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Rafaela Aguiar, MD
Rafaela Aguiar, MD
Ratings and Reviews
4.9228 Ratings 125 Comments |
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| Listened to me | 4.9 |
| Clearly explained my problem or condition | 4.9 |
| Addressed my questions and concerns | 4.9 |
| Clearly explained my treatment and follow up instructions | 4.8 |
Within Atrium Health, we use survey results to better understand what is important to our patients and how we can improve healthcare experiences. The overall Patient Rating score comes from the questions on our Medallia Patient Experience Survey. Responses are measured on a scale, where 0 represents "very poor" and 10 represents "very good.” Those scores are shown as 1 to 5 stars on the provider’s profile.
Patient Comments
- November 18, 2022 Dr. Rafaela Aguiar is a wonderful and caring doctor. She is definitely an asset to Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist.
- November 17, 2022 Dr. Aguiar is by far the best of the best. I recommend her often to family and friends.
- November 17, 2022 Dr Aguiar is great. Always listens to my concerns. Highly recommend.
- November 12, 2022 I really like Dr. Aguilar. I have been her patient for a long time. She is always has the best attitude about her work. About me. She looks at me when we speak to each other. She makes me feel like she really cares about me.
- November 9, 2022 She strives to listen and show concern.
- November 8, 2022 Dr. Aguilar is a wonderful, brave, tough little lady. She always makes me laugh. Her combination of caring and skill are the very best.
- November 5, 2022 Excellent Dr!!!!
- November 5, 2022 She is the BEST.
- November 5, 2022 Love her!!
- November 4, 2022 I have been seeing Dr. Aguiar for more than 20 years so she feels like a trusted friend and advisor. She is caring, friendly and takes an interest in you personally. I will follow her wherever she goes!
- November 2, 2022 Dr aguiar is caring doctor very knowledgeable and helpful and answers any question i may have
- October 26, 2022 I appreciate Dr Aguiar, professional, cordial and correct.
- October 21, 2022 She took the time to examine in more parts of my areas of concern. She prescribed appropriate medication to help me with my medical issues.
- October 13, 2022 A ten rating is too low! Should be at least 15
- October 9, 2022 Dr Aguiar is caring, knowledgeable, compassionate and friendly.
- September 26, 2022 Wonderful person and excellent Dr. Very helpful when answering my questiobms.
- September 21, 2022 Best Physician Ever!
- September 21, 2022 Thorough and caring. Personable. Does her best to come up with a solution to any problems, even if it involves more than one "plan of attack."
- September 20, 2022 Dr Aguiar is professional, yet friendly & compassionate. I feel confident in her assessment, her recommended treatment and if necessary her referrals to another provider. She is prompt & efficient, yet not rushed. I feel welcomed & cared for. She’s the best!
- September 17, 2022 I think Dr. Aguiar cares a lot about her patients but I don't always feel comfortable with her having her nurse assistant in the room when I need to share my personal business with her.
- September 17, 2022 I’ve been with her for a long time and appreciate her care
- September 16, 2022 She is the best thing about Atrium. Quick, thorough, listened and treats you like you are just as important as she is.
- September 15, 2022 Dr aguiar has been my physician for 17 years. I've never had such an attentive doctor in my 62 years on Earth. Dr.Aguilar has provided me the very best care. She truly listens when I speak. The best doctor I have ever had!
- September 14, 2022 I've been a patient of Dr Aguiar's for many years and overall am satisfied with her attention and management of my health!
- September 13, 2022 Dr Aguiar is always interested in me, what’s going on in my life and discusses any concerns thoroughly. Patti, her MA, Tiffany in the lab & the entire staff are engaging & helpful. They are also respond quickly to any phone call with a concern or request.
- September 12, 2022 She is caring, listens to me, makes sure I have what is needed in the way of vaccinations, mammograms, bone density, and referring me to excellent specialists when needed. I do not want any other doctor, she is the best in my opinion
- September 9, 2022 Dr. Aguiar is without a doubt the very best.
- September 1, 2022 Dr. Aguiar is wonderful. I feel like we are aging and doing this entire life thing together. Very understanding of her patients needs
- September 1, 2022 Very professional, friendly, makes you feel comfortable. She listens, explains and allows you to ask questions. Dr. Aguiar makes sure you are equipped with what you need when you leave the office whether it's meds, appts, theraphy..whatever. She is TOPS!!!
- September 1, 2022 Dr. Aguilar listens to my concerns and then she talks about my opinions
- August 30, 2022 Cares and listens
- August 26, 2022 Dr. R. Aguiar is a wonderful primary care doctor. She's thoughtful and considerate and a good listener. I've been a patient for a number of years and have referred her numerous times. She's a great doctor.
- August 25, 2022 Dr. Aguiar is an awesome doctor. She is friendly, funny, warm and caring. I love her dearly. She take very good care of me and my needs.
