Ernest Fontecha, MD
Internal Medicine

4.9 out of 5,
New patient visits
TGMG North Riverview
3140 South Falkenburg Road, Suite 302
Riverview, FL 33578
Phone
813-660-6400Fax
813-660-6699
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Languages
English
Age groups seen
Newborns (0-28 days)
Infants and Toddlers (ages 0-2)
Children (ages 3-11)
Adolescents (ages 12-18)
Adults
Geriatrics
Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine - -
Verified Reviews
The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
4.9 out of 5
386 ratings,
76 reviews
3/25/2026
Both Ernest and Iris were very good and responsive.
3/24/2026
Excellent doctor listened to me with patience and professionalism, much admired for his work
3/15/2026
Excellent
3/6/2026
Dr. Fontecha is fabulous! I am very glad I chosen him to continue my care since my PCP left. I was so very worried about having to change providers, but Dr. Fontecha is wonderful
3/5/2026
A1 service.
2/19/2026
What an exceptional experience from this physician. He was thorough, caring, was not in a hurry to get to another room. One of the best doctor visits I've ever experienced.
1/26/2026
Dr. Fontecha it's very clear and precise and answering questions and helping me understand what's going on in my body. I would recommend him to anyone he's fantastic.
1/23/2026
I didn't inform Dr. Of my occupational activities. He Couldn't make a good assessment of how my physical condition affects my ability to work my occupation. He's very. Professional and respectful.
1/22/2026
Dr Fontecha is a very caring man, he explains everything in layman's term.
1/12/2026
Recommendation from the Dr was extremely helpful and provided much relief for my Mom's condition.
12/24/2025
Dr. Fontenesca (?sp) was wonderful!!
12/21/2025
My care provider Dr. Fontecha demonstrated top professionalism. He is very thorough and demonstrates concern.
12/16/2025
First time that I've seen this primary care doctor. Seems to be very good.
12/6/2025
Dr. Fontecha was very efficient, he knew exactly what to do to resolve my issue.
12/5/2025
Dr. Fontecha is awesome! I would recommend him to anyone. I was a client of Dr. Wallace's, and am very glad Dr. Fontecha has agreed to take over my care!
11/19/2025
This was my new patient visit to get established with Dr Fontecha's practice. I was impressed with the time Dr Fontecha took with me. He asked detailed questions about my health history and took time to understand my concerned.
11/6/2025
Dr. Fontecha one of the best doctors I have ever seen
10/29/2025
My care provider was very helpful and genuinely cared. Thank you!
10/26/2025
He gave me options and then the opinion for on each way so I can make good knowledgeable decision on everything I needed to do. In my opinion, he's a great Doc. He cared about his patience.
10/18/2025
Good
10/16/2025
Dr. Fontecha is extremely thorough, listens, and explains in detail. I truly like his suggestions.
10/11/2025
Good!!!
10/11/2025
I really like Dr. Fontecha, he is a listener, very knowledgeable who listen and answers/explain my concerns and encourages me to have a better health.
10/10/2025
Dr. Fontecha is very nice and I enjoy having him as my primary care physician. Any questions I have he is able to answer and any concerns I have, he helps with or refers me to someone who can. I was nervous about some of my test results and he assured me that they were normal and the progress I have made in 6 months is good.
10/9/2025
I love Dr. Fontecha. He always truly listens and knows my concerns and fears. His compassion and knowledge makes me want to recommend him to all my friends.
10/6/2025
I will recommend Dr Fontecha to my family & friends.
10/3/2025
Highly recommend
10/3/2025
Dr. Fontecha is a great provider!
9/24/2025
Very professional
9/23/2025
Excellent service and professional
9/14/2025
Dr. Fontecha was wonderful. This was my first visit with him. I think I am going to like him very much! He was very exact, very honest, and very open to discussion when talking about my history and continued care.
9/13/2025
My experience was great. The staff was extremely professional and courteous
9/6/2025
Excellent
9/6/2025
This was my first visit with Dr. Fontecha. Previous pt of Dr. Wallace. I loved Dr. Fontecha's attitude, his mannerism, and his concern t words my overall health! I am sure I am going to like being one of his clients!
9/6/2025
Good
9/3/2025
I sm very pleased with my doctor. I am thankful that you hired an excellent staff.
