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Dr. Matthew Fornefeld, MD

Dr. Matthew Fornefeld, MD

Ophthalmology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Matthew Fornefeld, MD is an ophthalmologist in Bloomington, IN and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from INDIANA UNIVERSITY / BLOOMINGTON in 1985. He is affiliated with IU Health Bloomington Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

481 S Landmark Ave Bloomington, IN 47403
(812) 331-8181

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Fornefeld specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Fornefeld's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Fornefeld

4.3
12 ratings, 6 with a written review
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My vision has never been very good. I am elderly and it sure was not getting any better. Dr. Fornefield did surgery on both my eyes for cataracts. I am beyond pleased. My vision is now better than I can ever remember it being. Colors are vibrant. My only regret is that I did not do it sooner.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Barbara Johnson – Mar 20, 2020
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Dr. Fornefeld was excellent! He explained things very well, was kind and considerate. I did not have to wait in the office to see him. I am very satisfied with my cataract surgery and follow up. I highly recommend Dr. Fornefeld!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 01, 2019
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He is the best at what he does, in my opinion. L.A...
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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L. Arthur in Bloomington, IN – Feb 09, 2018
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Our experience with Dr Fornefeld and his staff was exceptional! His staff was very helpful and very kind. We highly recommend this team!
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Andrew in 47558 – Apr 07, 2017
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I never got to see the doctor as I had been waiting for an hour and a half and had to leave due to other obligations. My wait time would have been 45 minutes, which is still unacceptable, but the office manager mistakenly gave my appt. to another woman. There was another patient that had to cancel his appt. that day also due to the wait time. I believe the office is in need of a competent office manager. I will not be back.
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
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Bloomington, IN – Sep 14, 2016
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I brought my elderly mom for an exam. Although the huge office complex was deserted except for various staff members, we were kept waiting for an absurd amount of time, first to be seen, then for the the doctor to appear after a different staffer had run through basic tests. Overall we were there for 2.5 hours, which is ridiculous and careless. Dr. Fornefeld was professional but distant. My mother still can't read well, so I have to have her rechecked by a different doc. I would not go back.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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Steve in Bloomington, IN – Jun 22, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Matthew Fornefeld, MD is an ophthalmologist in Bloomington, IN and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from INDIANA UNIVERSITY / BLOOMINGTON in 1985. He is affiliated with IU Health Bloomington Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • Ophthalmology

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  • Indiana University / Bloomington

    Medical School, 1985
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Clariti Inc.481 S Landmark Ave Bloomington, IN 47403
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • IU Health Bloomington Hospital

    2651 E Discovery Pkwy
    Bloomington, IN 47408
    Recipient of 6
    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

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

    2% higher than the national average

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