- August 20, 2022 She has helped me a lot over the years she has cared for me. I recommend her highly! She listens to her patients and addresses their concerns.she has made a huge difference in the quality of my life.
- August 17, 2022 She is the best. Listen to me and really cares.
- August 13, 2022 I LOVE Dr Aguiar! I’ve been seeing her for 25 plus years! She’s great, her employer’s are the problem!
- July 27, 2022 Dr Aguiar is the most caring and considerate doctor I have ever had the pleasure of seeing. She always is on time, she listens and answers all questions clearly and concisely, always acts in my best interest and it is very obvious she cares deeply about her patients.
- July 25, 2022 Absolutely the finest. She really cares about her patients. She is great to listen and help figure out what steps to take next going forward.
- July 25, 2022 She takes the time to get to know our patients she’s very insightful and a great job explaining what she’s expecting out of the treatment for you
- July 22, 2022 I love Dr. Auguiar! She always listens to me and makes sure I am taken care of. She answers all my questions and will follow up with me. I have recommended her to all my friends and family.
- July 22, 2022 Great doctor!!! Always so helpful.
- July 21, 2022 There is no better doctor than DR. Aguiar. She always remembers your history, listens and truly cares about her patients.
- July 16, 2022 So compassionate. Listens to patients. Offers advice and options for care. Never gives up
- July 16, 2022 Very caring and competent physician.
- July 14, 2022 Dr. Aguiar! She is the best, most caring and knowledgeable doctor i have ever had. I fully trust her with all of my health care needs.
- July 7, 2022 Dr. Rafaela is a fantastic doctor. She takes care of all my needs. It is always a pleasure to be seen by her.
- July 7, 2022 Doctor Aguiar is always concerned about what I have going on. She always knows everything to do and say. To help me through this nightmare of getting healthy and back to myself again. I just love her!
- June 28, 2022 Dr Aguiar listens to my concerns closely and provides adequate solutions to any health problems.
- June 28, 2022 They weren’t able to complete blood work after sticking my arm twice. Now I have to make another trip
- June 23, 2022 Dr. Aguiar is so friendly and always there to listen and gives good advice. She cares about me and was worried when I was in the hospital which meant everything. Everyone needs to see her!! I would recommend it!
- June 22, 2022 I am just a number and push through the office like cattle. You are ready to more on to the next appointment. What ever happen to real heath care when I could talk with my doctor and not seems for the doctor to move the the next patient. To me it seems you just want me to come in and go home so you make more money off me insurance company and get my twenty dollars.
- June 21, 2022 Dr. Aguiar always goes above and beyond to make sure we are well taken care of. Thank you Dr. Aguiar
- June 12, 2022 Fantastic doctor. Friendly and caring
- June 10, 2022 Dr Aguiar is the very best doctor. She listens and if she can’t help you she will refer you to someone who can. I trust her with my health care and have for over twenty years
- May 27, 2022 Dr. Aguiar is always so kind. She always gives me the help I need to get through my sickness. She is very clear.
- May 22, 2022 Really nothing else to add....she's just a GREAT doc!!!!
- May 18, 2022 Ella siempre escucha mis preocupaciones y pone atención a cada detalle!!
- May 18, 2022 I normally am not a fan of going to the doctor but Dr. Aguiar has always treated me with kindness and care.
- May 11, 2022 She is a good listener....she asks appropriate questions.....she is patient with my responses...she is gentle verbally and physically during exam....she is quick to order appropriate tests when applicable.
- May 11, 2022 I was so fortunate Dr. Aguilar took me on as a patient. She is excellent, has compassion and is very knowledgeable. As I have a few conditions currently being treated she oversees my overall health and is more than willing to coordinate with my other doctors.
- May 10, 2022 I couldn't have a better or more caring doctor. She has been my doctor for many years now. My family members that have met her, or have been her patient feel the same way as I do. Her staff are wonderful too.
- May 8, 2022 Very caring, listens to me and provides the treatment needed
- May 3, 2022 Felt very rushed did not get to ask all the questions i wanted to - even though i just had surgery
- May 2, 2022 Dr Aguiar is so compassionate, She spends the right amount of time with me and handles all questions and concerns. She truly cares about (and for) her patients.
- April 29, 2022 The nurse that called me back with my blood results was rushing to get off the phone and didntwant to talk to me.
- April 28, 2022 I love Dr Aguiar. She always listens to what I have to say about how I feel and offers her suggestions/advice.
- April 28, 2022 She is the best doctor ever!!!!!
- April 21, 2022 Dr Aguiar is an exceptional physician. My wife and I completely trust her. She is always open to questions and discussions.
- April 21, 2022 Listens well, very competent, more than willing to work with me to solve my issues. Great physician!
