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Hector Mateo, MD

4.9 out of 5 (233 Ratings)

Specialties:

Pulmonary Medicine

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About Hector Mateo

Dr. Mateo received his Doctor of Medicine degree from Universidad Iberoamericana in the Dominican Republic. He completed a residency in Internal Medicine at Pinnacle Health Hospitals in Harrisburg, Pa., where subsequently he was asked to serve as Chief Medical Resident.

He completed a pulmonary and critical care medicine fellowship at the Medical College of Virginia/ Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, Va.

Dr. Mateo has been practicing in the Fall River area since 2007. He specializes in respiratory disorders such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, respiratory failure and pulmonary fibrosis.

He also has expertise in the care of critically ill patients and the treatment of sleep disorders.

Dr. Mateo is board certified in internal medicine, pulmonary medicine and critical care medicine.

He is a fellow of the American College of Chest Physicians.

Dr. Mateo is fluent in Spanish.

Hector speaks Portuguese and Spanish

Locations

Practicing at the following locations:

  1. Southcoast Physicians Group Pulmonary

    1030 President Ave Suite 210
    Fall River, MA 02720

    P: 508-973-1780

    Get Directions 41.71413709999999 -71.13876849999997
  2. Southcoast Physicians Group Pulmonary

    100 Rosebrook Way 3rd Flr
    Wareham, MA 02571

    P: 508-973-4974

    Get Directions 41.77422380000001 -70.73153839999998

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 Courtesy and Respect of Staff
4.9
4.9
4.9
5

Patient Comments (45)

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.

  • The medical person that took my temp, pulse etc. was excellent, professional and caring. The Doctor was also excellent, professional, caring. He was very concerned that I was on track with everything. The visit in the clinic was awesome! True professionals . Five star!

  • Dr Mateo is a very consider and thoughtful physician. He listened to my reason for visiting him and was very helpful in suggesting a treatment plan to help me. His staff when I arrived, when I had my vitals taken, and when I checked out were very courteous and helpful.

  • Everything is fine with this office.

  • Waiting time should be shorter... If you have a 9:20 appointment you should not have to wait 30 minutes to be seen

  • Dr Mateo was kind and professional thank you for covering for [Name] [Name]

  • There is nothing I would recommend because the staff and Dr Mateo are so professional and empathetic.

  • Always on time.

  • Thorough and professional

  • Dr Mateo exhibits such devotion to his patients health. When in the office, everything is explained, I am asked if I have questions, never feel my appointment is rushed and plans for future care is outlined. I recommend Dr. Mateo to all of my friends as he is an exceptional care provider.

  • Everything was very professional

  • Dr. Mateo was very compassionate about my care!

  • He takes the time to listen to my needs.

  • Dr Mateo is a wonderful doctor and I am thankful that he is in charge of my asthma.

  • Dr Mateo was respectful and thorough He reviewed my past medical history and explained things clearly, stressing the importance of the testing and possible treatment. Thank you.

  • Dr Mateo is excellent. He listens, he writes everything we discuss, he refers back carefully, he makes suggestions!Excellent. He's kind and often funny. Thank you

  • Wonderful Doctor listened and explained options

  • Outstanding care is delivered in this office. Dr. Mateo is friendly, thoughtful, and knows my history in and out. I would recommend him to anyone and appreciate his fantastic support.

  • Yes, I am a legally blind patient. It was very easy to check in. Dr. Mateou00A0has been a family doctor of mine for many, many years, going back to my grandmother. I couldn't recommend a better pulmonologist to anybody. Thank you.

  • Dr. Mateo is always so kind and actually listens to me. This is one of the easiest of appointments because of the environment. I always know it will be efficient and everyone will be kind and compassionate. The vibe is always a pleasant one.

  • Listened carefully and charted a plan. This is as good as good as medical care gets.

  • I have no complaints about my doctor or anyone there. They take good care of me, thank you.

  • Dr. Mateo was completely prepared for us when we went in. He knew everything that had happened since the last time we saw him. He listened, he explained different alternatives to things, and we were so pleased with his mannerism as well as his professionalism. We certainly would recommend him to anyone who needed him. Thank you.

  • Appointment was on time, the assistant was both pleasant and very professional, the doctor answered all my questions and made me feel comfortable. The doctor also ordered a medication he felt would be beneficial to my health and fully explained the purpose. I would definitely recommend Dr. Mateo to others.

  • Dr. Mateo is great- one of the first doctors I've felt fully comfortable with and I always know he takes what I say seriously

  • Dr Mateo was great! Thorough, courteous and knowledgeable

  • Great care and respect

  • The person at the reception was very rude and curt.

  • Dr. Mateo changed my life by identifying the problem I have had for years. Using an inhaler has reduced my coughing and embarrassing moments.Thank you Dr Mateo. You're the best!

  • Dr Mateo is a wonderful doctor. My experience with him was excellent.

  • Everything was well doneu00A0

  • Everything was excellent. I was very pleased. The doctor was wonderful. The help was wonderful. The staff was wonderful. So I was very, very pleased with everything.

  • He explains every detail with you

  • Dr. Mateo listened attentively to the reason for the visit. He carefully reviewed the medical record from our last visit. He advised a plan to follow. He gave precise instructions to improve the condition. He is a very experienced doctor and takes the necessary time to listen. He is attentive and above all very respectful and professional. One leaves the office more calm and with confidence in his knowledge in that specific field. He inspires tranquility and hope. It is always a pleasure to be treated by him and to be told the plan to follow. I feel honored that he is my doctor. Thank you very much and may God always bless him.

  • Appt set up quickly with a knowledge provider who listened and responded to my needsnn

  • Dr. Mateo always listens and answers any questions or concerns I have.

  • I was in desperate need of a pulmonologist and [Name] from the office went above and beyond to get me an appointment within 2 days of speaking to her. Dr Mateo was very knowledgeable and caring to my situation, I am very pleased with him and would absolutely recommend him to anyone!! Thank you so much!!

  • Very prompt. Always on time.

  • Everything was ok.

  • First visit with new provider. He was excellent in every way possible.

  • The provider, support staff and office staff were all professional, kind and helpful. They were able to answer our questions. This is a very organized office.

  • Good experience and courteous service from receptionist to Doctor.

  • Excellent treatment and professionalism

  • 8000 letters is not enough to explain how efficient this office is run. Very professional courteous staff and Doctors. Dr. Mateo is the best.

  • Excellent doctor. He is knowledgeable, friendly, and professional. I feel like I am in very good hands!

  • Everything went well today.

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How is the Patient Satisfaction Star Rating Calculated?
Star ratings are calculated using an average of all survey responses to each of three questions: Courtesy and Respect of Staff, Provider Overall Rating, and  Willingness to Recommend Provider’s Office.  The star rating displayed on our physicians’ main biography page represents the average of the three measures for that particular physician.