About
Dr. Rigoberto Gonzalez is a board-certified internist and primary care physician practicing in Miami, Florida. He earned his Associate in Arts from Miami Dade College and his Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Miami. He completed his medical degree at Ross University School of Medicine in 2005. He then trained at the University of Connecticut School of Medicine, finishing his internal medicine residency in 2008. The American Board of Internal Medicine granted him Diplomate certification. He holds admitting rights at Baptist Hospital of Miami and South Miami Hospital, both within the Baptist Health South Florida system.
Dr. Gonzalez has built his Miami practice around a straightforward conviction: listening carefully to patients produces better outcomes. He involves each patient directly in building their healthcare plan. He treats current health problems while working to prevent new ones. He speaks English and Spanish fluently, which deepens his connection with patients across Miami's diverse communities. His MDVIP-affiliated practice offers same- or next-day appointments, after-hours phone access, and the comprehensive MDVIP Wellness Program.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Miami Dade College, Associate in Arts, Biology (1996); University of Miami, Bachelor of Science, Biology, Minor Chemistry (1999)
Medical School
Ross University School of Medicine, Roseau, Dominica (2005)
Residency
Internal Medicine, University of Connecticut School of Medicine, Farmington, CT (2006-2008)
Additional Training
Internship, University of Connecticut School of Medicine, Farmington, CT (2005-2006)
Certifications
Languages
English, Spanish
Who is Dr. Gonzalez right for?
Dr. Gonzalez is a strong fit for adults who want a primary care physician they can reach directly. Patients managing chronic conditions like hypertension, diabetes, or high cholesterol benefit from his preventive focus. His bilingual practice serves both English- and Spanish-speaking patients throughout Miami. Patients who value same-day access and direct phone contact with their physician will feel at home here. He sees every patient himself, not a nurse practitioner or physician assistant.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Gonzalez focuses on internal medicine and primary care for adults. He treats and manages chronic conditions including hypertension, type 2 diabetes, and high cholesterol. He also provides comprehensive preventive care through the MDVIP Wellness Program, which includes screenings and a custom wellness plan.
Yes. Dr. Gonzalez holds Diplomate certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He completed his internal medicine residency at the University of Connecticut School of Medicine in 2008 and has practiced in the Miami area for more than a decade.
Dr. Gonzalez earned his medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine in 2005. He completed both his internship and internal medicine residency at the University of Connecticut School of Medicine in Farmington, Connecticut, finishing in 2008.
Yes. Dr. Gonzalez speaks both English and Spanish fluently. This allows him to communicate directly and comfortably with Miami's Spanish-speaking patients and supports a closer doctor-patient relationship.
Yes. Dr. Gonzalez sees every patient personally. His MDVIP-affiliated practice does not route patients to nurse practitioners or physician assistants during office visits.
Dr. Gonzalez believes the best outcomes start with listening. He involves each patient in building a personalized healthcare plan that addresses current health problems and works to prevent new ones. He treats each patient as an individual, not a number.
Yes. Members can reach Dr. Gonzalez by phone after hours and on weekends. This direct access is one of the core benefits of his MDVIP-affiliated practice.
Yes. Dr. Gonzalez holds admitting rights at Baptist Hospital of Miami and South Miami Hospital, both part of Baptist Health South Florida. He can follow and support patients directly if they require hospitalization.
Dr. Gonzalez places preventive care at the center of his practice. Through the MDVIP Wellness Program, he provides each member with comprehensive screenings and a custom wellness plan tailored to their health profile and goals.
Doctor profile last updated April 10, 2026