- April 21, 2022 She always goes the extra mile to help me achieve my health goals and get the best deal on prescription drugs
- April 21, 2022 She had been my Doc for over 23 years. She is wonderful.
- April 20, 2022 She is very nice
- April 9, 2022 Very personable and interested in my all over well being physically, mentally and emotionally.
- April 8, 2022 She is a great doctor.
- April 7, 2022 Dr Aguiar is compassionate and helpful
- April 6, 2022 Dr. Aguilar is the perfect combination of friendly and professional. Always such a positive experience.
- April 5, 2022 She is the best doctor! She cares and gets down to the problem. Always friendly and provides excellent care.
- April 2, 2022 She listen to all my concerns and explains things so that I fully understand. She knows my medical history very well
- March 30, 2022 I love Dr. Aguiar , she always listens to me and helps me any way she can
- March 30, 2022 Dr. Aguiar is very professional, knowledgeable, and compassionate. She communicates clearly with easy to understand instructions and diagnosis explanations. She is pleasant, yet firm when needs to be.
- March 28, 2022 I love her as my doctor….always takes the time…
- March 28, 2022 Caring and concerned about my health. Listens to my concerns develops a plan for improvement of condition at hand. She is the best
- March 28, 2022 She is a very caring Dr and is truly concerned about the health of her patients
- March 23, 2022 Dr Aguiar is the best doctor.
- March 22, 2022 Dr. Aguiar is without a doubt the best family doctor in High Point.
- March 19, 2022 Thankful to have Dr. Aguiar as my primary care doctor. She has been caring ,through and understanding. It is always reassuring when you are comfortable with your doctor to discuss any health issues.
- March 17, 2022 Dr. Aguiar is amazing! She's been my doctor for many years and I would highly recommend her. She very caring, considerate and listens to provide the best treatment for you. Dr. A and her staff are the best!
- March 16, 2022 Dr. Aguiar is a true credit to her profession. Ask any of her patients to confirm the veracity of my opening sentence. Your organization would be blessed to have more like her. She saves lives!
- March 11, 2022 Dr Aguiar is a joy to visit. She listens to what I say, and explains things so that I understand what is going on. I have complete confidence and trust in her, and I think she is very compassionate, and I don't want any other doctor.
- March 11, 2022 Always caring, honest and professional.
- March 10, 2022 Dr. Aguiar is always warm and caring about what's going on with her patient. She listens and always answers my questions and concerns.
- March 9, 2022 I have been a patient of Dr. Aguiar's for many years. She and her staff have brrn so helpful to me.
- March 6, 2022 She is AWESOME!! Always understanding and willing to listen to all my concerns!! I am so very glad she’s back!!!
- March 6, 2022 Ive been going to Dr. Aguiar for many years. She is the best doctor I've ever had. She's very kind, caring and informative.
- March 1, 2022 She is wonderful.
- March 1, 2022 She is a good doctor.
- February 28, 2022 You are not going to find a better Doctor than Rafaela Aguiar! Please do all you can to support her practice. Ten members of my family are extremely happy with her commitment and dedication to our health and well being.
- February 27, 2022 She has been my Doctor for 25 years and it seems like we are family, she listens to me and will provide and help that is needed.
- February 26, 2022 Dr. R. Aguiar is very professional and at the same she makes me feel being cared for like a family.
- February 25, 2022 Very connected and focused
- February 24, 2022 She listen to my concerns and address them and provided solutions
- February 23, 2022 She is one of the best, caring, understanding doctors I have ever had.
- February 20, 2022 She cares for me and my health. I appreciate having her back in my corner.
- February 18, 2022 Very thorough and caring.
- February 18, 2022 Dr. Aguair is the best! She is extremely personable and kind.
- February 7, 2022 I always feel at ease with her! She is an amazing doctor! I always feel great after a visit with her!
- February 4, 2022 Dr. Aguiar is always friendly fun and most of all caring and very knowledgeable about my health history, concerns and needs. She has been a blessing to me and my family for 20 years.
- February 4, 2022 Genuine and caring physician interested in treating the patient as person.
- February 3, 2022 Just love Dr. Aguiar!
- February 1, 2022 Dr. Aguiar is extremely thorough and went way beyond what's required for an annual wellness visit. She also noticed I was breathing fast. She immediately did an EKG and discovered a heartbeat abnormality I wasn't aware of. She has referred me to a cardiologist. Without her attentiveness, a heart problem would have gone undiagnosed and possibly led to more serious problems.
- February 1, 2022 Dr. Aguiar always explains everything clearly. She also listens and answers questions. I am so glad that she is my primary care doctor.
- February 1, 2022 I have been very pleased since I started seeing her in 1997 and she is my favorite doctor ever then to now
- January 31, 2022 She is the best
- January 31, 2022 She is the best doctor. The care she gives her patients is beyond quality.
