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Dr. Joseph Vaccarella, MD

Dr. Joseph Vaccarella, MD

Family Medicine*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Joseph Vaccarella, MD is a family medicine physician in Chesapeake, VA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School in 1992. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Sentara Leigh Hospital and Chesapeake Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 32 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (32 reviews)

Practice

1419 Cedar Rd Ste 101 Chesapeake, VA 23322
Telehealth available
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Dr. Vaccarella's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Vaccarella

4.2
32 ratings, 6 with a written review
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No room for new patients?! Right
Read a few reviews, and need a new primary care that I dont agree with. In extreme pain today just to be informed they are not accepting new patients from a rude assistant. Great to be taken care of when you need it and spend your own life taking care of others. Thanks
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Disgusted – Aug 08, 2023
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I have seen him for a few months because the other doctor left the practice. He doesn't respond to emails. If I have a question, I don't trust he will get back to me. I'm going to try a different doctor in another site.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
1 other person found this helpful
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Aug 29, 2020
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I have been a patient of Josephs for 19 years he has seen me thru a lot of really bad things/ now i have to get a new dr because they are no longer filing my insurance, i have really been upset over this
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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patricia greene – Apr 24, 2020
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Dr Vaccarella has been my Dr for many years. In my book he the best. I always feel like I am in good hands. He is thorough, he always is willing to listen and very caring. Because of him, his staff and Dr Carmen I am blessed to be a Cancer Survivor.I will be forever greatfull.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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Penny Williams in Chesapeake, VA – Jun 01, 2016
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AS a Family Practitioner I find him very thorough and friendly. He takes the time to explain conditions and will attempts to squeeze you in without a regular appointment. I've never had to wait more than 30 mins (1X) with the norm being 10 - 15. Would recommend him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Johninva in Chesapeake, VA – Mar 26, 2016
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I waited an hour in his office to be seen today. When i displayed my frustration for waiting, he advised me there were other patients ahead of me. I understand that however; he was chatting with his staff about the pending snow for 20 minutes! He was rude and made my appt as quick as possible while engaging more with his other patients. I will not return and taking my family to another physician. I have never felt so belittled by a doctor in my life.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
7 others found this helpful
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Rey in Chesapeake, va – Feb 12, 2016
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Dr. Joseph Vaccarella, MD is a family medicine physician in Chesapeake, VA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School in 1992. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Sentara...read more

  • Family Medicine

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  • Eastern Virginia Medical School

    Medical School, 1992
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
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Practice

Office1419 Cedar Rd Ste 101 Chesapeake, VA 23322
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(757) 842-6180
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