Summary

Dr. Rod Goncalves treats chronic kidney disease, obesity and overweight, and kidney disease, and practices surgery in Lenoir, North Carolina. He has practiced surgery and his additional listed specialty for 35 years and speaks English and Spanish.

Dr. Goncalves earned his medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and completed his residency at Memorial Health University Medical Center. He is affiliated with Rutherford Regional Medical Center and also sees patients in Morganton, North Carolina. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Goncalves 4.33 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 35 years of experience
  • 24 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Memorial Health University Medical Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 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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SurgeryVascular & Interventional RadiologyNurse PractitionerDiagnostic Radiology
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35 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Lenoir , NCBoone , NCLinville , NCHickory , NC
Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine Med School: University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine Med School: St Louis 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

Does Dr. Rod Goncalves accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Rod Goncalves accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Rod Goncalves accepting new patients?
Dr. Rod Goncalves is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Rod Goncalves's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rod Goncalves?
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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.
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.

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