Donna G. Balgavy, CNP

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Review by Anonymous on April 30, 2026 -

Sentara Cardiology Specialists at 301 Riverview Ave - 301 Riverview Ave Ste 700

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Comment - “ I enjoy having PA Donna Balgavy ... ”

I enjoy having PA Donna Balgavy on my care team. She makes me feel comfortable. Donna listens to my concerns, she explains things to me in a very professional manner and I look forward to my visits with her.

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“I enjoy having PA Donna Balgavy ...”

Anonymous 04/30/2026

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Review by Anonymous on February 23, 2026 -

Sentara Cardiology Specialists at 301 Riverview Ave - 301 Riverview Ave Ste 700

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Comment - “ Excellent care.... ”

Excellent care.

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“Excellent care....”

Excellent care.

Anonymous 02/23/2026

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Review by Anonymous on January 23, 2026 -

Sentara Cardiology Specialists at 301 Riverview Ave - 301 Riverview Ave Ste 700

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Comment - “ Awesome... ”

Awesome

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“Awesome...”

Awesome

Anonymous 01/23/2026

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Review by Anonymous on January 15, 2026 -

Sentara Cardiology Specialists at 301 Riverview Ave - 301 Riverview Ave Ste 700

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Comment - “ They treat me Well... ”

They treat me Well

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“They treat me Well...”

They treat me Well

Anonymous 01/15/2026

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Review by Anonymous on March 05, 2026 -

Sentara Cardiology Specialists at 301 Riverview Ave - 301 Riverview Ave Ste 700

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Comment - “ She explained things in a way th... ”

She explained things in a way that was easy to understand.

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“She explained things in a way th...”

She explained things in a way that was easy to understand.

Anonymous 03/05/2026

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Review by Anonymous on February 21, 2026 -

Sentara Cardiology Specialists at 301 Riverview Ave - 301 Riverview Ave Ste 700

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Comment - “ Donna listened to my concerns an... ”

Donna listened to my concerns and answered all my questions with patience and understanding. I appreciate her taking the time to talk with me! Great job!

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“Donna listened to my concerns an...”

Donna listened to my concerns and answered all my questions with patience and understanding. I appreciate her taking the time to talk with me! Great job!

Anonymous 02/21/2026

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Review by Anonymous on January 16, 2026 -

Sentara Cardiology Specialists at 301 Riverview Ave - 301 Riverview Ave Ste 700

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Comment - “ She is very helpful with my conc... ”

She is very helpful with my concerns

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“She is very helpful with my conc...”

She is very helpful with my concerns

Anonymous 01/16/2026

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