Ramesh Gihwala, M.D.

Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology

(704) 853-5294Gastonia, NC
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Ramesh Gihwala, M.D. has been part of the Gastonia medical community since 2006 in independent practice. With 41+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Gastonia area. He regularly sees Medicare patients with mood disorders, anxiety, and high cholesterol (per CMS claims data).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 27% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 343 Psychiatry & Neurology providers in NCSee all Psychiatry & Neurology in Gastonia41+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 2190dNPPES updated 2020-05-07 · verify on CMS

Contact & Location

Practice Location

991 W Hudson Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28052-6430

Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, and High Cholesterol.

Mood Disorders
67%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+29%)63%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+29%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-8%)62%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-9%)61%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here

Depression
Higher than avg (+17%)49%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor

Schizophrenia
46%

A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior

Bipolar Disorder
31%

A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows

Tobacco Use Disorder
30%

Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Board certified · May 6, 2020

    CMS-verified certification date

  2. 41 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Psychiatry & NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.

Taxonomy: 2084P0800X

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

825 Majestic Ct, Gastonia, NC 28054-5186

Differs from practice location

Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Ramesh Gihwala

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Ramesh Gihwala for mood disorder follow-ups, anxiety counseling, cholesterol management — no travel to Gastonia required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ramesh Gihwala

Dr. Gihwala is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Gastonia, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (704) 853-5294.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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