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Dr. Helena Guarda, MD

Dr. Helena Guarda, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Helena Guarda, MD is a plastic surgeon in Suffolk, VA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in 1994. She is affiliated with medical facilities Sentara Obici Hospital and Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center. She is accepting new patients.

4 Star Rating
Based on 23 reviews 4 Star Rating (23 reviews)

Practice

5131 River Club Dr Ste 110 Suffolk, VA 23435

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Guarda is affiliated with Sentara Obici Hospital Suffolk, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Guarda specializes in the area of Plastic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. See hospitals
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Dr. Guarda's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Guarda

4.0

23 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 Star
70%
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4 Star
4%
4%
3 Star
4%
4%
2 Star
4%
4%
1 Star
17%
17%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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no – Oct 27, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Stephanie J – May 21, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
New patient – Nov 08, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 22, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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JC – Jul 25, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 24, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jen in Suffolk, VA – Nov 28, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Sufffolk, VIrgini – Mar 30, 2018
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About Me

care philosophy

We empower patients to make the best healthcare decision based on expert advice, consultation and professional care. 

biography

Dr. Guarda is a board certified plastic surgeon by the american board of plastic surgeons and serves on the board of directors of the Virginia Society of Plastic Surgeons. She has been performing plastic surgery procedures for over 16 years. Dr....read more
  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

  • Cosmetic Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Abms Maintenance Of Certification

    2012
  • Lsu Health Sciences Center New Orleans School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2001
  • Lsu Health Sciences Center New Orleans School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 2001
  • Louisiana State University

    Fellowship Hospital, 1997
  • Rutgers New Jersey Medical School

    Medical School, 1994
  • Umdnj

    Medical School, 1994
  • Monmouth College

    Undergraduate School, 1990
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Plastic Surgery®
Plastic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Plastic Surgery Specialist of Virginia Inc.5131 River Club Dr Ste 110 Suffolk, VA 23435
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Sentara Obici Hospital

    2800 Godwin Blvd
    Suffolk, VA 23434
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center

    3636 High St
    Portsmouth, VA 23707
    Recipient of 10
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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