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Matthew Costa, DO

4.9 out of 5 (424 Ratings)

Specialties:

Cardiology

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About Matthew Costa

Dr. Matthew J. Costa, DO, FACC graduated with his Bachelor of Arts degree from Villanova University in Villanova, PA. Dr. Costa earned his Doctor of Osteopathy degree from the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine in Biddeford, ME. In his time at the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine, Dr. Costa was a member of Psi Sigma Alpha, the National Osteopathic Scholastic Honor Society, Sigma Sigma Phi, and the National Honorary Osteopathic Fraternity. Dr. Costa furthered his medical expertise, first completing his Internal Medicine Residency and then becoming Chief Resident at North Shore University Hospital in Manhasset, NY. He then became Chief Fellow and completed his Cardiology Fellowship at North Shore University Hospital – Long Island Jewish Medical Center.

Dr. Costa’s clinical interests are in preventative cardiology, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, valvular heart disease, echocardiography, and nuclear cardiology. His personal philosophy of care is focused on forming a relationship with his patients that goes beyond medical management, and directly treats all aspects of the patient not just the isolated organ systems or symptoms. In addition, Dr. Costa strives to identify diseases risks and provide optimal risk reduction leading to the prevention of chronic illness.

Dr. Costa is dedicated to building long term personal relationships, treating patients as a whole person, and thinking diversly when it comes to diagnosing and managing cardiovascular disease.

When not at work, Dr. Costa enjoys spending time with his family, dog, and friends, as well as golfing, boating, fishing, listening to good music and playing the electric guitar.

Locations

Practicing at the following locations:

  1. Southcoast Physicians Group Cardiology

    208 Mill Road 2nd Floor
    Fairhaven, MA 02719

    P: 508-973-2207

    Get Directions 41.6545118 -70.88430519999997
  2. Southcoast Physicians Group Cardiology

    100 Rosebrook Way
    Wareham, MA 02571

    P: 508-273-4950

    Get Directions 41.775491 -70.73149790000002

Insurances Accepted

Southcoast accepts most major insurance plans. Call the Southcoast patient registration department at 844-297-2952 or your health plan with any questions regarding coverage.

Provider Ratings

Rating Willingness to recommend provider’s office Overall Provider Experience
4.9
4.9
4.9

Patient Comments (131)

At Southcoast Health, we strive to deliver exceptional patient care along with an exceptional patient experience. We appreciate all of your feedback and share your comments to recognize the wonderful care our teams provide to you as well as identify areas for improvement.

  • Dr. Costa and his staff are real pros, from the minute you walk in they make you feel comfortable and they are all incredibly knowledgeable!! I am lucky to have him as my physician!!

  • Dr costa was awesome

  • Dr. costa is a wonderful, caring doctor, I followed him from Hawthorn Medical, that should sum up this questioner

  • I can't think of any improvement. I'm always impressed with my health care team providers.

  • The doctor was attentive and explained my issues. He even drew a CB picture so that I would understand. He was excellent

  • Very time I see the Doctor. I am please with the plan we come up with.

  • From the time that I walked through the door until the time that I exited the building, you had this feel like this place is different from others. Just keep doing whatnyou are doing and the people will come.

  • Everything went smoothly. Dr. Costa only supervised the street test. He is not my primary.

  • Best cardiologist out there!! He was so good with my dad, who can be a difficult person. He kept things simple and straightforward, was friendly and kind. Didn't suggest any unnecessary procedures - met us where we are with my dad's needs right now. My dad loves him - that alone says so much about him as a provider! (My dad doesn't like many doctors…)

  • Dr was very personable and knowledgeable

  • Dr Costa is outstanding.This appointment was on time but I have had long waits in the past.

  • Dr Costa listened, was honest, and transparent

  • Dr Costa (Wareham/Cardiology) was the first Southcoast provider I have seen in so long that has truly restored my faith in the state of healthcare. He listened to my detailed description of symptoms, explained my situation in the most precise way possible in a way I could understand and he made me feel heard and valued not only as a patient but as a person. Every specialist and provider should take a page from his book. As a nurse, I observe things that most patients might not be able to see if they don't work in the field. For years, I have been dismissed or treated as just another name on a list of people to discharge. Dr Costa truly understands what the mission of healthcare is and he brought forth my confidence in trusting healthcare providers when I was starting to question the integrity of the system. He is absolutely meant to do what he does and he should be praised for the incredible care he offers his patients.

  • Dr. CMatthew Costa is terrific. A real pro.

  • Dr. Costa is the best!

  • Dr Costa is the best!

  • All staff was courteous and efficient. The provider saw me quickly after the initial care was done by the other health care team member ( vital signs, EKG). Communication was excellent and the plan discussed and explained

  • He was the best doctor I ever had the visit was very enjoyable I have never seen a doctor so informative and kind

  • Hello, this is [Name] [Name] giving feedback on a survey for Dr. Costa's office. My feedback is Dr. Costa is an excellent cardiologist. He's always willing to tackle potential, or, you know, things that may come up. He's always given good health advice. He's always on the ball. So I appreciate his expertise and care. Staff are well. The nurses are great. The secretaries are great. Whatever team he's on, they function as a well-oiled machine. They're great. Wherever he's at, it's great.

  • amazing doctor and staff

  • The Doctor was very approachable and listened to my issue. Explained everything clearly.

  • Dr Costa listened to my concerns, answered all my questions sand understood my feelings about certain treatments. Feel fortunate to have him for my Cardiologist. Thank you Dr Costa.

  • Everything went great very nice experience with this new doctor

  • Dr. Costa knew my whole cardiac history andwe talked about it.Arranged to have my coumadin blood test done thruhis office. This is great for me.

  • Keep up the good work. I used to work in the medical profession so I'm a little different than most patients. I take an EXTREMELY active role in my care. I try to stay away from hospitals and doctors and don't submit to invasive medical procedures unless absolutely necessary. My insurance company loves me. LOL - I'm impressed with SouthCoast because I've had experience with other medical facilities. So I say again - Keep up the good work! I wish I could tell you how to improve it, but I can't....yet

  • Saw me on time.Put me at ease.Trust his understanding of my issues.

  • Dr. Costa was very thorough with his exam and answered all my questions with a lot of patience. I left the appointment quite stress free . I highly recommend him as a cardiologist.

  • [Name] [Name]was the MA and she was so thoughtful, caring and empathetic! What a kind and genuine person! Dr. Costa was a pleasure. He was pleasant and was knowledgeable. He was patient, explaining everything in detail and sharing his recommendations for the best course of action. Amazing doctor!

  • Everything, this office so caring and professional. Every pleased. The whole office staff GREAT!!! Thank you all.

  • Great patient care.

  • They young lady at the check in window was not very friendly and continued talking with a coworker until that coworker pointed me out. Then coldly called me over. Cardio team was very timely and kind.

  • Dr. Costa, was very informative about my Cardiac issues and the steps we need to take, in treatment.

  • Doctor Costa is great. He listens carefully and gives great advice

  • All my questions were answered. Dr.Costa has a great bedside manor and spends the amount of time with me needed. Never does he rush me out. Listens to me, and provides proper feedback every time

  • Dr Costa is a great doctor listens well and explains everything very well

  • The doctor I saw was extremely considerate and helpful. He explained things in a way that I could easily understand and made sure I was able to get all the tests I needed in a timely manner.

  • Dr. Costa explained info w/me in easy to understand terms. Showed photos and thoroughly talked about issues. Interesting! Grateful to be w/this provider and will definitely continue his medical advice & knowledge:

  • Courteous staff … always a pleasure going to this appointment…

  • Doctor on time and very informative about my health. Office is run very smoothly and efficiently.

  • Dr. Costa was very personable and attentive.

  • I followed Dr Costa from Hawthorn Medical. He is excellent and the reason why I've been shifting my medical care to South Coast.

  • Dr. Costa is always cheerful and attentive. I see him as a precaution; I do not have any heart issues.

  • Dr Costa is a great DR and makes me feel better after each visit. Thank you, Dr. Costa!

  • All great

  • have been a patient of Dr. Costa for many years. I hope to have him for many years to come

  • Both the Metronics Rep and Dr. Costa were great to deal with---Friendly and professional in all areas

  • Staff is very welcoming and friendly.

  • Overall good experience. Dr Costa genuinely caring and thorough.

  • Hi, this is [Name] [Name] and I was very happy with my last visit. Dr. Costa was very concerned about my medications and that I am taking them because the goal is to keep me healthy this year. He's very concerned in making sure that I stay healthy. I had a terrible 2023, so everything he's done in this appointment was awesome. So thumbs up for Dr. Costa and his crew. I think they did an awesome job. Thanks.

  • Treated professionally and respectfully by everyone. Very good first impression of Dr. Costa. Very pleased.

  • The nurse and Doctor were very professional and my good health is the result of their expert treatment.

  • Dr. Costa actually looks directly at you and talks to you. He explains everything, he is friendly and pleasant. I'm tired of medical people looking at computers and not really listening to the patient and it shows when you read the notes in the chart.

  • Always a pleasure to visit Dr. Costa

  • Pleased with wait time. Intake nurse was pleasant. Dr Costa attentive, explained health plan easily understood. Happy to have this office as my provider.

  • This episode of care was excellent. Dr. Costa explained everything completely. Staff was supportive and courteous. I don't see anything that needs correcting or improving with regard to my care at Rosebrook. Doctors and staff are excellent.

  • Great visit every one I dealt with was very nice and professional.

  • I really appreciate Dr. Costa and I'm so happy I chose him for my cardiologist. He was friendly and explained everything to me in a way that was easy to understand. He was very thorough and also suggested small changes I could make to improve my health. I appreciate the holistic approach.

  • Excellent patient care.

  • Easy check, prompt service, attentive to questions and concerns, doctor's manner helped put me at ease and understand my health issues and how to address them.

  • Dr Costa is great

  • Dr. Costa was knowledgeable, friendly and took the time to research my history and demonstrated an incredible understanding of my health issues.A true caring professional.

  • The entire staff was professional, friendly, knowledgable and willing to answer any questions.

  • Everyone was professional yet friendly. Dr. Costa is very knowledgeable and caring.

  • Staff is great very friendly appointment was on time everything was great

  • Everything from the check-in to the checkout was done well. Everyone explained everything with easy to understand details. Dr Costa and the office staff are very personable and make it easy on the patient, so thanks!

  • Dr Costa took the time to verify my brother [Name]record and get to know him a bit. So great.

  • Dr. Costa is amazing! Best Cardiologist I have ever had! Knowledgeable, precise, easy to talk to, friendly! Overall, top notch Doc!!!!!

  • Dr Costa and his staff were great. He explained things to me and answered all of my questions. Dr Costa was very thorough and helped me to understand my situation.

  • Everything went fine. I found out I was really good. They were excellent, excellent. I can't say anymore. Thank you. Goodbye.

  • All the staff at this facility were professional and pleasant. The facility itself was very clean, which I appreciate. No suggestions for improvement.

  • Dr Costa and his medical tech were very good and helpful.

  • Felt listened to.Dr Costa has excellent communication skills. He listens well and explains things in a clear direct manner.Very important to me , he said he would work with me to come up with a plan that works for both of us. I felt relieved and calm after visit !!!

  • He was personable considerate funny made me feel comfortable talking to him . The staff was helpful nice all went above and beyond very happy .

  • My mother has dementia, and I am her caregiver. Dr. Costa is always patient, empathetic, and kind when dealing with my mother, and takes time to listen to her concerns and specific medical needs. His warm personality and levity make her feel comfortable, and I feel he's offering her the best care possible.

  • I was seen promptly in a timely fashion. Treated with the upmost respect. My needs and concerns were dealt with concerning my symptoms. I would definitely recommend to family and friends of the excellent care and treatment at Southcoast.

  • Dr Costa and the staff ALWAYS..make it a pleasant experience..personal..caring and they always listen

  • Gave me good advice and explained what I needed to learn about my situation

  • Every one is kind and considerate

  • This Dr was amazing. He took his time and made you feel comfortable and actually cared. Very rare….

  • Dr Costa is an excellent doctor who always listens and knows exactly what my medical Issues are

  • I was treated well by both the medical staff and Dr Costa is the only doctor I have ever been involved with that I have the greatest respect, trust and understanding from and wish ALL doctors were like him! He is up to date and has excellent knowledge and experiences.

  • Everyone was very professional, the office and waiting room was very clean.The wait was very short.Matthew Costa is and always will be very concerned about health problems and will always take the time to listen to any of your concerns. SouthCoast is very organized.

  • Friendly & listened not rushed out door

  • Provider listens carefully to everything the patient tells him and provides clear directions on what the medical plan of care is.

  • Excellent service, professional and courteous

  • Very accommodating in getting an appointment in the Fairhaven office for me. Dr. Costa is an excellent doctor as well as a great guy who listens to you at all times. It doesn't feel like a doctors visit bcuz it's more like a chat with a caring friend!!

  • Prompt , courteous, through event monitor

  • Was an excellent experience and all the staff including Dr Costa were fabulous

  • my experience was good as usual. I like Dr. Costa's personality and that he is through with knowing my records and remembering special things about me.

  • Everyone was very nice, .Dr Costa was great to talk to and he answered all the questions I asked. He is so friendly and explained everything to me.

  • Dr Matthew Costa is great, he's courteous and a pleasure to deal with. I have been seeing him for a few years now and he has helped me change my health for the better. He treats you more as a friend than a patient and I would absolutely recommend him to others. The staff in the cardiology office are very professional they make you feel comfortable and at ease

  • Dr. Costa was fabulous. He was funny , yet listened well and asked pertinent questions. Not for one minute did I feel time pressured by him. Dr. Costa made me feel like my heart health was in great hands!

  • Dr.Costa is an outstanding and truly caring professional. His warmth and understanding has no equal...a distinct credit to the Southcoast Health organization.Support staff deserves much credit as well.

  • Outstanding Doctor and Staff!

  • Keep doing what you are doing, I'm always comfortable when I have an appointment with SouthCoast. I wish I could get a PC doctor with SouthCoast.

  • Just excellent overall

  • Everything was done extremely well couldn't be happier or more appreciative !

  • This initial visit with Dr. Costa was totally pleasant. He was professional, totally familiar with my history (which had been sent to him), knowledgeable about current treatment and procedures, and interested in my quality of life as well as my medical future. I was completely comfortable with him and look forward to working with him in the future. His good sense of humor was quite helpful. My former cardiologist and I became friends over many years. I'll be able to develop that same sort of trust with Dr. Costa. [Name] [Name]

  • Dr. Costa is very complete with his explanation with my case.

  • Was able to get an appointment in a timely manner and the visit proved to be very effective.

  • Pleasant, listened to concerns. Made sure everything was understood

  • Seen in a timely matter both provider and staff very attentive. Very pleased with care I received.

  • Dr. Costa was all I could have asked for. He listened carefully and gave me great feedback and guidance. His recommendations make sense to me.

  • A great experience with Dr. Costa, so easy to talk to. Always makes me feel comfortable. One of the best doctors that I see.

  • Clean, friendly, efficient.

  • The doctor's always paying attention to me even though we you know we only have like maybe 15 minutes time but he covered all the bases. Told me what my health was compared to 6 months ago when I last met him. He made sure that I had any concerns about my health and any other questions I might have and other than that he's kind of made me feel very it. He's he's a nice guy and all that good stuff, but I enjoy visiting him every six months and he really makes me feel better about myself by the time I leave there. Thank you.

  • Every one was extremely helpful and kind

  • Very proffessional!

  • Dr. Costa explains things well and is thorough and takes as much time as needed. He listens attentively and answers my questions. After we talk I feel comfortable with my current medical condition as well as the plan to manage it until the next appointment. He is a special doctor and the Southcoast organization is lucky to have him.

  • Provider listened well and gave informative feedback

  • I appreciated and noticed that Dr Costa read all my recent tests and information ahead of time. He explained in detail any concerns I had about my blood results. He asked questions about exercise, diet, and discussed in detail about my blood pressure. Very pleased with the medical care he is providing.

  • The best staff ever . I felt so cared for with everyone. Great great !!!

  • The Staff and Dr Costa are very professional and kind.

  • The Dr could see I was concerned and gave me time and complete explanation and put me at ease

  • Matthew was very knowledgeable and understanding . Made me feel at ease and answered all my questions Great experience

  • I feel like Dr. COSTA really cares about what's happening to me and understands and helps me work towards a solution

  • The Doctor made me feel good and explained everything to me

  • Actually it was a great experience. Thanks!

  • Dr costa is a great doctor!

  • Everything was easy and seamless in the transition from my previous healthcare provider.

  • Great personality and concern for my health.

  • Care givers at South Coast are the best. Keep up the good work and treat them well. They are the reason you get such accolades.

  • Dr. Costa is a great and caring cardiologist.

  • My appointment was made in a timely mannerand Dr. Costa was very personable and explained the results of my visit.

  • From beginning to the end of my visit I felt among professional friends.I was very comfortable and welcomed.

  • Very personable and listens thoroughly

  • Every question answered and help provided that we needed.

  • Not a long wait Dr. friendly and puts you at ease. A very organized visit and the assistant was very helpful

  • Good listener and helpful provider of information. Caring person.

  • I'm considering switching to Southcoast Health because of Dr Costa's relationship and him making me feel like he cares for his patients.Dr Costa was my doctor at Hawthorn!

  • Wonderful experience..nothing negative to report

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