performing sedation procedures and interpreting pathology tests to help diagnose and treat various conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 35 years of experience
  • 24 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Memorial Health University Medical Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Rod Manuel Goncalves has 3 locations

Robbins Surgical

401 Mulberry St SW Ste 202Lenoir, NC 28645
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

Unc Health Blue Ridge Morganton

2201 S Sterling StMorganton, NC 28655

Caldwell Memorial Hospital

321 Mulberry St SwLenoir, NC 28645

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35 Years of Experience 50 Years of Experience 44 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Lenoir , NCNewland , NCHickory , NCHickory , NC
Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine Med School: Andhra Medical College Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine Med School: Wake Forest University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Rod Manuel Goncalves

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Optum Health
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Parkland Community Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Rod Manuel Goncalves has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Rod Manuel Goncalves has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
  • Other

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

Dr. Rod Manuel Goncalves holds an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Memorial Health University Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine in 1991.

NPI Number

Dr. Goncalves' NPI number is 1225052673.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rod Goncalves?
You can find contact information for Dr. Rod Goncalves here on Vitals.
Where is Dr. Rod Goncalves's office located?
Dr. Rod Goncalves's office is located at 401 Mulberry St SW Ste 202, Lenoir, NC, 28645.
Which hospitals is Dr. Rod Goncalves affiliated with?
Dr. Rod Goncalves is affiliated with Rutherford Regional Medical Center.
Does Dr. Rod Goncalves accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Rod Goncalves accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Rod Goncalves accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Rod Goncalves has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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