Frances Ding

Frances Ding, DO

Patient Rating
4.8 out of 5 (271 Ratings, 90 Comments)
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Gender:
Female

Specialty:

Family Medicine

Areas of Interest

Frances Ding, DO, provides full spectrum medical care to patients of all ages at Oakland Family Medicine, which she joined in June 2025. A member of MaineGeneral Medical Center's medical staff and certified by the American Board of Family Medicine, Dr. Ding previously practiced at Northern Light Primary Care in Waterville.

Languages Spoken

  • English

Education

Education

2007-2011 Tufts University, Medford, MA, Bachelor's, Biopsychology

Medical School

2013-2017 Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine, Stratford, NJ

Residency

2017-2020 Virginia Commonwealth University Fairfax Family Medicine Residency / Inova Fairfax Hospital, Fairfax, VA, Family Medicine

Professional Memberships

  • American Academy of Family Physicians
  • Maine Academy of Family Physicians

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Family Medicine

Office Information

Locations

Patient Reviews

September 25, 2026
Dr. Ding is terrific. She listens and is very knowledgeable.
September 24, 2026
Dr. Ding was fantastic. She listened, gave direct advice, and very clear answers. The nurse was very personable, and the check-in staff, again, was very personable.
September 23, 2026
The fact that people do not stay in this office is concerning. The doctor today was great but I am not able to have her as my PCP. Frustrating!
September 22, 2026
Dr Ding was very kind and met all my needs.
September 11, 2026
Dr Ding is a wonderful physician. She listens she talks to you she remembers your history and Issues.she is the reason I drive the distance. It's nice to feel like you're not just a number. The rest of the staff also make you feel welcome.
September 10, 2026
Thoughtful, careful review of records, great dialog with both MA and Dr, kind, caring - a great experience.
September 09, 2026
My provider Frances Ding is intelligent and kind and actually reviews charts before the meeting. She is a gem!
September 08, 2026
Start with the people in the office as you come in and register. They're very friendly and if they recognize you, they're very good at that and they're very polite. And then you go on to the nurse that you go in with. She's very good. She's friendly and puts you at your ease. Let's face it, most people go in with white coat syndrome. Then with Dr. Ding, she's wonderful. She's one of the best and I'm an elderly lady and she's one of the best I've had. She listens and she talks to you and she explains things to you and you can ask dumb questions and she doesn't make you feel like a fool. She'll explain it. So as a doctor, I am extremely pleased and I am very happy with this.
September 02, 2026
I appreciate Dr Ding so much with her honesty and knowledge with my care.
September 01, 2026
Every interaction was done with a genuine smile. Staff at the front desk were patient, knowledgable, and helpful. My PCP is the best. She listened to what I said and knew what was happening with me and the other doctors I see. She's on top of what's going on. She tells it like it is, good news or otherwise. She is appreciated. Thank you Dr. Ding.
August 28, 2026
I find Dr. Ding very compassionate and knowledgeable. I appreciate her care.
August 25, 2026
Waited to long in waiting room no one told us the dr was running late
August 21, 2026
Yes, I would like a text or an email to confirm appointment and that way it's also a reminder which I did not get for either appointment.
August 21, 2026
I was scheduled very quickly for a cancellation and my Dr was very knowledgeable and candid with all the questions I had. I really liked her a lot
August 14, 2026
Dr. Ding is an excellent person and brilliant professional.
August 14, 2026
Oakland family medicine is an incredible place. I am lucky to have a wonderful, caring doctor & staff.
August 11, 2026
Dr. Ding is very easy to talk to. She took care to listen to my concerns and come up with a plan.
August 07, 2026
This experience was fine but in the past few weeks it was not. No communication to patients on their care.
July 30, 2026
I had to wait an hour before I saw my provider!
July 23, 2026
The front was very nice, Nurse Lisa was as well. DR Ding is exceptional! I arrived 10 minutes ahead for my 11 am appt. My only complained is waiting 35/40 minutes past my scheduled appt. to get into a room. I do understand some patients take more time. I am retired so do have time, don't like to complain but you asked. I have in the past been a patient of Maine General, found this was always the way, sometimes even longer wait time.
July 10, 2026
I always am impressed with the ability my PCP and staff to keep me on track even with the multiple issue I have. I'm glad I have a team like this that works to keep me healthy and feeling good.
July 10, 2026
Very informed
