Dr. Donna Rae Fontana M.D., PH. D.?
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Dr. Donna Rae Fontana M.D., PH. D., Rheumatologist
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Dr. Donna Rae Fontana M.D., PH. D.

Rheumatologist | Rheumatology

4/5(14)
7250 France Ave S Suite 215 Minneapolis MN, 55435
Rating

4/5

About

Dr. Donna Fontana is a rheumatologist practicing in Minneapolis, MN. Dr. Fontana specializes in the treatment of musculoskeletal diseases and systematic autoimmune conditions that can affect the bones, muscles or bones. Eventually, if not treated, these illnesses can also impact the skin, eyes, nervous system and internal organs. Dr. Fontana treats diseases similar to orthopedists but does not perform surgery. Often times, research is conducted to find potential alternatives for the patients illness.

Education and Training

University of Minnesota Medical School 1998

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology

Provider Details

FemaleEnglish 20 years of experience

Treatments

  • Psoriasis
  • Osteoporosis
  • Arthritis
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Lupus
  • Scleroderma
  • Pain

Dr. Donna Rae Fontana M.D., PH. D.'s Practice location

Practice At 7250 France Ave S Suite 215

7250 France Ave S Suite 215 -
Minneapolis, MN 55435
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New patients: 952-893-1959
Fax: 952-893-1954

7600 FRANCE AVE S STE 5100 -
EDINA, MN 55435
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New patients: 952-893-1959
Fax: 952-893-1954

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Patient Experience with Dr. Fontana


4.0

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Dr. Donna Rae Fontana M.D., PH. D. has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 14 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Rheumatologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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