Arlene Fontanares, MD
828 Healthy Way, Virginia Beach, Virginia 23462
About the Business
Arlene Fontanares, MD is a reputable medical institution located at 828 Healthy Way in Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States. Dr. Fontanares specializes in providing high-quality healthcare services to her patients, with a focus on promoting overall health and well-being. Patients can expect personalized care and expert medical advice from Dr. Fontanares and her team. Whether you need a routine check-up or have a specific health concern, Arlene Fontanares, MD is dedicated to helping you achieve optimal health.
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828 Healthy Way UNIT 330, Virginia Beach, VA 23462, United States
Reviews
"DR. Fontanares was so kind and listened to exactly what I was saying and looked out for my best interests. She was nice, knowledgeable, and always made sure I was comfortable."
"Dr. Fontaneres is a very competent doctor who addresses all of my concerns and makes me feel as comfortable as possible. I've never had to wait too long in her office and the staff is always very friendly. My daughter is also a patient of Dr. Fontaneres and only has excellent things to say about her visits. Highly recommend."
"I love Dr Fontanares she has always made me feel comfortable and like she is truly listening when I have concerns. She delivered my baby 8 years ago and i've been going to her ever since. This last visit I hadn't seen her for a few years due to covid restrictions and she still remembered me well that is hard to find in a doctor. Don't believe the negative reviews she is great!"
"Worst bed side manner ever!!!! She dilivered my baby because she was the doctor on duty that day in the hospital. I never met her before that. She didn't introduce herself and was very impersonal. She performed an episiotomy on me without my consent. I was assured that the doctors in that office do not do them anymore but I guess she thought otherwise. Then she went ahead to tell everyone in the room how it's the most "cutest cut ever" as if she's proud of her work. But she didn't stop there. She went ahead and compared my newborn with a "little Thanksgiving turkey" and laughed about her own joke. After the delivery was over she left and didn't check on me ever again. Worst doctor experience ever!!! Rude and unprofessional!!"
"I do not usually write reviews, but people have to know what I have witnessed. If you look at the other reviews on this page, you would know that I am not alone. I choose Dr. Arlene Fontanares for my first pregnancy, OBGYN. I was recommended by my family doctor, who are great friends. I did not have any problems until the end of my pregnancy when I decided to cancel my induction, scheduled one day after my due date. Please note: I have no history of health issues, and my baby has no complications. Consequently, I thought it would have been best for my baby and me to wait a few more days after my due date to see if my body would naturally have labor contractions. Nevertheless, I went to the office today for my weekly check-up, and Dr. Fontanares was very upset with me because I decided to cancel my induction. Then she proceeded to open my cervix to 2 cm, which was very painful. With her initial uncomfortable attitude and tone when I arrived, I felt like she intentionally wanted me to feel the pain. I could be wrong, however. After checking my cervix, she said, "You can come in next week." "I don't know what else to do with you." Next week?! I am already five days overdue. I'm currently past my due date by five days, and waiting one more week may put my baby and me in more risk. I understand that Dr. Fontanares was upset with me about canceling the induction, but you can't decide to pass me along at 41 weeks pregnant to another doctor that I have never seen before. To me, it seems like she abandoned a patient. I think it is very unprofessional and rude. I will never recommend this doctor to anyone. I do not wish what I have experienced with Dr. Fontanares and her assistant on my worst enemy."
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