July 09, 2026
Dr Ding is one of the best doctors I have seen. Will miss her terribly as I'm moving back to NoVa.
July 09, 2026
Dr Ding is great!
June 24, 2026
Dr. Ding is an excellent addition to the team. She is beyond thorough and her interpersonal skills are exceptional.
June 23, 2026
Definitely like Dr Ding. She seems to understand all issues I have and takes time to discuss them. Highly recommend her.
June 17, 2026
Dr. Frances Ding, she is an exceptional physician. An asset to any medical facility!
June 11, 2026
Dr Ding and her nurse (sharon) were the best.
June 10, 2026
Dr Ding is amazing. As is her nurse and the office crew.
June 10, 2026
Dr. Ding was very thorough and reassuring. So appreciated!
June 05, 2026
I appreciate Dr Ding and her care.
June 03, 2026
Dr. Ding is absolutely amazing. She is very thorough and goes through everything to make sure that I am well taken care of. She is amazing!
May 29, 2026
Dr. ding is fabulous. This was my physical- I had significant family stressors and she treats the whole person- I cannot say enough positive about her
May 28, 2026
I have had DR Ding for a few years now and I am so pleased to continue with her at Maine General.
May 26, 2026
Dr. Ding is the BEST!!!
May 26, 2026
Dr Ding there's a wonderful provider. She always listens and even if I don't agree with her recommendations, she's OK with that as well. I trust her with my health.
May 22, 2026
Silas, Dr Ding's assistant was great. Personable, kind and knowledgeable. It was my first time seeing Dr Ding. She also had these fine qualities, and was very easy to talk to. She took her time with me and explained everything and answered all my questions.
May 21, 2026
Dr Ding is amazing and tries to figure out what the problems are and how to fix them. Very caring!
May 19, 2026
Absolutely love Dr. Ding!
May 19, 2026
I was very impressed with Dr. Ding. She was cheerful, caring, knowledgeable and the utmost professional.
May 13, 2026
Dr. Ding is the best doctor I've Ever had!!!!! She actually listens and helps me with anything and everything I may need !!!! She treats me with compassion and respect !!!! I feel so Blessed to have her as my Doctors !
May 13, 2026
I arrived early for my appointment. My appointment was for 11:30 . I left at 12:05 never saw the pa she was behind.
May 11, 2026
I was very upset as my appointment was at a certain time and I had to wait at least 45 minutes longer for my appointment I was not happy. My time is valuable just like everyone else's and they should not have scheduled if I was going to have to wait that long. Because of that I missed another very important appointment. I was not happy at all...
May 06, 2026
Dr Ding was incredibly thorough and reassuring. She really helped set my mind at ease.
May 05, 2026
Dr ding is amazing. We will follow her always
May 01, 2026
Dr Ding is the reason I travel from Orono for medical care: she listens carefully. The office waiting area should offer a water fountain; I need to have water on hand as well as toilet facilities.
April 17, 2026
Love Dr. Francis Ding. A wonderful A+ doctor.
April 17, 2026
Dr. Ding is aware of how complex my case is and how frustrated I have been with trying to feel better and get answers for multiple health issues. She takes her time with me, offers me alternative solutions if it's something that hasn't been tried in the past, is open minded to naturopathic care and alternative medical care because she knows modern medicine isn't the full solution. She is an asset and I am so glad that she is still my dr after everything that happened with Northern Light. I have been receiving excellent care with Maine General and feel like the drs and nps are REALLY trying to help me as well as all of their patients. Please keep doing what you're doing. For the first time in a long time, I actually have hope that I might get answers to undiagnosed health issues.
April 17, 2026
Dr. Ding is extremely helpful, professional, friendly and informative. She explains medical information so well. All the staff were friendly and helpful as well.
April 15, 2026
All the staff were great listeners, which is very important!
April 15, 2026
Great experience! Everyone did a great job!
April 08, 2026
Everyone is always extremely helpful.
April 08, 2026
To get more help. I didn't get a response to my message due to lack of help. A quick email to let me know it was addressed would be nice.
April 08, 2026
Dr Ding does an extraordinary job interpreting new complex clinical information as well as processing medical history as it is gathered and presented to her. She focuses on a myriad of medical, social and emotional needs of a patient within time constraints of each appointment.
April 08, 2026
My doctor was extremely late for my appointment and I was rushed out without having a discussion about a lot of things I wanted to ask about. I don't feel my care is anywhere near what we pay for healthcare. My doctor is OK but didn't spend the time I needed with her.
