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Dr. Chin-To Fong, MD

Dr. Chin-To Fong, MD

Pediatrics*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Chin-To Fong, MD is a pediatrician in Rochester, NY and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from HARVARD Medical School in 1981. He is affiliated with Strong Memorial Hospital. He is accepting telehealth appointments.

3 Star Rating
Based on 8 reviews 3 Star Rating (8 reviews)

Practice

601 Elmwood Ave Rochester, NY 14642
Telehealth available

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Fong specializes in the areas of Clinical Biochemical Genetics, Clinical Genetics & Pediatrics. See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Highly Recommended Hospital
    Patients recommend this hospital to family and friends. See hospitals
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Dr. Fong's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Fong

3.0
8 ratings, 7 with a written review
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Poor knowledge
If you "only" have hEDS ( hyper mobile Ehlers Danlos Syndrome) do not waste your time here. Dr. Fong was extremely dismissive and condescending, stated there is NO hEDS gene, that it was all in my head. Visit notes show a physical exam and a "no" behind each point. NO ONE even touched my during the visit, ( except for doing my blood pressure) let alone a physical exam. No abdominal pain?? Wow...one of my pain complaints! His nurse asked a lot of questions, but I am hardly a medical expert and do not have all my family history. WHY are they assuming things with no info!? Half the notes are inaccurate. Do yourself a favor and check into Norris Lab in South Carolina. THAT is where you will find the latest research. They believe they have found the gene and there are articles over a year old! You can look into joining their research project. Dr. Fong needs to keep up on the latest research and stop treating people poorly just because he doesn't know!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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none – Mar 13, 2023
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I had a telehealth visit and felt that it was very thorough. I am currently awaiting the results of a genetic screen for further information, but do have a preliminary answer. The process has been a positive one for me.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Jan 26, 2021
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Excellent doctor! He even gave us his cell phone number in case of an emergency
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
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Jan 30, 2020
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I met with Dr. Fong today and had a great experience. My wait time was less than one minute in the waiting room, and less than three minutes in the exam room. The first part of my appointment was screening/health history questions and that was done by someone else. When Dr. Fong came in he explained my diagnosis and spent a lot of time discussing it with me, even going a bit beyond 5pm when they closed. He was thorough, courteous, and kind. I’m honestly surprised by the negative reviews.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
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Macie376 – Jan 09, 2020
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Saw him yesterday after scheduling an appointment literally a year ago. Didn't seem to have read any of the background information from our referring doctor or any of the anecdotal information provided. Talked about genetics in general, didn't think we had an issue with what our referring doctor. feels it is, and did not seem to really take any of it seriously. Very disappointed, frustrated, dejected. Similar to every other doctor I have met with associated with Strong. If you don't fit inside the box we can't help you and/or don't believe you. Sure wish there were more options around here.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 03, 2019
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I met with Dr. Fong a few months ago. We waited for quite a while in the waiting room. It seemed he was more interested in flirting with his female colleagues than helping us. He seemed very knowledgeable, but not that interested in helping us.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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Rochester, NY – Nov 14, 2017
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He is terrible to handle patience, We visited once and i would never recommend it, He may be knowledgeable and i dont see a courtesy in him
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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Rochester, NY – Jan 12, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Chin-To Fong, MD is a pediatrician in Rochester, NY and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from HARVARD Medical School in 1981. He is affiliated with Strong Memorial Hospital. He is accepting telehealth appointments.
  • Pediatrics

  • Genetics

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Harvard Medical School

    Medical School, 1981
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics®
Clinical Biochemical Genetics
Clinical Genetics
American Board of Pediatrics®
Pediatrics
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Locations

Practice

University of Rochester601 Elmwood Ave Rochester, NY 14642
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Office601 Elmwood Ave # 777 Rochester, NY 14642
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Strong Memorial Hospital

    601 Elmwood Ave
    Rochester, NY 14642
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

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

    1% higher than the national average

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