- January 30, 2022 I was very impressed with Dr. Aguiar. I was disappointed last year when Dr. Kelly retired but Dr. Aguiar appears to be a great doctor as well!
- January 29, 2022 Loved my visit and seeing Dr. Aguiar!!! Very detailed and knowledgeable,as always!!!!
- January 29, 2022 Dr. Aguiar is the best!!!. Happy to be her new patient, referred to her by my sister. Who is also a patient of hers for about 20 years now.
- January 27, 2022 She’s been my doctor for over 20 years and she is the best!
- January 27, 2022 great listener and covers all bases on what problem can be. very knowledgable. puts you at ease. gives sound advice
- January 17, 2022 Dr. Aguiar is a kind and caring and very competent doctor. She strives to make her patient comfortable. She is a great listener, too.
- January 13, 2022 Dr Aguiar is the best doctor in the Triad
- January 12, 2022 Dr. Aguiar is a wonderful provider but also a wonderful human. I look forward to having my visits with her.
- January 11, 2022 She’s simply the best! Dr. Aguiar has the most upbeat personality. She’s very attentive and caring. She is very thorough during my visits and she listens to all my concerns. I’m so happy that I took a chance and selected her as my PCP.
- January 7, 2022 I love my doctor, she listens. I know I can talk to her.
- January 5, 2022 Dr Aguiar is the best. Concerned, caring and extremely thorough with my care. You rock Dr Aguiar
Locations
Hours of Operation
Mon - Fri: 8 am - 5 pm
Credentials
Education
- MD, University of Connecticut Medical Center, 1994
Internship
- Moses Cone Health System, 1997
Residency
- Moses Cone Health System, 1997
Board Certifications
- American Board of Family Medicine, Family Medicine
Positions
- Physician - Wake Forest Health Network
Insurance
This chart is a list of the most common health insurance plans we accept. This list is subject to change. Please check your individual plan to confirm their participation and the coverage allowed.
Due to the different physician groups and hospitals within the Wake Forest Baptist system, physician services and hospital services are billed separately. Please remember that health insurance coverage varies, so some services may not be covered.
If you don’t see your plan or you have questions, please call our Customer Service Center at 877-938-7497. We will do our best to work with you and your plan.
Key
WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC -Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC
Wake Forest Baptist Health Managed Care/MA Contracts - January2022
AETNA CONNECTED ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations
AETNA (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations
AETNA MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
AETNA WHOLE HEALTH: Accepted at all locations
ALIGNMENT HEALTHCARE MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes (not applicable to services provided at High Point)
AMBETTER OF NC: Accepted at all locations
AMERIHEALTH CARITAS NEXT ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations
APEX MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
BCBSNC (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations
BCBS HIGH PERFORMANCE (NATIONAL NETWORK): Accepted at all locations
BLUE LOCAL (WFBH INDIVIDUAL & WFBH X_Group): Accepted at all locations
BLUE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
BLUE VALUE: Accepted at all locations
CAROLINA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
CIGNA: Accepted at all locations
CIGNA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at NCBH and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes)
CIGNA HEALTHSPRING MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Wilkes)
CIGNA LIFESOURCE (TRANSPLANTS): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
COVENTRY/WELLPATH: Accepted at all locations
CRESCENT PPO (ASHEVILLE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
DEVOTED HEALTH: Accepted at all locations
DIRECT NET: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not contracted, very low to no volume for CHC)
FIRST HEALTH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations
FIRSTCAROLINACARE (PINEHURST, NC): Accepted at NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
GATEWAY HEALTH ALLIANCE (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
GOLDEN RULE INS (UNITED): Accepted at all locations
HEALTHGRAM (formerly PRIMARY PHYSICIAN CARE): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and LMC (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
HEALTHTEAM ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
HUMANA CHOICECARE: Accepted at all locations
HUMANA MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
LIBERTY ADVANTAGE (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
MAGELLAN (BEHAVIORAL HEALTH): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
MEDCOST: Accepted at all locations
MEDCOST ULTRA: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not applicable at CHC)
OPTUMHEALTH (TRANSPLANTS - APPLICABLE TO NCBH/WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
PREFERRED CARE OF VA INC: Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
SOUTHERN HEALTH SVCS (COVENTRY-PPO ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie and CHC (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
TWIN COUNTY (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC and Wilkes)
UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT PROGRAM (WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS (not applicable for services provided at NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
UNITED HEALTHCARE: Accepted at all locations
UNITED HEALTHCARE ESSENTIALS ACA/EXCHANGE: Accepted at all locations
UNITED HEALTHCARE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
VA CCN: Accepted at all locations
WELLCARE: Accepted at all locations
WELLPATH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations
Key
WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC - Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC