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Brett Hurteau, DO

Chief Medical Officer of Southcoast Health Network & Medical Director of Primary Care Clinical Operations and Practice Transformation

4.9 out of 5 (309 Ratings)

Specialties:

Family Medicine / Pediatrics / Primary Care

About Brett Hurteau

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

Practicing at the following locations:

  1. Southcoast Health Family Medicine

    500 Faunce Corner Road 2nd Floor Suite 170
    Dartmouth, MA 02747

    P: 508-973-2216

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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 (75)

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 hurteau always asks the proper questions to get to the proper diagnosis and genuinely cares about his patients

  • Dr Hurteau is the best doctor you have at South Coast

  • Dr. Hurteau is an excellent doctor. I feel very comfortable with him. He knows he actually takes the time to listen and pay attention. He knows what's going on. If I could rate more than 10 out of a 10, I certainly would. He is excellent and I'm very happy to have him as a doctor and would highly recommend him to anybody asking. 100 out of 10. Thank you.

  • Dr Hurteau and his staff have always been professional, knowledgeable, and caring.

  • Dr Hurteau wanted to get to the root of my pain and swelling and ordered a full blood panel. My pain is subsiding but tests are still being run after being on Prednisone. He didn't dismiss me and it was a good feeling.

  • Appointment was scheduled for same day. No waiting. Dr. Hurteau is always reassuring and efficient. Needed prescriptions were provided quickly.

  • Doctor Hurteau and his staff are the best! Keep up the excellent work and God be with you all always! Thank you so much!

  • Dr. Hurteau and I have a professional relationship of a number of years. I trust and rely on his judgment and medical advice and today I got both.

  • This whole office is great beginning to end

  • My experience was awesome and from my point of view there's nothing you could have done better. Thank you.

  • Listened and advised accordingly.

  • So far .. Great to have Dr. Hurteau and staff on my team

  • Dr Hurteau always takes his time to go over how your doing he also gives a thorough exam goes over all your blood work gives his opinion on what you can work on in the most respectful way and also let's you know what he does to try to stay healthy. He ia an excellent doctor!

  • Always a great experience in this office. From the check-in staff to Medical Assistant to the Check-out staff. Pleasant. Helpful.

  • Responded to my message on my chart within minutes and called me immediately to get me scheduled with Dr. Hurteau the same day. I was so grateful for that.

  • Dr. Hurteau is one of the kindest and most thorough doctors I have ever seen. He makes talking about health and mental health issues very easy to discuss.

  • Southcoast is lucky to have Dr. Hurteau. He is an exceptional person.

  • Discuss care options and rationale.

  • Always a pleasant visit with Dr. Hurteauu00A0& his staff

  • You got a "10". can't improve on that.

  • From the triage nurse to Dr Hurteau and his staff they are out standing!!

  • Dr. Hurteau listens to my concerns and I'm able to participate in my own health care and I like that very much, and he really listens to what I have to say. He's a very good provider.

  • Dr. Hurteau is knowledgeable, yet relatable in how he addresses my conditions and concerns. He is extremely approachable and I feel comfortable discussing my issues with him. Also, his staff is friendly and accommodating.

  • I was seen by my PC physician and that was definitely a relief based on the fact that he knows me and is better suited to provide specific care for me.I believe that a chart isn't the only thing that a patient needs in care, a personal approach is important to provide the best patient care possible.I was very fortunate to have been seen by my PC and know that is very rare in patient care lately.

  • Dr Hurteau takes time and listens to my concerns. He is actively engaged in the discussion and not distracted. He provides important feedback and next steps to address my concerns. He truly cares!

  • Dr Hurteau and his team demonstrate professionalism, compassion and courtesy always.Dr Hurteau sets a high standard for his staff and provides the highest level of care possible

  • Dr.Hurteau fantastic physician! Caring,understanding and extremely knowledgeable. One of Southcoast s best!

  • Dr Hurteau has always listened to issues I've had

  • Dr. Hurteau knows me and my medical background. He is clear when responding to my questions. And is open to my opinion.

  • I have absolutely no reservations about the professionalism and qualifications of my doctor and his office staff. Doctor Hurteau is the best primary doctor I ever had. He listens to everything I say and he explains everything in detail. He's very thorough. I wouldn't want to ever have to find someone else. I appreciate him keeping me on as his patient. ?????

