Douglas Pinto, MD

I have been a patient of Dr. Douglas Pinto for years, probably starting somewhere in the late 70's or early 80's. Since Dr. Pinto has started the MDVIP system he is able to take the quality time to treat each patient to the full extent that is needed. I don't feel rushed anymore when I need to be at his office for an appointment, but I try to have my questions handy as not to waste his time. Dr. Pinto is very thorough in ways for me to stay healthy. He seems to know what vitamins do the best for me. I like to eat the foods that add good health to my body instead of taking harsh medicines that have so many side effects. I am 81 years young and only take at this time an antacid pill before breakfast and I appreciate Dr. Pinto for allowing me to take this journey instead of being stuck with harsh pills. My health has never been better. I am not entirely against medicines when needed, but if there is a healthier way to solve a problem I will stick to it. My LDL was lowered immensely recently because of the healthy way that I eat and that Dr. Pinto allowed me to use the way of keeping healthy. I truly thank Dr. Douglas Pinto for his excellent and kind manner and his expertise in solving problems. I thank the LORD for him.

Dr. Pinto has helped me stay safe and feel a little less anxious with my medical visits. Both are very important to me. Guiding me to get the flu, covid19 and RSV shots timely, have kept me safe from those serious illnesses. The first time I met Dr. Pinto I expressed how much I liked my prior physician, Dr. Gallager. Dr. Pinto enlighten me to know he was a colleague with Dr. Gallager at Maiden Choice years ago and even showed me a picture of them together with the medical team. That helped me feel more comfortable right away. When he insisted I get a colonoscopy, that I really didn’t want to get, he made me feel more at ease sharing that Dr. Abernathy was also his doctor. So how could I go wrong?

Most importantly, the colonoscopy results found a cancerous polyp. Finding it early made all the difference. There’s no question a delay would have had much more serious consequences. Attached is the picture of my wife Jane and I enjoying Thanksgiving out at the local restaurant Mathews this past November… Just two weeks after determining I remain cancer free a year later.

Super doctor for sure.

We have known our doctor, Doug Pinto for many years as a friend and valued physician. He always takes time with us to discuss our situation. If we have questions he gets right back with a clear answer and practical solution. Many years ago, our church band was having a rehearsal and Doug was our drummer at the time. He and some other medical people were preparing to go on a mission trip. They had gathered supplies for the trip, some of which were in our rehearsal space. At that time, my wife was suffering from migraine headaches. Looking at the supplies I found something that indicated it was for headaches.
I asked Doug if these meds would help with Candy's painful episodes. Giving us some samples we discovered the tremendous relief that those meds offered my wife. I will never forget that gesture as long as I live. And he continues to be that kind of friend and physician to our needs as we age.

I went to see Dr. Pinto because of a bad ear infection. He prescribed an antibiotic which I was taking for several days. I then found out I had to fly to Florida the next Monday. Being concerned about flying I called Dr. Pinto on a Sunday and he agreed to meet me at 7:30 AM Monday morning to determine if I could get on my 11:30 AM flight. Giving me the green light, I flew without any issues and peace of mind. Thank you for going above and beyond Dr. Pinto.