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Dr. Gaston Ponte, MD

Dr. Gaston Ponte, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Gaston Ponte, MD is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in Melbourne, FL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Ponte has extensive experience in Thyroid Disorders and Osteoporosis & Screening. He graduated from University Catolica De Santiago in 2002. He is affiliated with medical facilities Viera Hospital and Holmes Regional Medical Center. He is not accepting new patients.

3.2 Star Rating
Based on 55 reviews 3.2 Star Rating (55 reviews)

Health First's Holmes Regional Medical Center

1223 Gateway Dr Melbourne, FL 32901
Telehealth available

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(321) 725-4500

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Ponte is affiliated with Viera Hospital Melbourne, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Ponte specializes in the areas of Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology, Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology, Internal Medicine & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Ponte's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ponte

3.2

55 ratings, 26 with a written review
5 Star
51%
51%
4 Star
4%
4%
3 Star
2%
2%
2 Star
2%
2%
1 Star
42%
42%

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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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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DISSATISFIED – Mar 14, 2025
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
4 people found this helpful
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Jul 02, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Apr 18, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
4 people found this helpful
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Mary Roberts – Oct 04, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dec 16, 2022
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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 people found this helpful
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Jun 03, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
5 people found this helpful
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Sep 10, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Gina – Jul 28, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Zoe – Aug 15, 2019
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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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sean in Satellite Beach, FL – Feb 27, 2019
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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
5 people found this helpful
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Lloyd Eukers III in Palm Bay, FL – Feb 01, 2019
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jose Segarra in Melbourne, FL – Dec 07, 2018
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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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Morris Meyer in Melbourne, FL – Oct 01, 2018
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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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Tom in Merritt Island, FL – Sep 13, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Kali Ladnier in FL – Sep 01, 2018
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • 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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Melbourne – Jun 14, 2018
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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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Steve in Jensen Beach – Jan 11, 2018
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What went well
  • 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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Lorena Z. in West Palm Beach, FL – Jun 05, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • 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
12 people found this helpful
Helpful
Ramon Nieves in Palm Bay, FL – May 03, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Melbourne, FL – Sep 22, 2016
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About Me

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Dr. Gaston Ponte, MD is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in Melbourne, FL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Ponte has extensive experience in Thyroid Disorders and Osteoporosis & Screening. He graduated from University...read more

  • Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Northwestern Memorial Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Christ Hospital & Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2010

  • University Catolica De Santiago

    Medical School, 2002
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
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Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology
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Internal Medicine
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology
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Internal Medicine
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Locations

Health First's Holmes Regional Medical Center

Health First1223 Gateway Dr Melbourne, FL 32901
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Viera Hospital

    8745 N Wickham Rd
    Melbourne, FL 32940
    Recipient of 6
    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.

    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

  • Holmes Regional Medical Center

    1350 Hickory St
    Melbourne, FL 32901
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    71%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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