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Dr. Gaston Ponte, MD

Dr. Gaston Ponte, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Gaston Ponte, MD is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in Melbourne, FL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Ponte has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening and Thyroid Disorders. He graduated from University Catolica De Santiago in 2002. He is affiliated with medical facilities Viera Hospital and Holmes Regional Medical Center. He is not accepting new patients.

3.2 Star Rating
Based on 55 reviews 3.2 Star Rating (55 reviews)

Health First's Holmes Regional Medical Center

1223 Gateway Dr Melbourne, FL 32901
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Ponte is affiliated with Viera Hospital Melbourne, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Ponte specializes in the areas of Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology, Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology, Internal Medicine & Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Ponte's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ponte

3.2
55 ratings, 26 with a written review
5 star
51%
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4 star
4%
4%
3 star
2%
2%
2 star
2%
2%
1 star
42%
42%

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It is very hard to get anyone on the phone or return a phone call. My husband had often had lapses in medication from this. His numbers are still off, and there seems to be no resolution.
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
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DISSATISFIED – Mar 14, 2025
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Awful
Their office is a nightmare ! That’s all I have to say wow they literally ghosted me I haven’t even gotten a chance to talk to this guy and I have Cushing disease
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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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Jul 02, 2024
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OMG
Doctor does not care, condescending, rude........this is just a business to him. Good luck on getting test results in a timely matter. So far he has not help to find what's wrong with me. Tests that should have been done have not. Good luck getting someone on the phone.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Apr 18, 2024
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Very disappointed ! Was supposed to have hospital follow up week of 10/2/23. When I called the office was told appointment was on 10/18. That appointment was already scheduled with his assistant—-not follow up!! But they would do nothing!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
4 others found this helpful
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Mary Roberts – Oct 04, 2023
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AWFUL
Dr. Ponte was my mom's doctor for over 2 years and he was absolutely awful. Yet all these GPs want to recommend him over and over. He didn't even know who my mom was or any of the tests he had "ordered" for her. He does not care about his patients at all. Period. Horrid 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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Dec 16, 2022
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Knowledgeable
Dr Ponte is very good. He has timely appointments, great explanations and good customer service.
What went well
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
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Jun 03, 2022
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I had a visit with Dr. Ponte today, one of his helpers, Mary, was nasty and rude to me. I have never felt so disrespected in my life. She practically accused me of being a drug addict. Unfortunately I can’t change doctors because I have Health First insurance, but if you have a choice please find another doctor. Dr. Ponte is very good but to feel humiliated but a woman as old as me is very upsetting.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
5 others found this helpful
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Sep 10, 2021
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Yesterday my mother got a call from one of Dr. Ponte’s staff, I won’t give her name but her initials were (MK) she was very rude to my mom she kept banging the phone in my moms ear either on a desk or something with metal but whatever it was it was very inappropriate. I have reported the same staff member before but it’s clear nothing has been done. My mom will not be going back to see Dr. Ponte as long as he keeps this same medical assistant, it’s sad to because Dr. Ponte is a great doctor but when your mother is treated horrible by staff you have to do what’s best for her.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
3 others found this helpful
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Gina – Jul 28, 2021
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He doesn’t care about patients. I’ve had to call to get my own lab work done, had to fight with the staff when my medication isn’t correct and when I’m finally seen he rushes through the appointment and does not follow up. Even when labs come back abnormal.
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
5 others found this helpful
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Zoe – Aug 15, 2019
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Highly recommend! I was referred to Dr. Ponte and I am so happy to be working with such an intelligent Dr. to figure out what is going on with me. He takes his time, explains things very well and is very curious. I would highly recommended.
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
5 others found this helpful
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Sean in Satellite Beach, FL – Feb 27, 2019
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Continues to be an extremely competent physician and has been for the several years I have known him!
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
5 others found this helpful
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Lloyd Eukers III in Palm Bay, FL – Feb 01, 2019
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Excellent doctor; caring for their patients, and willing to walk the extra mile, when needed. However, the staff lack of communication ressponse when patient need to communicate with the doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
5 others found this helpful
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Jose Segarra in Melbourne, FL – Dec 07, 2018
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He is a very caring doctor. He takes time to listen to you. His staff is really nice and helpful. I would recommend him highly!
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
6 others found this helpful
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Morris Meyer in Melbourne, FL – Oct 01, 2018
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Dr Ponte is an excellent physician. Very knowledgeable and takes the time to explain diagnosis and treatment options. Highly recommend.
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
6 others found this helpful
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Tom in Merritt Island, FL – Sep 13, 2018
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Don’t waste your time!
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
4 others found this helpful
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Kali Ladnier in FL – Sep 01, 2018
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Blood sugars above 400 and no help from this Doctor or staff. I have had to self treat and get a private nurse. I got a referral to a new doctor because of this Doctor's lack of care. Also, the doctor usually has you see another incompetent staff member instead of him for appointments.
What went well
  • Wait times
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
4 others found this helpful
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Melbourne – Jun 14, 2018
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First time a doctor took me in BEFORE my appointment time. Extremely caring and wonderful staff. I had to drive an hour and a half due to insurance and they made sure to squeeze me in for lab and radiology so I wouldn't have to come back. Doctor's "bedside manner" was the best I've ever experienced. Broke thinks down into simple explanations and gave a reasoned way ahead. Doctor's appointment, lab work, and ultrasound in less than an hour. The way doctor's visits should be!!!!!
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
5 others found this helpful
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Steve in Jensen Beach – Jan 11, 2018
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Promptness, dedication, assertiveness, kindness, preciseness, knowledgeableness, and helpfulness are some of Gaston Ponte’s skills. He has helping me since day one with my condition’s journey. Also, his team answers my requests on time and they are available for all my questions. I highly recommend Dr. Ponte as endocrinologist and physician.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
6 others found this helpful
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Lorena Z. in West Palm Beach, FL – Jun 05, 2017
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My experience with this clinic was horrible. My purpose for the visit was because I have a tumor on my right adrenal gland. My first issue with this doctor was that my appointment was at 10 and I had to wait an eternity to see him. Second, he comes rushing as if he was running a marathon. During that quick session he is arguing with me that I have high blood pressure when my records clearly state that I don't have high blood pressure. His final diagnosis was that I have hyperglycemia, hypertensi
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • 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
12 others found this helpful
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Ramon Nieves in Palm Bay, FL – May 03, 2017
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Dr. Ponte took time and listened to me, and asked a lot of questions. He was extremely thorough. He is very knowledgeable.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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Melbourne, FL – Sep 22, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Gaston Ponte, MD is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in Melbourne, FL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Ponte has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening and Thyroid Disorders. He graduated from University...read more
  • Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Northwestern Memorial Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Christ Hospital & Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2010
  • University Catolica De Santiago

    Medical School, 2002
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology
Internal Medicine
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology
Internal Medicine
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Locations

Health First's Holmes Regional Medical Center

Health First1223 Gateway Dr Melbourne, FL 32901
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Viera Hospital

    8745 N Wickham Rd
    Melbourne, FL 32940
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Holmes Regional Medical Center

    1350 Hickory St
    Melbourne, FL 32901
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    71%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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