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Dr. Mark Bessette, MD

Dr. Mark Bessette, MD

Family Medicine*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Mark Bessette, MD is a family medicine physician in Avondale, AZ and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Minnesota Medical School in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Abrazo Central and Abrazo West Campus. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 101 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (101 reviews)

Abrazo Medical Group - Goodyear

3125 N Dysart Rd Avondale, AZ 85392
Telehealth available
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Dr. Bessette's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bessette

4.8
101 ratings, 76 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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1 star
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BEST DOCTOR EVER
I recently had my first appointment with Dr. Bessette, and I couldn't be happier. He is incredibly understanding and attentive, taking the time to listen to my concerns with genuine care. His respectful demeanor made me feel comfortable and valued as a patient. I'm truly grateful to have him as my new primary doctor!
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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Cruz – Oct 22, 2024
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He is Uninvolved As A Primary Care Doctor
His clerk interferes with his patients via phone and patient portal and she blocks any attempt to let him know she is the one deciding what medications are prescribed to patients and what medical procedures he has ordered. He doesn't know his patients are unable to correspond with him because she blocks all communications between the doctor and the patient. There is something wrong when a member of his office staff decides what patient he will see. Recommend another primary care doctor not in Abrazo.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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B Sanders – Oct 11, 2024
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I was a patient of Dr Bessette in Tucson,Az for over 25 years. Best Dr I’ve ever had. Caring, knowledgeable, and great interaction. He has since left the area and I’m very very upset with that. Haven’t found a Dr to replace him yet.
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
  • Long wait times
8 others found this helpful
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Stephanie Volonino – Jan 06, 2022
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Unfortunately I haven't had the pleasure of meeting Dr. Bessette because his staff canceled my appointment without even informing me. After waiting 3 weeks for my scheduled appointment with Dr. Bessette I show up 30 minutes before my appointment. The receptionist informs me Dr. Bessette isn't in today. "That's odd" I reply, "because I have an appointment with him today." She looks up my information and confirms that I did indeed have an appointment. "Well we called all his appointments and canceled them" she says without any hint of an apology. I checked my voicemail and missed calls just to be sure and there was absolutely no notice from them. In an era of email, text and patient portals there is absolutely no reason they cant communicate in a more professional manner. They also informed me the next appointment they could offer me with any dr was another 3 weeks out. To leave a patient suffering with extreme pain for 6 weeks is under no circumstances acceptable.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
8 others found this helpful
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Levi – Jul 27, 2021
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Dr. Basette was very professional and listened to me without rushing me out. He made sure that all of my questions were answered. I would definitely recommend him of you are looking for a PCP.
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
5 others found this helpful
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Mar 11, 2021
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IT WAS GREAT. I FINALLY GOT A DR. IN MR BESSETTE THAT LISTENS TO WHAT IS AILING ME AND NOT JUST FOCUS ON ONE PROBLEM. THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR ADDRESSING MY HEALTH ISSUES. LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING YOU AGAIN.
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
  • Long wait times
5 others found this helpful
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Mar 10, 2021
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He was a good listener and very affirming.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Maria – Mar 09, 2021
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Dr. Bessette is a wonderful doctor. He's caring and knowledgeable. He is someone I trust very much. He's the best!!
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
3 others found this helpful
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Marcia M – Mar 02, 2021
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Friendly, efficient and professional.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Dean – Feb 27, 2021
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Dr. Bessette was incredibly patient, kind and knowledgeable. Great experience seeing him and getting help.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Feb 26, 2021
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Quick and easy.
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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E David Quammen – Feb 13, 2021
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Mark Bessette has been my Dr for over 20 yrs and has always been honest, patient, kind and even warm and friendly! His relationship with his healing work is ethical, knowledge based and encompasses standard MD as well as alternative and more natural pathways. I have only high praise for him and will miss him as he moves away from Tucson.
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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Beth Jonquil – Jan 16, 2021
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I love Dr. Bessette. He has been my Doctor for years and am sad that he is moving.
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 30, 2020
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The entire staff is very welcoming and attentive. EXCEPTIONAL! Dr Bessette was thorough and wonderful as always. I made a very good choice years ago choosing him as my PCP .
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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Richard – Dec 14, 2020
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very easy to schedule an appointment and the doctor visit was very good doctor is very knowledgeable help me right away
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Dec 12, 2020
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Dr. Bessette has been my (and our) family doctor for 25 years. He always takes time to listen, is flexible in diagnostic approaches, and always explains thoroughly.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Michaele – Dec 08, 2020
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Staff greeted me pleasantly and efficiently. Clinic was Covid aware with safety measures. Dr Bessette thorough and helpful. Pleased to be able to have labs right on site.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Marina Ghaly – Dec 08, 2020
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Dr. Bessette helped me on a number of levels today.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Kris Schaefer Rogers – Nov 28, 2020
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Mark has always responded to my wide-ranging questions and concerns with excellent referrals and suggestions.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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CHARLES LEARNED – Nov 26, 2020
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Very nice doctor and well organized. Office easy to get in and get out.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
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TC – Nov 13, 2020
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Dr Carter is a cum laude graduate of the University of Florida with a bachelor s degree in nutritional sciences At UF he excelled as a student leader His superior campus and community involvement allowed him to receive the highest student recognition...read more
  • Family Medicine

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  • University Of Minnesota Affiliated Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1989
  • St Johns

    Internship Hospital, 1987
  • University Of Minnesota Medical School

    Medical School, 1986
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American Board of Family Medicine®
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    Abrazo Medical Group - Goodyear

    Abrazo Medical Group - Goodyear3125 N Dysart Rd Avondale, AZ 85392
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