Joan G. Fitzharris, MD | Suffolk, VA | Internist

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Dr. Joan Fitzharris is an internal medicine physician who completed her residency training at both the University of Hawaii and University of Maryland in 1991. She holds board certification in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine and provides care in English for her patients in Suffolk, Virginia.

Dr. Fitzharris practices at Sentara Family Medicine Physicians in Suffolk, Virginia. She specializes in managing chronic conditions like high blood pressure and type 2 diabetes. Her practice includes routine blood work and breast cancer screening services for her patients. Patients rate Dr. Fitzharris 4.6 out of 5 stars for her care.

Overview based on verified provider data

accepting new patients
4.6

22 Ratings
37 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
University Hawaii
6 written reviews
1 specialty
7 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 office location
Female

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Joan Fitzharris' Ratings and Reviews

4.6

22 Ratings with 6 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 9 Minutes

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Dr Fitzharris has been thorough and exceptional for the 15 years she has been my PCP

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling
Saw me in a timely manner
Staff was courteous

May 2nd, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Medical team, the best!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling
Saw me in a timely manner
Staff was courteous

March 27th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Fitzharris is a caring, capable, and great doctor. She takes all the time needed to discuss my health needs. She remembers my history and researches whatever she needs to find out about any meds or treatments that will work for my needs. She has even phoned me to check up on me and to tell me of a medication the she thinks might be a good fit for me.

September 17th, 2016

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She spends time with you and looks over your records, explaining things and giving recommendations. Orders appropriate tests.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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October 2nd, 2015

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Dr. Fitzharris is an excellent physician. She is concerned about my health, she spends time to explain things to me, and you really see her trying to untangle the "web" that is my health. I am thankful that God directed me to her. May God give her wisdom as she uses His gifts to help people.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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August 30th, 2015

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I am an "ALMOST" Sr. Citizen (61 yrs. old) and have been a patient of Dr. Fitzharris for 3 years. She is thorough and she follows-up, but more than that, she is genuine. She is caring and spends as much time as I need to discuss my health issues. You won't regret seeing her.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

April 7th, 2011

Sentara Family Medicine Physicians

3920A Bridge Rd Ste 207Suffolk, VA 23435

Tel: (757) 983-2200

Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

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Joan G. Fitzharris, MD	Dr. Chethana V Rao, MD	Dr. Janice E. Mcmillan, MD	Dr. Anshu Verma, MD
Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.6 (22 Ratings)	4.1 (22 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)	5 (1 Rating)
	32 Years of Experience	11 Years of Experience	16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Suffolk , VA	Fairfax , VA	Fairfax , VA	Richmond , VA
	Med School: Bangalore Med Coll Bangalore Univ Bangalore India	Med School: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Internal Medicine

Check-up
Heartburn
Immunization
Physical
Vaccination
Weight Loss
Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Joan G. Fitzharris holds an expired medical license in the state of Virginia. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Virginia that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Hawaii in 1991 and University MD in 1991.

NPI Number

Joan G. Fitzharris' NPI number is 1558332932.

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