Brett Hurteau DO
Chief Medical Officer of Southcoast Health Network
Specialties:
Family Medicine | Pediatrics | Primary Care
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About Brett Hurteau DO
Board certified in family medicine, Dr. Hurteau is a graduate of the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine.
He completed his residency in family medicine at the Brown University Family Medicine Residency Program at Pawtucket Memorial Hospital, where he served as chief resident.
Dr. Hurteau is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, American Osteopathic Association, and the Massachusetts Medical Society.
He is a clinical assistant professor of Family Medicine at Brown University and is on the community faculty — Brown Family Practice Residency program.
Dr. Hurteau is a long-time resident of New Bedford.
Locations
500 Faunce Corner Suite 160
Dartmouth, MA
02747
Dartmouth, MA
02747
Insurance
Southcoast Health accepts most major insurance plans. Call the Southcoast Health patient registration department at 844-297-2952 or your health plan with any questions regarding coverage.
Ratings & Reviews
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.
Patient Comments (71)
Listened with compassion and empathy
It was all goodu00A0
Listening to my concerns and following up after test results to negotiate a plan of care
Everyone was courteous and attentive to my needs and medical care.
Dr Hurteau and his staff are awesome.
Dr Hurteau is a great doctor and everyone there is very kind and helpful
Very encouraging and enthusiastic about my health. I appreciate that.
This service was provided by the doctor and his staff. Southcoast had nothing to do with it. Southcoast could do a better job about the billing approach.
Dr Herteau is very knowledgeable doctor to visit
I really like my doctor, Brett Herteau, he is the best doctor i have ever had, I am in good hands with him, he is exceptional at listening to me and taking care of my issues whatever they may be, im a very happy patient, he is truly an incredible asset to South Coast Health
Dr Hurteau is Very kind and knowledgeable .
Dr. Hurteau was very professional and listened carefully to my needs. I am very happy with the service provided.
He's excellent. On compassion and healing balances clinical respect .you truly look at me as a whole person, not just a patient.Thank you
I presented my medical concern via MyApp prior to office hours and promptly received a phone call from a nurse. I was in a meeting but she left a message to call back. When I did a different nurse listened to my brief summary and quickly scheduled a same day (that morning) appointment. Crisp, understanding, and efficient.
Dr. Hurteau is always emphatic and caring. He is a great listener and always asks if there are any questions or concerns.
The visit was a well planned and informative experience
Quick appointment in an hour of my request on my chart !
This provider is one of the best doctors I have ever seen! He's very knowledgeable, polite, caring, and makes me feel very comfortable! He is always there and available when I have any questions or problems with my health!
Love the doctor and his staff ! All very professional
Always a pleasure
Attentive. Professional.Timely.Very effective. 10's!
Dr. Hurteau is excellent! He listens to you, explains everything in an understandable manner and really cares about your health.
ALL was done well. Hard to improve on that!
I had a appointment with this doctor scheduled for 4/13/2026 and I had to change it because I have an operation on my left foot on 4/10/2026 and this office was able to get me in for my yearly physical before my surgery and everyone was so helpful.
Dr hurteau is professional, has a high expectation of professionalism from his staff. They all seem to work together as a positive team. The staff have a very high regard to him. He is a good mentor and an excellent dr towards his patients
The staff and Dr. Are always professional and I don't have any issues with them or the office staff
Dr hurteau is compassionate professional and very knowledgeable. He is an excellent listener, brings humour to our mtgs which calms me and my husband so are able to talk freely. His staff obviously regard him highly just from their positive comments
Always supportiveSmiles really make a differenceI'm grateful for all who help me
Place is always great
It's very important to me for my health , to be seen by my primary care physician.He knows me and my history, makes it easy for me to get the care I need.
I trust Dr Hurteau. He listens and does a thorough job even though he is extremely busy! He gets a high rating. If you don't trust your Dr, the appointment is worthless. My whole family likes our appointments with Dr Hurteau, and I do too even though I generally am skeptical of Doctors. Hurteau gets a 10!
Our appointments never feel rushed which I think is a common problem in healthcare these days so I appreciate that. I always feel like the care is genuine. I feel like we are always explained in detail any questions or concerns we may have.
I'm so fortunate to have Dr.Hurteau as my Primary Care Physician! I feel that he genuinely cares about my wellbeing. He has earned my trust and respect!
My primary Dr Herteau was excellent! He listened to my concerns took his time with me, and I had a very positive experience.
My first visit with Doctor Hurteau went very well. He did not rush our visit, took time to answer all my questions and explained in detail so I could understand. Was impressed, never had a doctor take this much time for a first visit. Very personable..
Dr Hurteu excellent listener and very thorough with his assessment skills. He is an excellent provider.
Always applies an experience when visiting this doctors office. The staff is always friendly and knowledgeable. Dr. Hurteau is the best, I never feel rushed and feel that he really cares about my health
Dr Hurteau is awesome!
Dr Bret Herteau is an amazing physician, he truly cares about the wellbeing and health of his patients.His team of health care providers ( nurses, admin staff and LNPs) are world class healthcare providers. I no longer feel the need to seek healthcare in Boston, because SouthCoast Health has risen to world class care
I have a long term, very trusting relationship with Dr.Hurteau. He is empathetic and honest and tells the truth about his findings, positive or negative with suggestions to mitigate the negative.
I really feel listened to and taken care of, I am very happy with my care
Dr. Herto and his team, nurse practitioners, are incredible. I would recommend them to everybody all the time. I'm very sensitive and nervous and have a lot of things going on with me and they are always patient, helpful, and I never feel rushed. And I always feel like they actually care about what's going on. It's always timely and just a pleasant experience for something that is not always a fun thing to do.
Love Dr Hurteau. He listens and always addresses my issues
Dr. Hurteau is #1. His staff is also professional and caring.
Dr Hurteau always listens with intentVery professional reception Seen within minutes of sitting down
They very attentive to my questions, I leave very comfortable with my vesit.
The whole staff, including Dr Hurteau, listens and cares about their patients. I feel I am the getting the best possible care
Dr Hurteau always takes the time to listen and answer all your questions. He Cares about helping his patients get the best care.
Dr Hurteau always listens to understand about me and my health. He always takes time to explain things in a way that is easy to understand. He did do this last visit. I am very appreciative to have him as my primary care doctor.
So happy we switched from Hawthorne to you all. Best move we could've made.
Dr. Hurteau and his staff are the best!!
Very satisfied Doctor hurteau explained current health status as well as assisting with future physician refrrrals to specialists that I need to follow up with. As a matter of fact, I hadn't even left the office and I already had a call from the urology specialist to schedule an appointment. Phenomenal service.
Everyone is kind, patient, helpful. Phlebotomist is excellent.
I have been with Dr Hurteau for years and like his no nonsense approach and advice. He always listens to me and I never feel rushed or just a number
Keep doing what you're doingu00A0
Dr Hurteau was excellent at my appointment he listened to every single question I had and answered them allI would could not ask for a more involved person for me to have as a provider
Today was my first visit with this Dr, and he was amazing! Everything about my visit today was perfect! From the Dr, medical assistant, girl at the desk! Everyone was great!
A big thanks to Dr.Hurteau & his team at Faunce corner Road Surgery. This was my first (new patient) appointment. I was really impressed by the speedy and polite check-in, my Q&A with the Nurse and then my consultation with the Doctor. Great follow-ups with a confirmed appointment in January along with the raising of my prescription which was available at my pharmacy by lunchtime the same day as my appointment. Really excellent customer service and a pleasant experience, Thanks
Dr. Herto is very personable and knowledgeable, intelligent. He seems to have the answers to every question I ask.
Dr. Hurteau is always kind. We had to have a difficult conversation and he was very empathetic. He put me at ease!!
Always have been able to see me when I am sick.
Dr Hurteau and his team have always been very respectful to me as a patient. Dr Hurteau is prompt in arriving on time for the scheduled apptm. Immediately listens to any of my concerns and we discuss in detail any next steps or results that require my attention. I feel very fortunate to have him as my PCP
Dr Hurteau never makes you feel rushed and he is very attentive and caring doctor.
Great communication and care was received
Dr Hurteau is truly exceptional! He cares, listens, and always asks his colleagues in specialty departments for insight if he is unsure about a specific issue which I find to be so impressive! His bedside manner is unmatched!
Dr. Hurteau always on time. Staff always friendly introducing themselves. Always address any isdues.
Doctor Hurto did a great job in his nurse was very respectful..
Everytime I need to be seen they always find a quick way to get me ther, always call back , and my doctor is always on top of my health, takes the time himself to call me if need to , I definitely respect that
Always the best
Dr Herteau is excellent! Listened to my questions. The lab is great.
Dr Hurteau and staff are always available when we need them. Dr Hurteau is caring and distinctively aware of our medical conditions and needs. He fully evaluates and prepares for our future needs and LISTENS to our concerns. He is a great and caring clinician. Keep him and pay him well.