Rafael A. Torres
1000 Blythe Blvd., 
Charlotte, NC 

Overview

Rafael Torres is a General Surgeon in Charlotte, North Carolina. His top areas of expertise are Delirium, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Removal, and Splenectomy. Dr. Torres is currently accepting new patients.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

University Of Puerto Rico

Residency

University of Puerto Rico

Specialties

General Surgery

Licenses

Surgery in NC

Board Certifications

American Board Of Surgery
American Board Of Surgery, Surgical Critical Care

Fellowships

University of California

Hospital Affiliations

Carolinas Medical Center-Northeast
Carolinas Medical Center/behav Health

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Medical Card System
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
MMM Healthcare
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Carolinas Medical Center
1000 Blythe Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28203

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Rafael A. Torres

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Rafael A. Torres?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Rafael A. Torres by calling their office at 704-355-2000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Rafael A. Torres a top-rated expert for Gallbladder Removal?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Rafael A. Torres is classified as an Experienced expert for Gallbladder Removal, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Rafael A. Torres specialize in?

While Dr. Rafael A. Torres is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Gallbladder Removal, Delirium, and Splenectomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.

Does Dr. Rafael A. Torres participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Rafael A. Torres has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Gallbladder Removal. You can view a list of Dr. Rafael A. Torres's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Rafael A. Torres accept my insurance?

Dr. Rafael A. Torres accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 704-355-2000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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