Dr. Debra Cantor, DO
Pediatrics*
30+ years of experience
Accepting new patients
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Dr. Debra Cantor, DO is a pediatrician in Midlothian, VA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Nova Southeastern University in 1994. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Johnston-Willis Hospital and Chippenham Hospital. She is accepting new patients.
2.5 Star Rating
Based on 36 reviews 2.5 Star Rating (36 reviews)
Locations
Swift Creek Pediatrics
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- Area of Expertise • Dr. Cantor specializes in the area of Pediatrics. See board certifications
- Practices at Top Hospital • Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
- Hospital Satisfaction • Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Cantor's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cantor
2.5
36 ratings, 16 with a written review
| 5 star | 28% | 28% |
| 4 star | 8% | 8% |
| 3 star | 6% | 6% |
| 2 star | 3% | 3% |
| 1 star | 56% | 56% |
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Dr. Cantor is the worst doctor I’ve ever met
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Wait times
What could be improved
- I didn't feel respected
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Furious mom – Jun 14, 2024
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Always there when we need her
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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T.Marshall – Aug 17, 2022
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I have been with Dr.Cantor since I moved tho Va in 2012. There was another doctor before her at St. Francis but she left and Cantor was next in line for me. At first as a new mom I thought she didn’t care to much Bcus she was so brief until I had more children and life started happening and I realized she’s str8 to point no sugar coding things very nice lady ! She doesn’t pressure you or make you feel like your less of a mom Bcus ur kid is over weight according to charts. She really is all about how you are and what you feel is best. She knows she’s a Doctor and Her role is to make sure your child is growing, answer any questions and recommends things she knowledgeable on. She’s really for you and your child. She not there to be your bestie. She’s your doctor she understands life and children. I don’t feel judged with her. I trust her and I don’t want any other doctor and she does have a sense of humor lol don’t let her fool you. She’s awesome! Get to know her you won’t regret it!
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Ebony Day – Jan 21, 2022
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She saw our newborn after birth. We didn't have issues initially, we just thought her exam was a little fast but assumed that was because she does this a lot. She seemed self assured and efficient. Until a day later when our normal pediatrician picked up on both our daughters hips being dislocated. Her self assertion and briskness
caused her to miss a very noticeable issue that we are thankful our family pediatrician caught.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Appointment was rushed
1 other person found this helpful
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Nov 07, 2020
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She saw my newborn, and I was very impressed by my conversation I had with her. She's super knowledgeable in the field. Keeps with the times for newer and better technology that she applied for our baby's needs. I'm doing the old pediatric dr for debra
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Kathleen Nelms – Sep 22, 2020
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Our daughter had some rare symptoms and Dr Cantor took action by making appointments for us with a pediatric orthopedic and rheumatologist. We were able to get in with these doctors much faster than on our own. She is thorough, gives you the info you need, but trusts you to do what you feel is best for your child. She supports our decisions to take alternative routes with our children with no pressure. I gave her four stars because we’ve only been with her for a year.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Fibro mom in Midlothian , VA – Sep 13, 2018
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Very rude, extremely sanctimonious, and terrible attitude. I would NEVER recommend this doctor to anyone. Much better options out there in close proximity.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
7 others found this helpful
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Lola Parent in Midlothian va – Feb 25, 2017
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I've been taking my 3 kids to Dr. Cantor for years. She is very caring and explains things without sugar coating. I really appreciate her being upfront, honest and patient. I think the some of the other' reviewers are from people who want sugar coating.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Sam in Richmond, VA – Jan 04, 2017
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Dr. Cantor is brisk and efficient, which some people may confuse with rudeness, but we've had her as our pediatrician for our three children (over ten years) and she has never failed to satisfy us. The practice is responsive to our emergency calls, proactively works with us to schedule FluMist vaccinations, and our children like going to see the doctor.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Edward in Midlothian, VA – Oct 01, 2016
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She is one of the rudest doctors we have have ever been to she is extremely unprofessional how office staff is horrible she needs to be reviewed by the board I think to continue practicing she is extremely unprofessional
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Office environment
- Difficult to schedule appointment
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Staff wasn't friendly
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
- Long wait times
8 others found this helpful
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Number one parent in Richmond, VA – Sep 08, 2016
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Horrible doctor's office don't care about their patients over scheduled appointments he is overbooked all the time and makes you sit there and wait or reschedule with you she is just a bad doctor
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Office environment
- Difficult to schedule appointment
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Staff wasn't friendly
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
- Long wait times
4 others found this helpful
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Richieny80 in Richmond, VA – Sep 08, 2016
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This by far is the worst pediatric facility I have ever experienced. Dr.Wilms barely gives answers about anything. My appt was at 11:45. Yes I arrived an hour early. We were taken to the back. The medical assistant said Dr.Cantor will be right with you. She was...an hour later. I told her about the wait and asked for the person in charge. She said "You're looking at her." What a joke! She spoke in such a condescending manner! UNPROFESSIONAL AND INCONSIDERATE! THIS IS NOT A PLACE FOR CHILDREN!
What went well
- Office environment
What could be improved
- Difficult to schedule appointment
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Staff wasn't friendly
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
- Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Tameka in Richmond,va – Aug 17, 2016
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My kid loves Dr, Cantor. Office is friendly & clean.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Henry H in Richmonf, VA – Aug 03, 2016
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I saw Debra Cantor today for my 14 year old son. We needed to see a doctor because we will be going on a cruise in August. My son gets car sick and I am worried that he might be getting sick on the ship. She never greeted us. She got so rude when I ask for more than 4 patches. She rolled her eyes at me and said: ?well since I don?t know nothing here, I guess I give you 8 patches? from then on she ignored me and only talked to my son. I absolutely NOT RECOMMEND her. Not going back to this office.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Office environment
- Difficult to schedule appointment
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Staff wasn't friendly
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Silke Brawley in Midlothian, VA – May 17, 2016
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I had a similar experience. The medical assistant , with her limited knowledge took the entire history. The doctor took a long time to come in, then said something really obnoxious and inflammatory. She acted as though we were being dismissed for the day until I revealed that I'm s doctor. Then she covered herself by listening to my kids chests. I cannot imagine trying to have a relationship w her in times of need. It even looked like she gave us a dirty look when we came into the office. Rude!
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Staff friendliness
What could be improved
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
- Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Feb 05, 2016
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My son and I found Dr. Cantor to be very rude and quite obnoxious. She didn't even greet us. I had asked the nurse a question about continuing my son's prescription from another doctor and she was very patronizing in her response. I'm not a doctor, but I'm also not an idiot. We will be changing practices. With so many options in the area, I see no reason to continue here. The two nurses we met, on the other hand, were both very kind and friendly.
What went well
- Wait times
What could be improved
- Office environment
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Staff wasn't friendly
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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Unhappy Mother in Midlothian, VA – Jan 20, 2016
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Dr. Debra Cantor, DO is a pediatrician in Midlothian, VA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Nova Southeastern University in 1994. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Johnston-Willis Hospital and Chippenham Hospital. She is accepting new patients.Pediatrics
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Vcu/mcv Health System
Residency HospitalAtlantic City Medical Center
Internship HospitalNova Southeastern University
Medical School, 1994
American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Pediatrics®
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- Recipient of 35
hospital awardsAmerica's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)
Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year
View all awardsAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)
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- Recipient of 28
hospital awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all awardsAmerica's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
- Recipient of 54
hospital awardsAmerica’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries
View all awardsAmerica's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)
Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries
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83%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home1% lower than the national average
78%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well2% higher than the national average
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