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Dr. Fernando R. Puente, MD - Physician in Raleigh, North Carolina

Dr. Fernando R. Puente, MD

Physician

Dermatology
Raleigh, North Carolina
NPI: 1598741894· License: 39984 (NC) verify
Industry payments (2025): $54 across 1 payment (what this means)
3.75(13 ratings)

About

Dr. Fernando R. Puente, MD is a highly-rated dermatologist specializing in both cosmetic and general dermatology in Raleigh, NC. Affiliated with Duke Raleigh Hospital and UNC REX Health Care, Dr. Puente offers a wide range of services, including tumescent liposuction and various med spa treatments. He is fluent in both English and Spanish. While specific cost information isn't available, his background includes a residency at King-Drew Medical Center, and he's recognized as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor.

Specialties

  • Physician

Procedures & Services

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Average Cost of Surgery

Healthcare costs shouldn't be a mystery. Each figure below is the average of the total costs patients reported in their own published reviews of Dr. Fernando R. Puente, with the number of reports and the years they were written. Prices are not adjusted for inflation and are not a quote: your final cost is set at consultation and depends on your specific medical needs. How we calculate these prices

Facial

$101

1 patient report · 2019

Botox

$225

1 patient report · 2021

Below typicalTypical in Raleigh: $238–$288 (median $260, 7 reports) compare ↗

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Patient Experience

Dr. Fernando R. Puente Review Summary

3.96
Dr. Puente receives a range of ratings across different platforms. He boasts a perfect 5.0 from 3 reviews on one platform and 5/5 on RealSelf. However, other sites like Healthgrades and Sharecare give him a 3.1/5, while US News rates him 4/5, and Google Reviews give him 3/5. Overall, patient experiences seem to vary.

Ratings from Other Platforms

healthgrades.com

3.1 out of 5

Based on 10 reviews

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health.usnews.com

4 out of 5

Based on 42 reviews

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sharecare.com

3.1 out of 5

Based on 10 reviews

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realself.com

5 out of 5

Based on 3 reviews

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Google Reviews

3 out of 5

Based on 2 reviews

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Dr. Fernando R. Puente, MD - Physician in Raleigh, North Carolina

Skin and Cosmetic Solutions

800 Springfield Commons Dr, Raleigh, North Carolina

(919) 876-3656

Book a Service Consultation

Each service is approximately 60 minutes.

Industry Payments

Federal law (the Physician Payments Sunshine Act) requires drug and medical-device companies to report anything of value they give to a physician — consulting and speaking fees, research funding, travel, royalties, and even meals. Medicare publishes all of it in a public database called Open Payments. We show it here so you don't have to go looking for it.

Total received (2025)

$54

Payments

1

Compared to peers

Small

Dr. Fernando R. Puente received $54 across 1 payment in 2025. That is in the lower half for physicians here — totals this size are typically meals at sponsored talks. Most of it was categorised as food and beverage, and the largest single payer was Medimetriks Pharmaceuticals, Inc..

What this means for your care

  • A disclosed payment is a business relationship, not evidence of wrongdoing, and it says nothing on its own about the quality of your care.
  • Most payments are small. Across the physicians listed on NavMDs, the single most common category is food and beverage at industry-sponsored talks.
  • Larger consulting, speaking or royalty payments mean an ongoing financial relationship with a company whose products your doctor may use or recommend. That is worth knowing about, and it is reasonable to ask about.
  • A fair question to ask: “Do you have a financial relationship with the maker of the implant, filler or device you're recommending — and what alternatives did you consider?”

Source: CMS Open Payments, the federal database created by the Sunshine Act. View the full record on CMS Open Payments ↗

Patient Awards

Castle Connolly Top Doctor

Insurance Information

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Phone: (919) 876-3656

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Location & Contact Information

Skin and Cosmetic Solutions

800 Springfield Commons Dr

Raleigh, North Carolina 27609

Office Information

Phone: (919) 876-3656

Where does Dr. Fernando R. Puente practice?

Doctor's Office

Skin and Cosmetic Solutions (Primary)

800 Springfield Commons Dr, Raleigh, North Carolina 27609

(3 reviews)

Hospital Affiliations

Duke Raleigh Hospital

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King-Drew Medical Center

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Education & Experience

Education

Residency At King-drew Medical Center

Certifications & Licenses

Board Certified Dermatologist

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make an appointment with Dr. Fernando R. Puente online?
The provided information doesn't specify whether online appointments are available. It's best to contact the office directly at (919) 876-3656 to inquire about booking options.
Does Dr. Fernando R. Puente offer telehealth?
The provided information does not indicate whether Dr. Puente offers telehealth services. Contacting the office directly is recommended for the most accurate information.
What do patients have to say about Dr. Fernando R. Puente?
Patients visit Dr. Puente and Raleigh Dermatology for various treatments, including Botox, facials, skincare products, IPL, and SculpSure. The review titles suggest patients are documenting their experiences, potentially with before and after pictures, specifically for SculpSure.
What areas of care does Dr. Fernando R. Puente cater to?
Dr. Puente's areas of care include general and cosmetic dermatology, dermatologic surgery, and med spa treatments. He specializes in treating conditions like squamous cell skin carcinoma, plaque psoriasis, and psoriasis. He also offers procedures such as tumescent liposuction, Botox, facials, IPL, and SculpSure.