About
Dr. Rafael A Palmerola is a family medicine doctor in Hialeah, Florida, who trained at Universidad Central del Este UCE in San Pedro de Macoris, Dominican Republic, and earned a bachelor's degree in biological science from Miami Dade Community College. He practices at Conviva Medical Center Management and Conviva Westland, where he provides primary care and manages chronic conditions.
Dr. Palmerola treats patients with chronic heart conditions such as congestive heart failure and coronary artery disease, along with sleep apnea, COPD, chronic kidney disease, diabetes complications and thyroid and cholesterol disorders. His services include routine adult exams, disease management, early detection and screenings, and virtual visits, with same-day appointments and 24/7 on-call availability. He speaks English and Spanish.
Conditions Treated
- Arrhythmia
- Chronic heart conditions
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Coronary artery disease
- Hypercholesterolemia (high cholesterol)
- Hypertensive heart disease
- Nerve damage
- Vitamin D deficiency
- Blood vessel damage
- Chronic kidney disease
- Congestive heart failure
- Diabetes complications
- Hyperlipidemia (high cholesterol/triglycerides)
- Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid)
- Sleep apnea
Specialized Treatments
- Chronic care management
- Family medicine
- Primary care
- Disease management
- On call 24/7
- Routine adult exam
Insurances Accepted
Most common in Florida
Others
Insurance coverage can vary by location and plan. Confirm directly with the provider's office when you schedule.