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Franco Godoy – UNC Department of Radiology

Franco Godoy

MD

Diagnostic Radiology Resident

Contact Information

Franco Godoy

MD

Diagnostic Radiology Resident

About

Hometown

Chapin, SC

Clinical and Research Interests

Neuroradiology, abdominal radiology, musculoskeletal radiology

Why UNC Radiology?

Why not? Chapel Hill is a gorgeous location, I could tell from word of mouth and my interactions with the faculty/residents here that UNC is a robust and collegial radiology training program, and Tar Heel blue is a wonderful shade of blue.

Best thing about UNC?

The people

Goals for Residency or Fellowship

  • Become a well-rounded, proficient, efficient radiologist.
  • Give back to the community locally and globally.
  • Make lifelong friends and colleagues.

Honors and Awards

Phi Beta Kappa

Tell us about someone who is an inspiration in your work

My grandfather Oswaldo Garcia because of his rock-solid faith, his joyful nature, the kindness he showed everyone around him, and the example he set forth of being a responsible man.

Favorite place to go on the weekend in NC

The mountains

Favorite place to go on vacation in NC

The beach

Hidden Talent

Pretty good at FIFA

Hobbies/Favorite Activities

Soccer, pickle ball, making bread, walking my dog, drinking coffee, hiking, weightlifting, music production, traveling

Fun Facts

Buffalo Bills kicker Tyler Bass and I were club soccer teammates for two years in SC.

  • Undergraduate

    University of South Carolina

  • Medical Doctorate

    Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine