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Dr. Rodolfo Oviedo, MD

Bariatric Medicine*
4.8 (69)
Map Pin Small Houston, TX
Accepting new patients
17 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Rodolfo Oviedo, MD

Dr. Rodolfo Oviedo, MD is a Bariatric Medicine Specialist in Houston, TX. They specialize in Bariatric Medicine, has 17 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from University of Texas Health Sciences Center at San Antonio Long School of Medicine and is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital and Methodist Heart Hospital. Dr. Oviedo, completed a residency at General Surgery At Houston Methodist Hospital At The Texas Medical Center|Methodist Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Oviedo an average 4.8 star rating.

Dr. Oviedo works at Houston Methodist Department of Surgery in Houston, TX with other offices in Nacogdoches, TX and Pearland, TX. They frequently treat conditions like Obstructed Inguinal Hernia and Incisional Hernia along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Oviedo's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Smith Tower
    6550 Fannin St Ste 1501, Houston, TX 77030 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (713) 441-5141
  2. 2
    General and Bariatric Surgery Specialists
    4848 NE Stallings Dr Ste 102, Nacogdoches, TX 75965 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (936) 221-5560
  3. 3
    Comprehensive Care Center
    8520 Broadway St Ste 220, Pearland, TX 77584 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (713) 441-5141

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Houston Methodist Hospital
  • Methodist Heart Hospital

Experience & Treatment Frequency

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Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Incisional Hernia
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair

Treatment frequency



Many providers have expertise treating multiple conditions or procedures. FindCare uses a variety of data sources to determine which conditions or procedures a provider treats and their level of experience.
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Incisional Hernia
Ileus
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Abdominal Pain
Anorectal Abscess
Appendicitis
Bowel Strangulation
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Gallstones
Hemorrhoids
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Obesity
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Pelvic Abscess
Umbilical Hernia
Ventral Hernia
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Colectomy
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Liver Biopsy
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Salpingectomy with Robotic Assist
Salpingo Oopherectomy
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Fistula
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Biliary Atresia
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroparesis
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Prolapse
Lipomas
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Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer
Meckel's Diverticulum
Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS)
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Pyloric Stenosis
Stomach Cancer
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcerative Colitis
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Abdominal Surgery
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Acid Reflux Surgery
Adrenalectomy
Adrenalectomy with Robotic Assist
Anoscopy
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Appendectomy
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Bile Duct Procedure
Biliary Drainage
Biopsy of Breast
Bone Marrow Biopsy
Bowel Obstruction Repair
Breast Surgical Procedure
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Colostomy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Duodenal Switch
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Esophagomyotomy
Excision
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Excision of Breast Tumor
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Gastric Bypass Surgery
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Gastrotomy
Hemorrhoid Removal
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Hernia and Hydrocele Repair
Hernia Repair
Inguinal Hernia Surgery
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Removal of Stones from Biliary Tract
Laparoscopic Sigmoidectomy With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Surgery for Achalasia
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Lumpectomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Mastectomy
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Open Appendectomy
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Pancreatectomy (incl. Pancreas Transplant and Whipple Procedure)
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Parathyroidectomy
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Port Placements or Replacements
Proctectomy
Puncture Aspiration
Pyloromyotomy
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Roux-En-Y Gastric Bypass Surgery
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Sphincterotomy
Splenectomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Thoracentesis
Thyroid Lobectomy
Thyroid Surgery
Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
Total Splenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Tracheal Surgery
Vaginal Prolapse Surgery
Vagotomy
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Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Ventral Herniorrhaphy
Wedge Resection Colon
Whipple Procedure
Wound Repair
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    • Accepts most major Health Plans. Please contact our office for details.
    • Aetna
    • Anthem
    • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
    • Beech Street (Multiplan)
    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma
    • Blue Cross Blue Shield
    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
    • Buckeye Community Health Plan
    • Capital Healthplan
    • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
    • Cigna
    • Coventry Health Care
    • Dimension Health
    • Dimension International
    • Elderplan
    • First Health
    • Global Excel Insurance
    • Humana
    • Magellan Health Services
    • Midwest Health Plan
    • Molina Healthcare
    • MultiPlan
    • Neighborhood Health Plan (NHP)
    • Preferred Health Systems
    • Staywell (Wellcare)
    • UnitedHealthCare
    • Veteran Administration Plan
    • WellCare
    • Worker's Compensation

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    4.8
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    Specialties*
    • Bariatric Medicine

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    Years of Experience
    • 17 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, French and Spanish
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    NPI Number
    • 1376795955
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Baptist Health Medical Group, Min Invasive/Bariatric Surgery|Baptist Hospital of Miami
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • General Surgery At Houston Methodist Hospital At The Texas Medical Center|Methodist Hospital
    Residency
    Internship
    • Methodist Hospital
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University of Texas Health Sciences Center at San Antonio Long School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery
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    Dr. Rodolfo Oviedo, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Oviedo is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Oviedo has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Oviedo has seen patients for Obstructed Inguinal Hernia and Incisional Hernia, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Oviedo on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    69 patients have reviewed Dr. Oviedo. The overall rating for this provider is 4.8. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Oviedo.

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