Biography
Dr. Fontanares is a fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She Graduated in 1986 from the University of Virginia. She earned her medical degree from Eastern Virginia Medical Scho… Read more ›
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Dr. Fontanares made my husband and I feel very comfortable and she answered all of our questions.…
Summary
Provider Training
| University | Degree | Focus | Graduated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Virginia Medical School | Bachelors Degree | B.A. in Biology and Psychology | 1986 |
| Eastern Virginia Medical School | Doctorate | M.D. | 1990 |
| Institution | Focus | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Residency - Eastern Virginia Graduate School of Medicine | Gynecology and Obstetrics | 1994 |
| Internship - Eastern Virginia Graduate School of Medicine | Gynecology and Obstetrics | 1994 |
Experience & Accolades
| Role | Organization | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Fellow | American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology | Present |
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Specialties
Languages Spoken
English, FilipinoMedical Specialties
- Obstetrician/Gynecologist
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Years In Practice: 32 (started in 1994)
Accepts New Patients: Yes
Dr. Fontanares specializes in treating the following types of patients:
- Adults
Medical Philosophy: Traditional Medicine
Payment Options
Payment DetailsReviews
Number of Reviews: 12
Most Recent Review: 05/03/2017
Office & Staff Evaluation
Provider Evaluation
Review by
Anonymous
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May 03, 2017
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Tidewater Physician for Women - 844 Kempsville Rd Kempsville Office, Suite 208
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- Average Wait Time 6 to 10 minutes
“great visit”
Dr. Fontanares made my husband and I feel very comfortable and she answered all of our questions.
Review by
Sallie M.
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August 28, 2015
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Tidewater Physician for Women - 844 Kempsville Rd Kempsville Office, Suite 208
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- Average Wait Time 31 minutes or more
“Gyn visit”
Excellent.
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N. K.
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August 28, 2015
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Tidewater Physician for Women - 844 Kempsville Rd Kempsville Office, Suite 208
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- Average Wait Time 11 to 20 minutes
“Easy and Comfortable; Very Positive”
Very positive. Dr. Fontanares easily makes patients feel comfortable.
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J. F.
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August 28, 2015
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Tidewater Physician for Women - 844 Kempsville Rd Kempsville Office, Suite 208
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- Average Wait Time 6 to 10 minutes
“Dr. Fontenares is someone that is helpful and someone I trust.”
Dr. Fontenares was the first OB/GYN that I had. She helped with my first two pregnancy and is now helping me with my third. She has made me feel comfortable in every pregnancy I've had.
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Ab B.
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August 28, 2015
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Tidewater Physician for Women - 844 Kempsville Rd Kempsville Office, Suite 208
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- Average Wait Time 21 to 30 minutes
“Positive”
Positive
Review by
Anonymous
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August 28, 2015
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Tidewater Physician for Women - 844 Kempsville Rd Kempsville Office, Suite 208
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“The visit was great.”
She's great. The wait in the waiting room was a little too long though.
Review by
Deena B.
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August 28, 2015
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Tidewater Physician for Women - 844 Kempsville Rd Kempsville Office, Suite 208
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“Awesome”
Always comfortable with Dr. Fontanares - easy to talk to.
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Jessica G.
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August 28, 2015
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Tidewater Physician for Women - 844 Kempsville Rd Kempsville Office, Suite 208
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“Great”
Awesome.
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Anonymous
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August 28, 2015
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Tidewater Physician for Women - 844 Kempsville Rd Kempsville Office, Suite 208
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“Great appointment”
Great experience.
Review by
Kimberly C.
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August 28, 2015
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Tidewater Physician for Women - 844 Kempsville Rd Kempsville Office, Suite 208
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“Excellence, dedication, informative, amazing, and heart of gold”
Dr Fontanares has been one of my favorite Drs. Through my many trying obstacles of pregnancy, miscarriages, and stillborn she has demonstrated professionalism, compassion, expertise, and incredible knowledge for me and my husband. She is truly a one of a kind Dr that we are thankful for her!
Locations
Affiliated Practices
Tidewater Physician for Women
844 Kempsville Rd Kempsville Office, Suite 208Norfolk, VA 23502
Procedures & Services
Procedures & Treatments Offered
- Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
- Annual Care
- Birth Control
- C-section
- Colposcopy
- Depo Provera
- Diaphragm
- Dilation And Curettage (d&c)
- Endometrial Ablation
- Endometriosis
- Essure
- Fluid Contrast Ultrasound
- Gynecologic Cancer Screening
- Gynecology
- Heavy Periods / Abnormal Bleeding
- Hysterectomy
- Hysterectomy - Laparoscopic
- Implanon
- Incontinence Sling Procedure
- Iud
- Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure (leep)
- Mini-pill
- Obstetrics
- Oophorectomy
- Pap Tests/well Woman Care
- Pelvic Pain
- Pelvic Ultrasound
- Perimenopause
- Postpartum
- Preconception
- Pregnancy
- Prenatal Testing
- Removal Of Reproductive Organs
- Resection Of Peritoneal Malignancy
- Rings And Patches
- Salpingectomy
- Salpingo-oophorectomy
- Uterine Fibroids
- Vaginal Delivery And Vbac
Commonly Prescribed Medications
- As needed
Billing Policies & Payment Options
Dr. Arlene J Fontanares, MD accepts the following payment methods:- Discover
- Mastercard
- Visa
- Personal Check
- Cash
More info: The office accepts cash, checks, Discover, Visa and MasterCard.
Offers Financing/Payment Plans?: Unknown
Bills on a Sliding Scale?: Unknown
Accepted Insurance
Accepted Insurance
Our Providers participate in the majority of PPO and HMO plans offered in the Hampton Roads area and as well as accepting traditional indemnity insurance. At this time we do not participate with Tricare Prime. Please check with your insurance company or contact our business office during normal office hours.
Aetna Choice POS II
Aetna Managed Choice POS Open Access
Aetna Signature Administrators PPO
Anthem HealthKeepers HMO/POS
Anthem KeyCare PPO
BCBS Blue Card PPO
CIGNA HMO
CIGNA Open Access
CIGNA PPO
Coventry Southern Health PPO
First Health PPO
Great West PPO
Humana ChoiceCare Network PPO
Multiplan PPO
PHCS PPO
Comment - “ great visit ”
Dr. Fontanares made my husband and I feel very comfortable and she answered all of our questions.