Martha Fernandez, MD
OB-GYN
511.1 mi · 250 W Brambleton Ave, Ste 202, Norfolk, VA 23510
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At a glance
3.67 stars (1 review)
73% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 5 insurances
Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from Baylor College Of Medicine
Affiliated with Sentara Leigh Hospital
Patient review summary
3.67
The reviews of Dr. Fernandez present a mix of highly positive experiences and significant criticisms, highlighting both her strengths and areas where patients felt let down.
On the positive side, Dr. Fernandez is praised for her long-standing commitment to her patients, with some individuals having seen her for decades. Many appreciate her caring nature, thoroughness, and the trust she has built over years of dedicated service. Patients commend her for being attentive, explaining procedures clearly, and providing a comfortable environment, especially for those with specific needs, such as a patient’s daughter with intellectual disabilities. Her professionalism and deep care for her patients have left a lasting impression, with some patients even noting how she continues to care for multiple generations within the same family.
However, not all experiences were positive. Some patients reported distressing encounters where they felt ignored or mistreated. One review describes a painful and traumatic childbirth experience where Dr. Fernandez's approach during labor caused additional stress and led to complications. Another patient criticized her for performing a procedure with equipment that was known to be unsuitable, resulting in serious complications, and only informing the patient of the risks after the fact. Additionally, there are concerns about her handling of infertility issues, where a patient felt dismissed and was later diagnosed with a condition that could have been identified earlier with appropriate testing.
Furthermore, some long-term patients have noticed a decline in her availability and friendliness, possibly due to being overextended by her popularity and the demands of her personal life. While they still recommend her, they acknowledge that she may no longer provide the same level of warmth and attention as in the past.
In summary, Dr. Fernandez is highly regarded by many for her compassionate and professional care, but there are serious concerns from some patients about her handling of specific medical situations, which has led to significant dissatisfaction in those cases.
The above is a summary of provider feedback collected from external public sources.
The above is a summary of provider feedback collected from external public sources
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In-network insurances
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
UnitedHealthcare
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
UnitedHealthcare
Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Menopause symptoms
Pelvic organ prolapse
Menopause symptoms
Pelvic organ prolapse
More about Martha Fernandez, MD
Dr. Martha Fernandez is a proficient OB-GYN providing healthcare services for women at The Group for Women in Norfolk and Chesapeake, VA. She completed her bachelor’s degree at the University of Virginia and earned her medical degree from the University of Virginia Medical School. She further honed her expertise through an internship and a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Baylor College of Medicine.
She offers preventive and specialized care for women at all stages of life to ensure their reproductive health and overall well-being. Dr. Fernandez is board-certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and is an esteemed member of the same organization.
She is affiliated with Sentara Leigh Hospital, where she collaborates with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive and coordinated care for her patients. She is also a recipient of the CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification. Moreover, she has contributed to medical research with many publications, including ‘Multicystic dysplastic kidney: natural history of prenatally detected cases.’
Education & experience
Education
Baylor College Of Medicine, Residency, 1993
University Of Virginia School Of Medicine, Medical School, 1989
Affiliation
Sentara Leigh Hospital
Certifications
American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
License
VA State Medical License active through February 2026 #0101048667
Professional memberships
American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Awards and publications
CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification
Multicystic dysplastic kidney: natural history of prenatally detected cases.
Jeffrey S. Duncan, Martha T. Fernandez, Patricia L. Abbitt, Siva Thiagarajah, Stuart S. Howards
Prenatal Diagnosis. 1990-03-01
Background
Gender
Female
NPI number
#1326059643
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