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Dr. Mark Fontana, MD

Dr. Mark Fontana, MD

General Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Mark Fontana, MD is a general surgeon in Norfolk, VA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences in 1992. He is affiliated with Sentara Leigh Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.3 Star Rating
Based on 7 reviews 3.3 Star Rating (7 reviews)

Practice

6251 E Virginia Beach Blvd Ste 300 Norfolk, VA 23502

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Fontana is affiliated with Sentara Leigh Hospital Norfolk, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Fontana specializes in the area of General 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
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Fontana's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Fontana

3.3

7 ratings, 3 with a written review
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1 Star
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
JAMES O WILDER – May 31, 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
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 12, 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
4 people found this helpful
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Sandra Reed in South Mills, NC – Feb 06, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Mark Fontana, MD is a general surgeon in Norfolk, VA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences in 1992. He is affiliated with Sentara Leigh Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
  • General Surgery

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  • Uniformed Services University Of The Health Sciences

    Medical School, 1992
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Sentara Surgery Specialists-Leigh6251 E Virginia Beach Blvd Ste 300 Norfolk, VA 23502
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Practice

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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Sentara Leigh Hospital

    830 Kempsville Rd
    Norfolk, VA 23502
    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

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

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