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Dr. Gustavo Fonseca, MD

Dr. Gustavo Fonseca, MD

Medical Oncology*

Dr. Gustavo Fonseca, MD is a medical oncologist in Lecanto, FL. Dr. Fonseca has extensive experience in Pancreatic Neoplasms, Skeletal System Neoplasms, and Gastrointestinal Neoplasms. He is affiliated with medical facilities HCA Florida Citrus Hospital and Tampa General Hospital Crystal River. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 71 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (71 reviews)

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute

521 N Lecanto Hwy Lecanto, FL 34461
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Fonseca specializes in the areas of Hematology & Medical Oncology. 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.
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Fonseca's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Fonseca

4.8
71 ratings, 36 with a written review
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3 star
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1 star
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He made a mistake with our mother’s treatment and admitted she would have lived longer had he initiated the proper treatment. He blamed his staff. We have his admission recorded.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Eva Bersin – Nov 23, 2024
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Did not see Dr. Fonseca this visit, was attended to by Mila who is always very caring, as all the other ARNPs are also. They are all very attentive and asking about how I feel.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Mar 06, 2024
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Staff is always friendly and professional, aprn knowledgeable, they do a great job.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Richard Ramage – Mar 06, 2024
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Very caring doctor
Always treated in a friendly & professional manner. Takes time to answer questions.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Mar 04, 2024
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Great doctor
He is very caring and compassionate. He always take time to throughly explain things to his patients in terms they understand.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Mar 01, 2024
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Everyone is warm and friendly. My visit has always been very comfortable.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Feb 22, 2024
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Outstanding and caring
Helped to put me at ease
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Dave – Feb 08, 2024
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Everything went smoothly. Dr. was very informative and made us feel good.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 08, 2024
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FC
I am only there a couple of times a year, but the last two times including last week it seemed like an entirely new staff.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Jan 31, 2024
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Trust and respect.
I totally trust and respect Dr Fonseca. His knowledge and experience as an oncologist reassure me. He cares.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Charlotte – Jan 26, 2024
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Wonderful doctor with amazing bedside manner!
Dr Fonseca is a wonderful doctor! He helped me by finding my two Leiden Factor genetic anomalies and by doing that he saved my life. Dr Fonseca LISTENS. He takes time to explain things so I understand exactly what’s happening to me and what to do about it! Whenever I get put in the hospital, I tell the nurse as soon as she checks me in that there are 2 doctors that are imperative to call 1)Dr Fonseca and #2 my pulmonologist! If you have blood disorders or cancer, I highly recommend Dr Fonseca and Florida Cancer Specialists!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Wonderful doctor and staff – Jan 26, 2024
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Excellent Care
Friendly people, caring people and professional people
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Jan 19, 2024
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First visit
Staff is friendly,efficient and very professional. Dr Fonseco is a very caring professional. Takes a lot of interest in your individual situation. Covers a lot of ground to be sure he is getting what he needs to go forward with best treatment protocols.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Michael O – Jan 17, 2024
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Very caring staff
The whole staff is wonderful. Dr Fonseca always makes me feel he cares and takes time to listen to whatI have to say
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Randy – Jan 12, 2024
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Takes time to talk and explain
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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Dec 14, 2023
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Everything turned out okay, I had no problems when I was there.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 06, 2023
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The staff was extremely professional, came on time, and very well liked. I was impressed with the whole situation, especially Dr. Fonseca.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 20, 2023
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The parking is the worst thing. You need more parking spots or book fewer appointments. Multiple times with no parking.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 17, 2023
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I was very satisfied.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 17, 2023
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Just want you to know that everybody over there at the Florida Cancer Specialists is great. I`m glad I came there.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 10, 2023
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care philosophy

At Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute you will find experienced and compassionate doctors you can trust to treat your unique cancer. Our physicians share a passion for delivering exceptional and personalized care for all forms of cancer...read more

biography

Dr Fonseca is deeply committed to the practice of oncology and has had extensive community research experience, which he brought to FCS in 2013. As Medical Director of the FCS Clinical Research Program, appointed in April 2021, he is engaged in...read more
  • Medical Oncology

  • Hematology

  • Hematology & Oncology

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Hematology
Medical Oncology
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Locations

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute

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Affiliated Hospitals

  • HCA Florida Citrus Hospital

    502 W Highland Blvd
    Inverness, FL 34452
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

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

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    70%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Tampa General Hospital Crystal River

    6201 N Suncoast Blvd
    Crystal River, FL 34428

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

    79%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% lower than the national average

    68%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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