  • This office does everything wellIf it ain't broke don't fix it

  • Every aspect of my visit was great

  • Dr. Hurteau is really a great doctor

  • So compassionate , listening to concerns, as always.

  • Very lucky to have Dr. Hurteau as my Primary Physician. Dr. Hurteau is very genuine and sincerely cares about his patients and their health. Thank you for all you do!

  • Dr Hurteau is very understanding and always listens to me. I'm very happy being his patient and trust him with my health.

  • This office is always great and my provider is the greastest

  • The lab techs are always prompt professional. Like having lab in office.

  • Dr Hurteau always takes his time to answer and explain any questions I have. He is very attentive.

  • A great visit as always Dr Hurteau is awesome

  • when I walked up to the desk to check in that I had arrived the girl at the desk never acknowledged me ..the girl may have had a head set on so maybe she was on a call but I didn't hear her talking..felt ignored so I moved to the next window and that girl readily acknowledged me

  • My visit this morning with Dr Hurteau went well and I was VERY pleased with all that transpired during the appt. The assistant was cordial and friendly, the Dr. was very pleasant and listened to my concerns. I got a whole lot accomplished in a short amount of time.

  • The appointment was on time. Dr Hurteau was attentive and listened to me when asking me about my life and health

  • I do not have any feedback for improvement. Since Dr. Hurteau has been my primary care physician, I have received thoughtful care, timely care, immediate response, and attentive follow through.

  • Excellent all the way around!

  • We could not imagine having a better primary care MD. Dr Hurteau is the most compassionate and professional Physician. We are so grateful to him.

  • It was a routine physical. My provider was thorough and seemed genuinely concerned for my health.

  • I was brought in right on time. Only about two minutes for physician after answering questions with support staff. Great conversation and everything went well. No problems.

  • He always listens and makes me feel heard.

  • the staff are all attentive, compassionate, and good at their jobs.

  • Very professional appointment and care. I am confident in trusting my healthcare to this facility. Thank you!

  • Dr Hurto was Great. [Name] [Name] also great. Very happy with both of them

  • I've been on the South Coast for about 12 years and what I admire is the attention that secretaries, nurses and doctors give to patients.

  • Dr. Hurteau got me right in the office and set up the CT scan asap

  • Dr hurteau and his staff always listen to my concerns and I never feel rushed. I am very pleased with the respect and care I receive from my PCP.

  • I did not even have time to open my book before I was called into the treatment area. Dr.Hurteau was prompt, professional and concerned as always. Labs were ordered and drawn at the same office as well as those ordered by another physcian at the fairhaven facility, very conveinient for me.

  • Dr Hurteau is amazing. He's patient and kind, my son loves all the providers he has seen in this office. The MA was also very nice and easy going. Front desk did not acknowledge me standing there for a bit.

  • Everything was well done. I have no complaints. Thank you. Bye-bye.

  • Nothing to improve on

  • Dr Hurteau is the best. Always.

  • My appointment was at 10am...they took at 915am...because i always go early...and they always take me early...which makes life alot easier for me...so I was Happy with all the information the doctor & nurses get me...Great visitu00A0

  • Was able to see me on a holiday weekend. Thanks to everyone.

  • Dr. Hurteau listen to all my problems and is trying to clarify all the questions that I have with the specialists

  • Dr Hurteau listens to what I have to say and provides feedback. I have active participation in my health regimen.

  • I was taken on time, the Doctor came in with in a minute of rooming me. He is quick and efficient . He is up to date with my health. Top notch office experience.

  • By take the time to listen and talk about my health and it's nice to know that my doctor cares about my health and I think he the best

  • no worries your doing great

  • Every aspect of this visit was excellent!

  • Everything was done in a professional manner and all questions were addressed properly and with utmost professionalism

  • Dr Hurteau has the best bedside manners of any physician I've dealt with. Great people skill and an awesome MD!

  • I would prefer to have my blood work scheduled before my appointment so that I could talk to Dr. Hurteau about any concerns or questions.

  • From front desk to Dr.Hurteau, lab and follow up, service was excellent.

  • Dr.Hurteau listens and talks to his patient. He doesn't rush out and blow a patient away....I love him for my dr.

  • The doctor already knew about some upcoming events I have scheduled and made sure everything was clear to me..

  • Keep up the good work great service I'm very happy with Dr.Hurteu

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