Overview
Mark Fontana is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Norfolk, Virginia.
Dr. Fontana is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Hemorrhoidectomy.
Dr. Fontana is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - Surgery (General Surgery) - 2027. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Fontana is currently accepting new patients.
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- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
6251 E. Virginia Beach Blvd., Suite 300, Norfolk, VA 23502
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Mark A. Fontana
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Mark A. Fontana?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Mark A. Fontana by calling their office at 757-261-5000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Mark A. Fontana a top-rated expert for Hernia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Mark A. Fontana is classified as an Distinguished expert for Hernia, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Mark A. Fontana specialize in?
While Dr. Mark A. Fontana is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, and Gallbladder Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Mark A. Fontana participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Mark A. Fontana has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hernia. You can view a list of Dr. Mark A. Fontana's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Mark A. Fontana accept my insurance?
Dr. Mark A. Fontana accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 757-261-5000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- HerniaDr. Fontana isDistinguished. Learn about Hernia.
- Advanced
- CholecystitisDr. Fontana isAdvanced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Fontana isAdvanced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Epidural LipomatosisDr. Fontana isAdvanced. Learn about Epidural Lipomatosis.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Fontana isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Fontana isAdvanced. Learn about Gallstones.
- Juvenile AngiofibromaDr. Fontana isAdvanced. Learn about Juvenile Angiofibroma.
- Ogilvie SyndromeDr. Fontana isAdvanced. Learn about Ogilvie Syndrome.
- Umbilical HerniaDr. Fontana isAdvanced. Learn about Umbilical Hernia.
- Experienced
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Fontana isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Anal FissureDr. Fontana isExperienced. Learn about Anal Fissure.
- Biliary DyskinesiaDr. Fontana isExperienced. Learn about Biliary Dyskinesia.
- CellulitisDr. Fontana isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Fontana isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Fontana isExperienced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Fontana isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- Epidermoid CystDr. Fontana isExperienced. Learn about Epidermoid Cyst.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Fontana isExperienced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Femoral HerniaDr. Fontana isExperienced. Learn about Femoral Hernia.
- Gastrointestinal PerforationDr. Fontana isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Perforation.
- HemorrhoidectomyDr. Fontana isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhoidectomy.
- HemorrhoidsDr. Fontana isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- Hernia SurgeryDr. Fontana isExperienced. Learn about Hernia Surgery.
- Lump in the AbdomenDr. Fontana isExperienced. Learn about Lump in the Abdomen.
- Mesenteric Venous ThrombosisDr. Fontana isExperienced. Learn about Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis.
- NecrosisDr. Fontana isExperienced. Learn about Necrosis.
- Necrotizing FasciitisDr. Fontana isExperienced. Learn about Necrotizing Fasciitis.
- ObesityDr. Fontana isExperienced. Learn about Obesity.
- Peptic UlcerDr. Fontana isExperienced. Learn about Peptic Ulcer.
- Perianal Streptococcal CellulitisDr. Fontana isExperienced. Learn about Perianal Streptococcal Cellulitis.
- PeritonitisDr. Fontana isExperienced. Learn about Peritonitis.
- Pilonidal Sinus DiseaseDr. Fontana isExperienced. Learn about Pilonidal Sinus Disease.
- Pyogenic Liver AbscessDr. Fontana isExperienced. Learn about Pyogenic Liver Abscess.
- Retroperitoneal InflammationDr. Fontana isExperienced. Learn about Retroperitoneal Inflammation.
- Secondary PeritonitisDr. Fontana isExperienced. Learn about Secondary Peritonitis.
- Splenic InfarctionDr. Fontana isExperienced. Learn about Splenic Infarction.
- Subareolar AbscessDr. Fontana isExperienced. Learn about Subareolar Abscess.
- ThrombophlebitisDr. Fontana isExperienced. Learn about Thrombophlebitis.