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Dr. Eugene Fontenot, MD

Dr. Eugene Fontenot, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology*

Dr. Eugene Fontenot, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Lake Charles, LA. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Rapides Regional Medical Center and West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 25 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (25 reviews)

Practice

4150 Nelson Rd Bldg A Lake Charles, LA 70605
Telehealth available

Dr. Fontenot is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Fontenot specializes in the area of Obstetrics & Gynecology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Fontenot's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Fontenot

4.2
25 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 star
76%
76%
4 star
4%
4%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
8%
8%
1 star
12%
12%

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Love him! He delivered my son and when my husband was killed .. my son played ball with his son. They helped out tremendously. I am grateful to him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Paula Anderson Savant in Monroe, LA – Mar 05, 2019
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Dr. Fontenot has been my OBGYN since he helped deliver my 1st of 3 children. He is caring and spends ALOT OF TIME WITH ME!!!! He is thorough and diagnostics are his strong point.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Katie Leithead in Lake Charles, LA – Dec 12, 2018
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Was the on-call doctor when I went into labor for my first child on a Friday night. Very unprofessional and uncaring. Do not recommend him.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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mom of 2 in LA – Oct 29, 2018
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If your looking for a OBGYN with a soft bedside manner this isn't your doctor, BUT on the other hand if your looking for an expert in this field Dr. Eugene Fontenot is the BEST. I've been going to him for many years and I know with 100% accuracy my examinations are complete and any problems that may come up will be detected with early detection.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Pamela in Lafayette, LA – Mar 05, 2017
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The absolute worst doctor in my LIFE!!! He told me he couldn't take me as a patient anymore because I was "very very high risk" but refused to basically tell me why or type up a letter stating that I'm high risk. Along with the staff who is incompetent, it's September and she wrote my ultrasound July than wrote my appt was at 2:30 but it was at 1:30 for the ultrasound. STAY AWAY FROM THEM!!! Rude and no bedside manners whatsoever.
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
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K Moody in LA – Sep 23, 2016
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Excellent bedside manner, very knowledgeable, cares about his patients, friendly and caring staff!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Lake Charles, LA – Sep 16, 2016
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I have used Dr. E. Fontenot since I was 16. His cut and dry bedside manor is to my benefit. It makes me not worry about issues that I am having. He always listens and gives his best peace of mind, expert advice per unique situation. I always get a call back the same day by him or his nurses.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Kmn in Sulphur, LA – Jul 26, 2016
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I went to Dr. Fontenot when I was pregnant with my first child, which was a scary thing. He made me feel silly for some of the questions I asked and didn't offer any information unless I asked about it so I felt there were a lot of things I was in the dark about.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Jane in Lake Charles, LA – Jan 19, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Eugene Fontenot, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Lake Charles, LA. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Rapides Regional Medical Center and West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

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

  • Lsu Div-charity Hospital

    Internship Hospital
  • Lsu Health Sciences Center New Orleans School Of Medicine

    Medical School
  • Interim Lsu Public Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1982
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology®
Obstetrics & Gynecology
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Dr. Fontenot is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

    Read our methodology

    Locations

    Practice

    OB/GYN Associates L.L.C.4150 Nelson Rd Bldg A Lake Charles, LA 70605
    1

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • CHRISTUS Ochsner Lake Area Hospital

      4200 Nelson Rd
      Lake Charles, LA 70605
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      View all awards

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

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      84%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      8% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • CHRISTUS Ochsner Saint Patrick Hospital

      524 Doctor Michael Debakey Dr
      Lake Charles, LA 70601
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

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

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      80%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital

      701 Cypress St
      Sulphur, LA 70663
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      View all awards

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

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      82%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      7% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality