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Hector Lopez-Marquez, MD

4.6 out of 5 (233 Ratings)

Specialties:

Pain Management

About Hector Lopez-Marquez

Dr. Hector Lopez attended Cornell University before earning his doctorate from Columbia University’s College of Physicians and Surgeons. Dr. Lopez then chose to train at the University of Pennsylvania, where he completed a residency in Anesthesiology, followed by a Fellowship in Pain Medicine. Having connections to the New York State and the Greater Boston areas, he is excited to have the opportunity to join the Southcoast Health System serving the southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island communities.

Dr. Lopez’s philosophy of care is rooted in the belief that all patients who suffer from chronic pain deserve care that is compassionate, thoughtful, evidence-based, and integrative in nature. Dr. Lopez treats each patient in the context of their unique biopsychosocial situation and approaches each individual patient as a whole that is more than any one individual medical diagnosis.

He is board certified in both Pain Management and Anesthesiology. 

Locations

Practicing at the following locations:

  1. Southcoast Physicians Group Pain Medicine

    480 Hawthorn Street
    Dartmouth, MA 02747

    P: 508-973-9170

    Get Directions 41.625282 -70.9559079

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
4.6
 4.6
 4.6

Patient Comments (58)

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.


  • Sep 29, 24
    Verified Patient

    Everything went perfect well


  • Sep 26, 24
    Verified Patient

    had one visit to discuss treatment, hard to tell how good he is until the treatment. He certainly has a pleasent disposition and is knoweledgeable in his field. The staff is also good.


  • Sep 25, 24
    Verified Patient

    This was my first consultation. Dr Lopez- Marquez took time to review and discuss my complex history and test results. He was knowledgeable about my condition and is a very good communicator. The entire staff was friendly and courteous.


  • Sep 24, 24
    Verified Patient

    Dr Lopez was awesome listen to me was friendly and explained everything


  • Sep 24, 24
    Verified Patient

    Dr. Lopez engaged in a meaningful conversation regarding my symptoms and treatment options.


  • Sep 22, 24
    Verified Patient

    Great in all aspects


  • Sep 21, 24
    Verified Patient

    Dr. Very honest on how he maybe able to help me and what we can possibly do moving forward


  • Sep 10, 24
    Verified Patient

    Customer Service was good etc


  • Sep 9, 24
    Verified Patient

    Dr Lopez is a lovely man. So caring!


  • Sep 9, 24
    Verified Patient

    Carefully explained proposed treatment and fully answered concerns.


  • Sep 5, 24
    Verified Patient

    Dr. Lopez provided me with excellent care. He always took the time to address my concerns and explain my treatment options. I always felt that his focus was on my health and I was never rushed. There are ways to get better and Dr. Lopez is an excellent physician to guide you to feeling better. I would definitely recommend him to anyone who has debilitating pain and has given up.


  • Aug 24, 24
    Verified Patient

    He treated me with respect courtesy.


  • Aug 20, 24
    Verified Patient

    The doctor was very thorough and spent quite a bit of time going through all of my options. 10/10


  • Aug 14, 24
    Verified Patient

    Positive experience as a new patient to provider. Would recommend


  • Jul 28, 24
    Verified Patient

    I had a great visit


  • Jul 25, 24
    Verified Patient

    Dr. Lopez was a very good listener. He asked many questions. He did a thorough examination. He was very kind. I am very happy we went to him.


  • Jul 21, 24
    Verified Patient

    Dr Lopez is wonderful and always looks everything over and makes sure I understand everything


  • Jul 9, 24
    Verified Patient

    Dr Lopez listened to my concerns and gave detailed information back. Very happy with the staff. Always having a smile on their face and asking if they can help in any way


  • Jul 9, 24
    Verified Patient

    Dr. Lopez spent the time to explain everything to me and made sure I knew what my treatment options were. I would recommend him to everyone.


  • Jul 3, 24
    Verified Patient

    I experienced kindness, compassion and extreme knowledge from this Doctor and his staff.


  • Jun 26, 24
    Verified Patient

    My doctor is extremely courteous and is dealing with me. He is Empathic My To my condition. I hope he goes on to change many lives as he did mine


  • Jun 22, 24
    Verified Patient

    I really like all the doctors at South Coast . They actually care about their patients and what's happening with them. Thank you


  • Jun 21, 24
    Verified Patient

    I think Dr. Lopez is terrific. He did a very good job of giving me my shot. The shot didn't work out very well, and he called me at home to check on me, which I very much appreciated, and explained everything to me. I think he's outstanding. Thank you.


  • Jun 13, 24
    Verified Patient

    I love Dr Lopez. He is friendly, approachable, concerned, and definitely forward thinking.


  • Jun 7, 24
    Verified Patient

    The doctor took the time to review my MRI and show/explain to me. He talk with me to come up with a plan to treat my medical issue


  • Jun 6, 24
    Verified Patient

    I felt listened to and understood


  • May 29, 24
    Verified Patient

    Dr. Lopez was excellent, professional, very informative, was patient with me, answered all my questions and gave me a good sense of direction.


  • May 10, 24
    Verified Patient

    Doctor was very efficient and took his time with me answered all my questions. My first experience with this doctor was great.


  • May 10, 24
    Verified Patient

    The office personnel were very kind and welcoming. Dr. Lopez was fantastic! He listened to all of my concerns and addressed them with very thorough answers. He offered suggestions to get the treatment(s) that could help with my pain.


  • May 9, 24
    Verified Patient

    Dr. Hector is a model doctor when it comes to, in my opinion, everything. His bedside manner is such that after our initial visit I felt 100% confident and like I met a new friend. He took the time to explain everything to me. He then answered all of my questions without hesitation. Upon leaving I was confident this provider is going to everything he can to help me. Excellent doctor!


  • May 4, 24
    Verified Patient

    My visit couldn't have been any better !!!


  • May 1, 24
    Verified Patient

    Title: Dr. Lopez: A Beacon of Hope in HealthcareI recently had the privilege of being under the care of Dr. Lopez, and I must say that my experience was nothing short of exceptional. From the moment I walked into his office, I knew I was in good hands. Dr. Lopez not only listened to my concerns but also validated them in a way that no other doctor had done before.Dr. Lopez's approach to healthcare is truly commendable. He took the time to explain every step of the diagnosis and treatment process, ensuring that I was well-informed and comfortable every step of the way. His transparency about the risks associated with the treatment was both reassuring and empowering.What truly set Dr. Lopez apart was his empathy and understanding. For the first time in my healthcare journey, I felt heard and understood. He not only provided me with medical care but also gave me the hope and reassurance I needed to move forward.I left Dr. Lopez's office with tears in my eyes, not out of sadness, but out of gratitude and relief. He restored my faith in the medical profession and confirmed that there was indeed something wrong with my health, as I had suspected all along.In conclusion, Dr. Lopez is a rare gem in the world of healthcare. His dedication, expertise, and compassionate care are unparalleled. If there is anyone who deserves a raise, it is Dr. Lopez. I am forever grateful for his support and guidance, and I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone in need of exceptional medical care.


  • May 1, 24
    Verified Patient

    I absolutely love Dr. Lopez. He's kind and caring and considerate and helpful and he's just a wonderful human being.


  • May 1, 24
    Verified Patient

    Dr Lopez was amazing! He was kind and thoughtful about my case. He made me feel at ease and took his time explaining his thoughts about my case! I have to say this was the best doctors appointment I have had in the past year!


  • Apr 26, 24
    Verified Patient

    Staff was friendly and helpful.Dr Marquez was the most thorough, kind and knowledgeable professional. It was a pleasure to be seen by him.


  • Apr 11, 24
    Verified Patient

    I can't think of anything that they could do to improve my experience.


  • Apr 2, 24
    Verified Patient

    The telehealth session I had with the doctor was great. It was the first time I had ever spoken with him, and he seems like a compassionate person who cares about my illness. Before speaking with the doctor, I had the pleasure of talking with [Name]. She is a godsend. She took the time getting my meds squared away, in the right direction. She called the pharmacy to make sure they had my meds. She went beyond my expectations. She deserves a raise. Kudos to her. Finally, this telehealth service is GREAT!!! It works well for me because it's difficult for me to leave my abode.


  • Mar 27, 24
    Verified Patient

    The earliest appointment available to me was to wait approximately 3 months. Getting that time down significantly would be the most beneficial.


  • Mar 26, 24
    Verified Patient

    The staff is knowledgeable and friendly. I was happy to see that Dr. Lopez looked at all of my history, and explained procedures to me. It was my first meeting with Dr. Lopez and I am more than just satisfied.


  • Mar 16, 24
    Verified Patient

    My visit was right on time, the Dr. Listened to me had gone over all my other visits and test results and spent time explaining everything to me. He really seemed to care.


  • Mar 8, 24
    Verified Patient

    The visit was great my Dr knew why I was in the office and provided me with the care I needed and made my visit great


  • Mar 8, 24
    Verified Patient

    Dr. Lopez was kind, informative, and offered options and recommendations for relief of my pain. He was the most thorough and knowledgeable about my history than any other doctor I have seen.


  • Mar 6, 24
    Verified Patient

    Dr Lopez has a warm and caring manner. Great visit!


  • Feb 29, 24
    Verified Patient

    Yes, good.


  • Feb 29, 24
    Verified Patient

    Dr. Lopez is just a very compassionate caring doctor. I feel so fortunate to have him


  • Feb 24, 24
    Verified Patient

    I thought I was very impressed with Dr. Lopez and I would recommend him to anyone. That's all I have to say.


  • Feb 22, 24
    Verified Patient

    Dr. Lopez was comprehensive in explaining his treatment strategies for my condition. He was clear in his explanations and walked me through his recommendations in ways that were understandable.


  • Feb 21, 24
    Verified Patient

    very smart and cares about waha is going on and explains and shows you, an excellent doctor you are lucky to have him.


  • Feb 21, 24
    Verified Patient

    Dr. Was great. His nurse was absolutely amazing. She was great with explaining everything to me. She was caring and made me feel very comfortable.


  • Jan 18, 24
    Verified Patient

    Dr lopez is one of the sweetest nicest doctors I have ever meet. He has helped me so much.


  • Jan 12, 24
    Verified Patient

    No particular comment. He seemed very competent and suggested we work together to achieve positive results, and I agree. A very amiable and competent fellow indeed.


  • Jan 9, 24
    Verified Patient

    A bit more time with the doctor.


  • Jan 4, 24
    Verified Patient

    The wait time was a little longer than usual, but I can understand that it was because of the holidays. I highly recommend this office.


  • Jan 3, 24
    Verified Patient

    Big decision for me, needed a bit more support


  • Dec 28, 23
    Verified Patient

    Honest,straightforward dialogue


  • Dec 28, 23
    Verified Patient

    Good nice service


  • Dec 28, 23
    Verified Patient

    Support staff seemed bothered and was not very helpful or wanted to listen to me. Appointments are hard to make.


  • Dec 27, 23
    Verified Patient

    Dr. Lopez always takes his time to assess and listen , comes up with a plan and walks you through it. He is very responsive and compassionate with his care. The whole team has been excellent especially coming from a younger patient.

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