
Overview
Rafael Gonzalez is an Interventional Cardiologist and a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Round Rock, Texas.
Dr. Gonzalez is highly rated in 30 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angina, Sick Sinus Syndrome, Arrhythmias, Angioplasty, and Aortic Valve Replacement.
Dr. Gonzalez is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease- American Board Of Internal Medicine and Interventional Cardiology- American Board Of Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Gonzalez is currently accepting new patients.
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- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
302 University Blvd, Round Rock, TX 78665
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.
Baylor Scott & White Clinic - Round Rock 302 University
Dr. Caldera completed his Vascular Medicine and Interventional Cardiology Fellowship Training at Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, and completed his Cardiovascular Medicine Fellowship Training at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX. Dr. Caldera's areas of clinical and research interest include Vascular Medicine, Interventional Cardiology, Structural and Valvular Heart Disease and Vascular Medicine. He specializes in Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement ( TAVR) He has several publications in peer-reviewed journals and is an active voting member of the Peripheral Arterial Disease Committee of the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (SCAI). Dr. Caldera has been recognized as a Top Doc 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025 by Austin Monthly Magazine. Winners are nominated by their peers as among the best in their region/nation in their medical specialty. Dr. Caldera is highly rated in 36 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sick Sinus Syndrome, Familial Hypertension, Angina, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Caldera is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease- American Board Of Internal Medicine and Interventional Cardiology- American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Caldera is currently accepting new patients.
Baylor Scott & White Clinic - Round Rock 302 University
Dr. Vijay Divakaran is a board-certified cardiologist with an interest in coronary and peripheral interventions. Dr. Divakaran is a member of the American College of Cardiology. With a career dedicated to advancing cardiovascular care, Dr. Divakaran combines cutting-edge interventional techniques with a deep commitment to tailoring treatments to individual patient profiles. His expertise extends from complex coronary interventions to pioneering personalized approaches that integrate genetic, lifestyle, and environmental factors into comprehensive care plans. His approach ensures that each patient receives care that is both scientifically rigorous and uniquely suited to their individual needs. Dr. Divakaran has been recognized as a Top Doc 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025 by Austin Monthly Magazine. Winners are nominated by their peers as among the best in their region/nation in their medical specialty. He is also the 2025 recipient of The Internal Medicine Clerkship Faculty Member of the Year Award presented by Texas A&M University Health Science Center. In his spare time, Dr. Divakaram enjoys travel, reading and spending time with his family. Dr. Divakaran is highly rated in 35 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sick Sinus Syndrome, Arrhythmias, Angina, Angioplasty, and Heart Valve Repair. Dr. Divakaran is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease- American Board Of Internal Medicine and Interventional Cardiology- American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Divakaran is currently accepting new patients.
St Davids Heart & Vascular PLLC
Mark Picone is an Interventional Cardiologist practicing medicine in Austin, Texas. Dr. Picone is highly rated in 29 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Venous Insufficiency, Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, Coronary Heart Disease, Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG), and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Picone is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Rafael E. Gonzalez
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Rafael E. Gonzalez?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Rafael E. Gonzalez by calling their office at 512-509-0200. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Rafael E. Gonzalez a top-rated expert for Angina?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Rafael E. Gonzalez is classified as an Distinguished expert for Angina, 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 E. Gonzalez specialize in?
While Dr. Rafael E. Gonzalez is a Interventional Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Angina, Sick Sinus Syndrome, and Arrhythmias. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Interventional Cardiology.
Does Dr. Rafael E. Gonzalez participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Rafael E. Gonzalez has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Angina. You can view a list of Dr. Rafael E. Gonzalez's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Rafael E. Gonzalez accept my insurance?
Dr. Rafael E. Gonzalez accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 512-509-0200 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Distinguished
- AnginaDr. Gonzalez isDistinguished. Learn about Angina.
- ArrhythmiasDr. Gonzalez isDistinguished. Learn about Arrhythmias.
- Coronary Heart DiseaseDr. Gonzalez isDistinguished. Learn about Coronary Heart Disease.
- Familial Neurocardiogenic SyncopeDr. Gonzalez isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope.
- Heart AttackDr. Gonzalez isDistinguished. Learn about Heart Attack.
- NecrosisDr. Gonzalez isDistinguished. Learn about Necrosis.
- Sick Sinus SyndromeDr. Gonzalez isDistinguished. Learn about Sick Sinus Syndrome.
