*Dr. Karen Hart has announced her retirement effective August 31, 2026. While we are saddened by this announcement, TPMG Atlantic Coast Family Medicine is happy to welcome Dr. Luciana Bester to the practice on September 8, 2026. Dr. Bester will be continuing the care of Dr. Hart’s following her retirement. For more information, read Dr. Hart’s patient letter here. New patients are welcome to call now and make an appointment for Dr. Bester. 

Luciana D. Bester, MD, is a board-certified family medicine physician with TPMG Atlantic Coast Family Medicine. She earned her Bachelor of Science from Old Dominion University in Norfolk before continuing her education to earn her Doctor of Medicine from Eastern Virginia Medical School. After obtaining her degree, Dr. Bester completed her family medicine residency with Virginia Commonwealth University (Riverside) in Newport News. She belongs to multiple professional organizations, including the American Board of Family Medicine, the Virginia Academy of Family Physicians (VAFP), and the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP). Dr. Bester joined TPMG Atlantic Coast Family Medicine in 2026.

With more than a decade of experience in the medical field, Dr. Bester fosters collaborative partnerships with her patients to provide optimized care. She strives to create lasting relationships with her patients, taking time to ensure each patient leaves their appointment with a clear understanding of the plan for their overall health.

Her approach considers the whole patient, using evidence-based medicine to ensure support for overall well-being. By involving patients in the planning and treatment process, Dr. Bester inspires open communication and shared decision-making. She aims to help patients achieve and maintain optimal health through proactive, personalized care.

Dr. Bester sees patients 12 and up for a range of acute and chronic conditions, including hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, COPD, allergies, asthma, digestive concerns, anxiety/depression, acute illness, rashes, and smoking cessation. She also performs routine adult vaccinations and pelvic exams. Dr. Bester has a particular medical interest in adolescent care, preventative medicine, and women’s health.

A leader in the Hampton Roads community, Dr. Bester has received multiple professional distinctions over the course of her career, including the Physician’s Recognition Award with Commendation from the American Medical Association (AMA), a Certificate of Recognition for Delivering High-Quality Diabetes Care from the National Committee for Quality Assurance, the Virginia Living Magazine “Top Doctor” Award, and the Coastal Virginia Magazine “Top Docs” Award.

As a Virginia Beach native, Dr. Bester is at home in the Hampton Roads community. When she isn’t in the office, Dr. Bester can be found exploring the many entertainment venues, events, and museums that Hampton Roads has to offer with her husband and daughter. She also enjoys outdoor activities, photography, and spending quality time with family.

Dr. Bester warmly welcomes patients to make an appointment to see her at TPMG Atlantic Coast Family Medicine, where she is grateful to be able to give back to the community that she calls home.

Education

Undergraduate: Bachelor of Science, Old Dominion University
Graduate: Doctor of Medicine, Eastern Virginia Medical School
Residency: Virginia Commonwealth University (Riverside)

Interests & Activities

Member, the American Board of Family Medicine, the Virginia Academy of Family Physicians (VAFP), and the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP)