Jovenel Cherenfant , MD
General Surgery
Franciscan Physician Network Family Wellness Center
9800 Valparaiso Drive
Munster, IN 46321 Directions
directory.franciscanhealth.org
5.0 out of 5
161 verified ratings
161 Ratings, 103 Comments
The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.
Jan 28, 2026
See above that I wrote how excellent Dr. Jovenel Cherenfant is and how fortunate Franciscan Munster Hospital is to have him on their staff.
Jan 27, 2026
Great Doctor
Jan 23, 2026
Great Dr.
Jan 20, 2026
He demonstrates exceptional consideration for his patients.
Jan 20, 2026
DR Cherenfant was very kind and patient , and he made me very comfortable during the visit and exam.
Jan 17, 2026
He is a very skilled and compassionate surgeon.
Jan 7, 2026
He's an excellent doctor. He's skilled and talented in his professional area. His bedside manner is very good: polite, patient, shows patient concern, and answers your questions. Office staff polite, and his medical team is also excellent.
Dec 20, 2025
Doc is a good person and great bedside matter
Dec 18, 2025
Dr Cherenfent was patient and explained all options, not pushing me into unnecessary surgery at this time. The office staff was efficient and pleasant
Dec 16, 2025
He was so friendly, walked in with a big smile. Hugged me at end of visit. Made me feel like I really mattered.
Dec 16, 2025
He is very nice. Will answer all questions. He is very knowledgeable.
Dec 9, 2025
Takes the time to get to know me and my concerns. Always checks my heart and lungs, which I feel is very important.
Dec 8, 2025
Dr.Cherenfant explained everything well and took time with us.
Dec 8, 2025
This was my first time with Dr. Jovenel Cherenfant. He was wonderful - explaining everything that I would have done with my upcoming surgery - assuring me what would be done to treat my Breast Cancer.
His staff was very welcoming. I was impressed
Dec 6, 2025
Very pleasant,caring, and informative
Dec 2, 2025
Explained things clearly. It was obvious he cares about my best course of action.
Dec 1, 2025
Takes time to talk to you, explains options, explains what he does what he did and what he could do. He’s just not in an out of the appointment.
Nov 19, 2025
He was knowledgable and friendly and spent considerable time talking with me about my problem.
Nov 17, 2025
dr cherefant very kind and pleasant and thorough
Nov 17, 2025
Makes you fill at ease
Nov 12, 2025
He’s what a dr is all about. Asking the right questions. Showing he cares about you every step of the way. Taking the time to explain anything you don’t understand.
Nov 3, 2025
Very professional. Made me feel at ease.
Nov 2, 2025
He was very kind, thorough and took time to explain everything concerning my upcoming surgery
Oct 31, 2025
Answered all my questions and explained in clear manner.
Oct 27, 2025
He is excellent in his contact, care, nnd follow through. Explains reasoning behind his plan of care, ordered tests, etc.
Oct 27, 2025
He answered all our questions and gave good advice.
Oct 27, 2025
His bedside manner
Oct 13, 2025
Dr. Cherenfant is an extremely knowledgeable and professional surgeon. He is very patient and allow you to ask any questions you may have about your procedure. He is capable of using humor as a mean to relax you about your condition.
I would recommend him to anyone.
Oct 6, 2025
Very friendly and understanding. He took his time with me.
Oct 2, 2025
He was absolutely wonderful!! I really loved him & his compassion. I truly appreciate him saving my life & truly caring about me.
Sep 22, 2025
He is calm, informative, in no rush, very very nice.....I really needed calm and I love that he loves and knows God 💖
Sep 20, 2025
He’s very knowledgeable and has excellent patient communication skills. He fosters trust between his patients and himself. I am very pleased with his work. Thank you.
Sep 16, 2025
He is thorough and explains my treatment clearly and plainly. He genuinely cares about my concerns.
Sep 16, 2025
He was very patience with my 85 year old sister-in-law that is hard hearing. He explained things over and over until she understood..I couldn't thank him enough for this..Highly recommend him!!!
Sep 15, 2025
Dr. Cherenfant always take time to explain what he plans to do and why.
He always ask if you understand what he explained and if you have any questions for him.
He is a major reason I continue to come to this hospital.
Sep 9, 2025
He’s very pleasant and knowledgeable listens to all u have to say. Explains everything to you. If I had to have surgery, he’d be the one to perform it
Sep 9, 2025
Professional, caring, thorough.
Sep 9, 2025
Very friendly put me at ease
Sep 2, 2025
Felt relaxed talking with him for the first time
Aug 25, 2025
He's very good and kind and caring.
Aug 22, 2025
He was patient, attentive, and friendly. Good Listener and he provided clear explanations.
Aug 19, 2025
He is very kind, patient, and explains things in a matter that the average person can understand.
Aug 18, 2025
He’s a great great surgical doctor and professional and respectful
Aug 12, 2025
I really liked him
Aug 12, 2025
Very helpful, answers and explains everything in detail
Aug 10, 2025
Explained everything to me, treated me with respect and came in before surgery to put me at ease.
Aug 5, 2025
Doctor was very pleasant, and actually did apologize for the long wait
Aug 4, 2025
I have been impressed by his knowledge and ability to discribe what is happening with my upcoming surgery. He makes me feel comfortable about having him do the procedure. Thanks
Jul 8, 2025
He took time and really cared about me as a person not just a patient.
Jul 5, 2025
He listens patiently and explains everything in details address your concerns and answer all questions to satisfaction