April 07, 2026
Dr Ding took her time and made sure all questions were answered. She was prepared, kind and caring.
April 07, 2026
Dr Ding took time with me and listened and answered my questions. I felt truly cared for and I am so grateful. She was excellent about referring me to specialists. She is thorough and knowledgeable.
April 03, 2026
Very informative.
April 03, 2026
Team was very professional and caring
April 02, 2026
As I am a fairly new patient, I have seen Dr. Ding three times and I am very impressed with the doctor and the workers in the office. I am very happy. Thank you.
April 02, 2026
Dr. Ding makes you feel like you matter. You are lucky to have her; she's wonderful.
April 01, 2026
Dr. Ding is the best. Listens, is knowledgeable, interacts honestly, trust her totally. Receptionists and MA very friendly and.helpful.
March 27, 2026
Dr. Ding and staff were very nice and helpful. Great staff!
March 25, 2026
I just love Dr. Ding, she is the absolute best????
March 24, 2026
Everyone in this office is awesome!
March 24, 2026
Dr Ding is a very patient doctor and did a great job covering my issues.
March 19, 2026
Dr Ding was excellent.
March 17, 2026
I like Dr Ding very much. She is very thoughtful and takes the time to discuss all of my questions.
March 17, 2026
Dr. Ding always listens to my concerns and includes me in the decision-making process for moving forward with my healthcare needs. The reception staff are pleasant and kind.
March 13, 2026
Dr. Ding is wonderful. She is so good that I recommended her for my elderly mother who also likes her.
March 13, 2026
I like my physician and I am grateful that Maine General hired her after the closure of Inland hospital
March 12, 2026
Pleasant staff and Dr Ding is a great DR. I followed her to this practice. She is my family's DR.
March 11, 2026
Everyone working there was really great and I love Dr. Ding.
March 11, 2026
I had an appt with Dr Ding and she was great. I went in to had a spot shaved on my leg. She took the time to assess treatment options. Explained all to me. Gave me a TED talk on what to look for and what to expect. Even let me show her other spots I was getting concerned with. Her ability to connect with patients is great. This was the first time in a long time where I felt like I was getting the right level of education. I expected to go into the office. Get a scrap in 10 mins and be out the door. The education for me was just what I needed to leave the office with. Thank you Dr Ding.
March 05, 2026
Dr Ding is efficient, patient, straightforward and very thorough. She answers my questions honestly and respectfully. She is awesome and so glad I found her when I needed to find a new Dr
March 03, 2026
Dr. Ding is the absolute best. After having the same provider most of my childhood and part of my adult life I wasn't sure if I'd get a provider I liked as much in the future. She is so knowledgeable and thorough. She's able to explain things simply and answer questions without judgment. I look forward to my yearly checkups and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a new provider.
February 27, 2026
Front office staff was congenial, professional and knowledgeable!
February 26, 2026
My Doctor is very thoughtful and thorough, very pleasant.
February 25, 2026
Dr. Ding is excellent and always willing to answer any questions or concerns I might have. The staff is wonderful as well. I love the people who care for us in that office. I have no complaints.
February 24, 2026
I appreciate this medical office and practice.
February 17, 2026
Dr. Ding is a great addition to the team. She took the time to review the various reports and records from the several specialists I had seen in the past several months so she could offer her recommendations for my Healthcare. Most doctors don't bother to read the actual records.
February 13, 2026
Everyone was very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable.
February 11, 2026
I love my Dr Ding! The others who I have had visits with I think they had caring hearts and listened
February 10, 2026
Dr Ding is the absolute bext.
February 10, 2026
Dr. Ding is an excellent physician a d I'm lucky and happy to have her.
February 06, 2026
She was concerned about my health , lookin forward to my next app.
February 04, 2026
Dr. Ding's care was not excellent and professional as always!
February 04, 2026
Dr. Ding is a fantastic physician and someone I have total confidence in and her medical advice. I only wish I did not have to wait 4 months to see her when I have a medical issue.
February 03, 2026
I was really impressed with Dr. Ding and enjoyed my visit with her and I found her very efficient and very friendly. Thank you.
February 03, 2026
Office experience was perfect....Dr. Ding is an awesome practitioner. She is very knowledgeable and caring and I feel lucky to have her as my primary care doctor.
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