Dr. Allen Fonseca, MD
Orthopedic Surgeon
1396 N. Waterman, Suite 110, San Bernardino, CA 92404
At a glance
Accepts 7 insurances
Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from University of Florida
Works at Allen Fonseca
5 office locations
Affiliated with Temple Community Hospital
Monrovia Memorial Hospital and 1 more
5.00
3 reviews
Bedside manner
5.0
Wait time
3.7
Recent reviews
I have been a patient for 14 years. He did a surgery for my lower back. The wait is long but it is worth it. Sometime over an hr. He spends time with his patients.
More than 1 year agoJC
Office locations
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1396 N. Waterman, Suite 110, San Bernardino, CA, 92404
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12446 E. Whittier Blvd, Whittier, CA, 90605
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In-network insurances
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
Popular visit reasons
Back Problems
Hand Problems
Knee Problems
Orthopedic Consultation
Orthopedic Follow Up
Spine Deformation / Scoliosis
Sports Injury
Wrist Problems
Back Problems
Hand Problems
Knee Problems
Orthopedic Consultation
More about Dr. Allen Fonseca, MD
Dr. Fonseca was born in the United States Virgin Islands where he completed high school in 1975. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree from Florida State University (FSU) in Tallahassee, FL in 1979. He was a member of Alpha Chi Chemistry Fraternity and Kappa Alpha Psi Social Fraternity in college. Dr. Fonseca was one of a select few students to ever teach and be responsible for final grades in an undergraduate class at Florida State University while still himself an undergraduate student. Dr Fonseca did research on Lupus in the biochemistry department at F.S.U. through a Cancer Society Grant. He researched photochemistry in the organic chemistry department at F.S.U. through an Eastman Kodak Grant. He attended medical school at the University of Florida in Gainesville, FL and received his MD. In 1984. . He completed two years of General Surgery at Wright State University Affiliated Hospitals in Dayton, Ohio in 1986. Dr. Fonseca then spent a year at the E.I. Du-Pont Institute in Wilmington DE where he researched spinal impaction trauma and muscle atrophy. For his work in spinal trauma he received the Russell Hibbs Award for outstanding research by The Scoliosis Research Society at their annual meeting in 1987. Dr. Fonseca graduated from Drew University’s orthopaedic program in 1991 where he was the Executive Chief Resident. During his residency he received training at Rancho Los Amigos Hospital, Martin Luther King Hospital, USC Medical Center, Shriner’s Hospital in Spokane, Washington, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, Orthopaedic Hospital and the Kerlan Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic.
In 1992 Dr. Fonseca completed a post-graduate fellowship in spinal surgery with Dr. Leon Wiltse a world renowned pioneer in spinal diseases, researcher and teacher. He worked at Long Beach Memorial Hospital, The Veteran’s Hospital Medical Center in Long Beach and UCI Medical Center during his post graduate training. The following year he entered private practice. He remained on staff as attending physician at UCI Medical Center and the Veteran’s Hospital Medical Center until 1997. Dr. Fonseca became Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS) in 1995 and became a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery (AAOS) in 1996. Dr. Fonseca was re-certified (ABOS) in 2005 and is certified though 2015.
Dr. Fonseca is a member of the North American Spine Society (NASS). Dr. Fonseca has presented at the AAOS annual meeting, the NASS annual meeting, International Society for Study of the Lumbar Spine (ISSLS), American back society, various resident teaching and grand rounds. In November 2005 he presented a discussion on Artificial Disc Replacement at the California Association of Occupational Health Nurses annual meeting in San Francisco, CA.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - University of Florida
Wright State University (General Surgery)
Practice
Allen Fonseca
Affiliation
Temple Community Hospital
Monrovia Memorial Hospital
Rancho Specialty Hospital
Certifications
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Professional memberships
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
North American Spine Society
California Association of Orthodontists
Awards and publications
Familial Osteochondritis Dissecans
Background
Languages spoken
English
Spanish
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1275691586
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
3.67
Bedside manner
5.00
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3 reviews
Most relevant
Very positive
More than 1 year agoDW
I have been a patient for 14 years. He did a surgery for my lower back. The wait is long but it is worth it. Sometime over an hr. He spends time with his patients.
More than 1 year agoJC
More than 1 year agoJJ
Which hospital is Dr. Allen Fonseca affiliated with?
Dr. Allen Fonseca is affiliated with Temple Community Hospital, Monrovia Memorial Hospital, and Rancho Specialty Hospital.
What practice does Dr. Allen Fonseca work with?
Dr. Allen Fonseca works with Allen Fonseca.
Where is Dr. Allen Fonseca's office located?
Dr. Allen Fonseca has 5 office locations, including in Whittier, San Bernardino, Bakersfield, Fresno, and San Diego, view full addresses on Dr. Fonseca's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Allen Fonseca have?
Dr. Allen Fonseca is certified by American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Allen Fonseca?
Dr. Allen Fonseca frequently sees patients for Hand Problems, Knee Problems, Orthopedic Consultation, Spine Deformation / Scoliosis , and Sports Injury. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Allen Fonseca on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Allen Fonseca speak?
Dr. Allen Fonseca speaks English and Spanish.
How do patients rate Dr. Allen Fonseca in reviews?
3 patients have reviewed Dr. Allen Fonseca. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 3.67/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.