8/28/2025
Dr. Ernest Fontecha is an excellent physician. He is extremely knowledgeable.
8/23/2025
The issue is I felt rushed during the appointment. I knowhe was running late, but it felt like it came at my expense. What we went over was very good, but I have a number of health issues and I had time to ask only one of my three questions.
8/22/2025
Extremely good doctor, passionate about his job, explained and showed diagrams of my issues. Asked if I had any questions and ensured I knew what were my next steps
8/22/2025
Very good
8/14/2025
I am extremely pleased with my new physician team.
8/13/2025
Dr. Fontecha is always very thorough and answers all my medical questions.
7/28/2025
Dr Ernesto Fontecha is very professional, informative, and discusses a care plan with me
7/20/2025
Good
7/20/2025
Dr. Fontecha has amazing bedside manner and truly cares about me and my wellbeing. He listens and discusses the best course of action for my treatments.
7/19/2025
Dr. Fontecha is the best!
7/15/2025
He explains everything, very professional.
7/12/2025
Doctor Ernest Fontecha is the best physician I have seen in America. I'm really happy to have him as my primary doctor.
7/11/2025
Muy bueno todo
7/3/2025
Doctor Fontecha is very nice and very professional in his work towards the patient. He listens and cares of my concern
7/3/2025
Doctor Fontecha is super nice and very professional in his work with the patient . Most important is he cares and listens.
6/30/2025
Dr. Fontecha is a gem of a person,. He is man of great patience, understanding and talks to the point with the apt advise. I am right about my decision of choosing him as my PCP.
6/30/2025
The provider was great took the time to explain everything in detail. He was very knowledgeable and addressed all my concerns
6/28/2025
Dr. Fontecha has always made sure to give me the attention and care I need. He's been an advocate for my health and has coordinated with my other medical team to ensure my overall well-being. Dr. Fontecha has also expedited the resolution of several issues, such as obtaining test results and scheduling appointments.
6/26/2025
Professional staff. 100% committed and dedicated. Very kind and helpful
6/20/2025
Can't say enough good things about the doctor and staff!
6/19/2025
Provider was very attentive and provided me referrals that I requested.
6/12/2025
Again. The medical service is very good. I rate it highly. If and when you can get to the doctor the services are above average. Once you are in the medical room things are great.
6/7/2025
Dr. Foncheta was amazing. He did not make me feel rushed, and uh I spent time with me going over everything.I feel it was a very thorough first visit.I am excited to have him as my new primary care doctor
6/7/2025
Dr Fontecha is truly awesome, no exaggeration! I saw him first about six months ago for my physical and I was so impressed, so I requested him to be my primary care provider. I saw him yesterday for my follow up and it was a great visit, I was very pleased! Dr Fontecha is very knowledgeable and a great communicator. His care is top notch and genuinely caring. I work in clinical research and I am in healthcare dealing with doctors, faculty and nurses in daily basis. I am super lucky to have Dr Fontecha as my doctor. He's a brilliant doctor!
6/5/2025
El Dr Fontecha, es muy profesional, preocupado y brinda una atenci?n de calidad
6/3/2025
Good
5/29/2025
The only thing I can say is, I wish I would have met Doctor Fontecha sooner. He is extremely knowledgeable, thorough, and patient. As the former CEO of surgery centers where I hired many doctors, I would recommend him to anyone.
5/23/2025
Good experience
5/23/2025
First time ever, that a physician goes over itemized results of my blood works
5/8/2025
All good
5/6/2025
Dr Fontecha was very thorough explaining my blood results and other concerns. Very good bedside manner. Have already recommended to a friend.
4/30/2025
I had a very pleasant visit
4/26/2025
Outstanding primary physician ... The best I have ever had.
4/26/2025
Dr Fontecha is very knowledgeable and super nice. Thanks to him I'm not in pain anymore.
4/24/2025
Good
4/24/2025
Always have a beautiful smile on her face and easy to talk to.
4/24/2025
I was very impressed with both the Doctor and the his assistant.
4/20/2025
I'm not sure I would recommend this location overall. I thought the doctor and nurses were very good. But the overall experience was so poor. I don't know that I would recommend it to anyone I know.
4/18/2025
Good
4/17/2025
Excellent
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TGMG North Riverview
3140 South Falkenburg Road, Suite 302 Riverview, FL 33578

