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Dr. Robert Fontana, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 62
Dr. Robert Fontana, MD
3.1 (11 Ratings)

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Dr. Robert Fontana, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Ann Arbor, MI.
Dr. Robert Fontana, MD
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Dr. Robert Fontana, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 62
Ann Arbor, MI
Accepting new patients
36 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Robert Fontana, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Ann Arbor, MI.

About

Dr. Fontana graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN / ANN ARBOR. Dr. Robert Fontana, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Ann Arbor, MI and has 36 years experience. Dr. Fontana currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Bronson Methodist Hospital, McLaren Northern Michigan, Trinity Health Grand Rapids Hospital, University Hospital-University of Michigan, Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, University of Michigan Health West, Trinity Health Muskegon Hospital, Three Rivers Health and Scheurer Hospital. Dr. Fontana has experience treating conditions like Liver Damage from Alcohol, Alcoholic Cirrhosis and Cholangitis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Fontana received an average rating of 3.1/5 from patients and has been reviewed 11 times. Dr. Fontana's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Fontana is board certified in Gastroenterology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Liver Damage from Alcohol
Alcoholic Cirrhosis
Cholangitis
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Alcoholic Cirrhosis
Cholangitis
Ascites
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Biliary Cirrhosis
Cirrhosis
Hepatitis C
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
Esophageal Varices
Hepatitis B
Abdominal Pain
Alcoholic Hepatitis
Anemia
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Barrett's Esophagus
Bile Duct Obstruction
Colorectal Polyp
Constipation
Diarrhea
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Esophagitis
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastroptosis
Hemochromatosis
Hepatic Fibrosis
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Liver Damage
Malnutrition
Nausea
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Pancreatitis
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Splenomegaly
Ulcerative Colitis
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Vitamin_Deficiency
Vomiting Disorders
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Manometry
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Alcoholic Fatty Liver
Alcoholic Hepatic Failure
All Types of Food Poisoning
Anal or Rectal Pain
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Celiac Disease
Chronic Gastritis
Congenital Anomaly Bile Duct
Copper Metabolism Disorders
Crohn's Disease
Cyclical Vomiting
Cystic Fibrosis
Dehydration
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Duodenal Ulcer
Dysentery
Dysphagia
Enteritis
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Esophageal Ulcer
Food Poisoning
Gallstones
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastric Ulcer
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Gastroparesis
Heartburn
Hemorrhoids
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Hepatopulmonary Syndrome
Hepatorenal Syndrome
Hereditary Amyloidosis
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Ileus
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Indigestion
Infectious Diarrheal Disease
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Malabsorption Carbohydrate
Intestinal Obstruction
Intestinal Ulcer
Ischemic Colitis
Lactose Intolerance
Liver Abscess
Mallory-Weiss Syndrome
Mesenteric Panniculitis
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Non-Neonatal Jaundice
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Peptic Ulcer
Pernicious Anemia
Pouchitis
Proctoptosis
Rectal Prolapse
Reflux Esophagitis
Salmonella Food Poisoning
Secondary Biliary Cholangitis
Unexplained Weight Loss
Viral Enteritis
Viral Hepatitis
Viral Infection
Vitamin B12 Anemia
Bile Duct Procedure
Biliary Drainage
Colon Cancer Screening
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Endoscopy
ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
Gallbladder Scan
Hepatitis A Screening
Hepatitis B Virus Screening
Hepatitis C Virus Screening
Hepatitis Screening
Impedance Testing
Instrumental Diagnostic Evaluation for Dysphagia
Liver Biopsy
Liver Function Test
Liver Transplant
pH Probe
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Screening Colonoscopy
Ultrasound, Endoanal
Ultrasound, Esophageal
VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing

Insurance Accepted

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  • Blue Card PPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Nexus Open Access
    Options PPO
    Choice Plus POS
    Medica Choice
  • Open Choice PPO
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
    Choice Plus POS II
    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
  • Blue Cross Premier PPO
    Blue Care Network PCP Focus Network HMO
  • Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
    Curative PPO Plus
  • Choice Care PPO
    Choice POS
    Preferred PPO
    Choice Care Network PPO
  • Sparrow SPN
    PPO or EPO
  • HAP Insurance HMO
    HAP Insurance PPO
  • Open Access Plus
    Cigna PPO
  • Priority Health HMO
    Priority PPO

Locations

  1. 1 University of Michigan Medical Center
    1500 E Medical Center Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48109
  2. 2 Veterans Healthcare System
    2215 Fuller Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
  3. 3 Northville Health Center
    39901 Traditions Dr, Northville, MI 48168
  4. 4 Umhs East Ann Arbor Ambulatory Surgery Center
    4270 Plymouth Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48109
  5. 5 Regents of the University of Michigan
    7500 Challis Rd, Brighton, MI 48116

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Fontana
3.1
Based on 11 Reviews
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4 Stars (1)
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2 Stars (0)
1 Star (5)

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Aug 26, 2021
Dr. Fontana is extremely thorough and an excellent provider. I trust him with my life. He has cared for me for over 20 years. The best of the best!
Sharon L Mackovjak — Aug 26, 2021
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Specialties*
Gastroenterology
Transplant Hepatology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN / ANN ARBOR
    1988
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Gastroenterology and Transplant Hepatology
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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Robert Fontana, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Fontana's profile.

Dr. Fontana frequently treats the following conditions: Liver Damage from Alcohol, Alcoholic Cirrhosis and Cholangitis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Robert Fontana, MD is affiliated with Bronson Methodist Hospital, McLaren Northern Michigan, Trinity Health Grand Rapids Hospital, University Hospital-University of Michigan, Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, University of Michigan Health West, Trinity Health Muskegon Hospital, Three Rivers Health and Scheurer Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Robert Fontana, MD holds board certification in Gastroenterology and Transplant Hepatology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Bronson Methodist Hospital

    601 John St, Kalamazoo, MI

  • McLaren Northern Michigan

    416 Connable Ave, Petoskey, MI

  • Trinity Health Grand Rapids Hospital

    200 Jefferson Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI

  • University Hospital-University of Michigan

    1500 E Medical Center Dr, Ann Arbor, MI

  • Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital

    3601 W 13 Mile Rd, Royal Oak, MI

  • University of Michigan Health West

    5900 Byron Center Ave SW, Wyoming, MI

  • Trinity Health Muskegon Hospital

    1500 E Sherman Blvd, Muskegon, MI

  • Three Rivers Health

    701 S Health Pkwy, Three Rivers, MI

  • Scheurer Hospital

    170 N Caseville Rd, Pigeon, MI