- Advanced
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Gonzalez isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- ApoplexyDr. Gonzalez isAdvanced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Gonzalez isAdvanced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- AtherosclerosisDr. Gonzalez isAdvanced. Learn about Atherosclerosis.
- Atrial FibrillationDr. Gonzalez isAdvanced. Learn about Atrial Fibrillation.
- Atrial Septal Defect (ASD)Dr. Gonzalez isAdvanced. Learn about Atrial Septal Defect (ASD).
- Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT)
- Catecholaminergic Polymorphic Ventricular Tachycardia
- FaintingDr. Gonzalez isAdvanced. Learn about Fainting.
- Familial HypertensionDr. Gonzalez isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Hypertension.
- Familial Progressive Cardiac Conduction Defect
- Familial Ventricular TachycardiaDr. Gonzalez isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Ventricular Tachycardia.
- Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism
- Heart FailureDr. Gonzalez isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Failure.
- Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF)
- His Bundle TachycardiaDr. Gonzalez isAdvanced. Learn about His Bundle Tachycardia.
- HypertensionDr. Gonzalez isAdvanced. Learn about Hypertension.
- Metabolic SyndromeDr. Gonzalez isAdvanced. Learn about Metabolic Syndrome.
- Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT)
- Patent Foramen OvaleDr. Gonzalez isAdvanced. Learn about Patent Foramen Ovale.
- Pulmonary EdemaDr. Gonzalez isAdvanced. Learn about Pulmonary Edema.
- Stable AnginaDr. Gonzalez isAdvanced. Learn about Stable Angina.
- Ventricular TachycardiaDr. Gonzalez isAdvanced. Learn about Ventricular Tachycardia.
- Experienced
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)Dr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA).
- Acute Coronary SyndromeDr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Acute Coronary Syndrome.
- AngioplastyDr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Angioplasty.
- Aortic DissectionDr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Dissection.
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy
- Arterial InsufficiencyDr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Insufficiency.
- Arterial Tortuosity SyndromeDr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Tortuosity Syndrome.
- Atrial TachycardiaDr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Tachycardia.
- Bicuspid Aortic ValveDr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Bicuspid Aortic Valve.
- Bidirectional TachycardiaDr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Bidirectional Tachycardia.
- CardiomyopathyDr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Cardiomyopathy.
- Carotid Artery DiseaseDr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Carotid Artery Disease.
- Coronary Artery SpasmDr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Coronary Artery Spasm.
- Cystic Medial Necrosis of AortaDr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta.
- Deep Vein ThrombosisDr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Deep Vein Thrombosis.
- Defective Apolipoprotein B-100Dr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Defective Apolipoprotein B-100.
- Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)Dr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM).
- Ectopic HeartbeatDr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Ectopic Heartbeat.
- Familial Hypertrophic CardiomyopathyDr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy.
- Heart MurmursDr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Heart Murmurs.
- Heart Valve RepairDr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Heart Valve Repair.
- Heterozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HeFH)
- High CholesterolDr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about High Cholesterol.
- Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HoFH)
- Hyperlipidemia Type 3Dr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Hyperlipidemia Type 3.
- Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4Dr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4.
- Hypertensive Heart DiseaseDr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Hypertensive Heart Disease.
- Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)Dr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM).
- Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST)Dr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST).
- Infectious MyocarditisDr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Infectious Myocarditis.
- Low Blood PressureDr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Low Blood Pressure.
- Mitral Valve ProlapseDr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Mitral Valve Prolapse.
- Mitral Valve RegurgitationDr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Mitral Valve Regurgitation.
- Multifocal Atrial TachycardiaDr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Multifocal Atrial Tachycardia.
- Orthostatic HypotensionDr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Orthostatic Hypotension.
- Pediatric MyocarditisDr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Pediatric Myocarditis.
- Peripheral Artery DiseaseDr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Peripheral Artery Disease.
- Prinzmetal's Variant AnginaDr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Prinzmetal's Variant Angina.
- Pulmonary EmbolismDr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Embolism.
- Pulmonary HypertensionDr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Hypertension.
- Rheumatic FeverDr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Rheumatic Fever.
- Sengers SyndromeDr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Sengers Syndrome.
- SitosterolemiaDr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Sitosterolemia.
- Stasis Dermatitis and UlcersDr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers.
- Subvalvular Aortic StenosisDr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis.
- Thoracic Aortic AneurysmDr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm.
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
- Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)Dr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA).
- Unstable AnginaDr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Unstable Angina.
- VasculitisDr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Vasculitis.
- Venous InsufficiencyDr. Gonzalez isExperienced. Learn about Venous Insufficiency.

