About Rachael Bednarz-Medeiros DO
Rachael Bednarz-Medeiros, DO earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology, with a minor in Psychology from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. She obtained her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine in Biddeford, ME. Dr. Bednarz-Medeiros completed her Internal Medicine Residency at Kent Hospital/Brown University in Warwick, RI.
With a deep-rooted commitment to patient advocacy, she strives to provide compassionate, whole-person care that goes beyond treating medical conditions — care that uplifts, supports, and empowers individuals to take charge of their health. Her personal philosophy centers on delivering non-judgmental, inclusive care that enhances both physical wellbeing and overall quality of life.
Dr. Bednarz-Medeiros values the opportunity to engage in preventative medicine and to help her patients maintain their long-term health. She is passionate about forming lasting relationships and serving as a trusted partner in each patient’s healthcare journey.
Having been born and raised in the South Coast, Southcoast Health holds special meaning for her. It represents the community that helped shape who she is — both personally and professionally — and she is proud to give back by caring for the people and families in the region she calls home.
Outside of work, she enjoys gardening, traveling, and spending quality time with family and friends.
Locations
208 Mill Road 1st Floor
Family Medicine
Fairhaven, MA
02719
Family Medicine
Fairhaven, MA
02719
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 (31)
Dr. Bednarz-Medeiros is so approachable. She was direct but sensitive about delivering information.
I am so happy with Dr Bednarz Medeiros. She has always done a comprehensive review of my chart before I arrive. She listens and shows genuine caring and interest in my health. She is extremely knowledgeable and is open and honest. I feel very fortunate to have her as my PCP!
Super friendly and easy-going. Explained everything clearly, and made me feel like she cared. Highly recommend.
Dr Bednarz-Medeiros was very kind and understanding. All questions were answered in a way that was easily understood. She took her time and really listened to my concerns
Everything was fantastic and thought it was a fabulous facility and staff .Thank You ! Very much !
Excellent experience overall!
South Coast helped me get to a provider quickly after mine retired. I didn't know what to expect but Dr Medeiros and staff were extremely professional and immediately put me at ease.
It was a most pleasant first visit. The Dr had reviewed my chart before my appointment and was very kind, caring, and attentive. I did not feel rushed. Which was a welcome change. Thank you.
Everyone and everything was great at my visit. I was delayed for my appointment, because the parking area at my home was late to be plowed. I was still able to be seen, spend sufficient time with the doctor (first visit), and get my bloodwork done.
My Dr. Was so patient, informative, and helpful! The entire staff was amazing. Would DEFINITELY recommend.
Dr Rachael bednarz-Medeiros was very nice, she is a pleasure to deal with. She explains everything and is patient. She asked about something from my visit 3 months ago showing how much she listens and cares about her patients.
Everyone was very nice, thorough and on time!
This was the first time I met Rachael and I'm very excited to have her as a primary care physician. She listens and is very knowledgeable.
New patient with this Doctor. First time we had meet. She was great and seemed to be very caring.My medical pass was discussed. She answered all my medical concern. I would definitely refer her as a primary care physician. Thank you.
This is the first time I have met my primary care physician as my other one has retired. So this is my first meeting with her. It was very enjoyable. I got along well with her and everything, all her information was up to date and I felt very good about the visit. Thank you.
Both the tech [Name] and Dr Rachael were welcoming, caring, and professional. This was my first visit to the practice and I was extremely impressed. Thank you!
Excellent first experience with Dr Rachael Mederios
I am a new patient and I am very happy with the care I am receiving.
Dr. Rachel Bednarz-Medeiros is a wonderful addition to the South Coast team! She is thorough, kind, knowledgeable and compassionate. I felt very comfortable and listened too and appreciate a Physician of this caliber in our area.
Good experience beginning to end. I have already recommended provider.
This was my first visit with Southcoast, it only took about 2 weeks for appt. Dr. Bednarz-Medeiros has an excellent bedside manner. I haven't been to the Dr's in several years. She was very understanding and listened to everything I had to say.
This was my initial experience with Southcoast and it was very satisfactory.The support staff was extremely courteous and helpful and Dr Medeiros was very thorough in covering my medical history.
Greeted with a smile and warm welcome. Check in was easy and not much of a wait to be called in to see the doctor. Checking out and making appointments where done with no problem.
Dr Bernarz Medeiros is very personable and knowledgable. She is dedicated to Southcoast family and her life is well anchored in this area. This is very important to me in my effort to retain a PCP over the long haul!
She was very knowledgeable about my chart, and had looked at past tests at Hawthorne. She had a very pleasant manner, and didn't talk down to me.
Very timely, nice staff. Great communication and attention to patient.
This was my first visit with my new pcp Dr. Rachael Medeiros. She had thoroughly looked through my chart before meeting me today. She took much more effort than most doctors to address all my concerns. What a blessing to find such a great pcp!
Physician had reviewed my chart carefully prior to my visit which was greatly appreciated. She was clear and concise, answered all my questions, did not rush me. Listened carefully to my concerns and the visit was comprehensive. I have confidence in this provider and feel fortunate to have her as my new PCP.
I was very happy to get a new primary care doctor after my primary care doctor retired. It was a very long wait to find one. I was so happy to get Rachel Dednarz Medeiros DO for my primary care doctor.She was so nice and thoughtful when she went over my health issues.
I especially appreciated the time this doctor took to listen to me and discuss all of my concerns, offering possible solutions and referrals to specialists. I was very impressed that she called me the day following my appointment to discuss and explain my test results. I'm a new patient and am very impressed with this physician.
Dr. Rachael was very friendly, personable, knowledgeable and informative. I had an extremely positive experience with this introductory visit.
She is very professional and friendly and pay attention to your needs
The whole first experience with this office today was exceptional, from the front office check-in to the receptionist at checkout! The nurse was pleasant and thorough reviewing my medications and taking my vitals. The doctor was punctual, knowledgeable, as she had already reviewed my file and was prepared to ask pertinent questions regarding my overall health. Lastly, it was a very pleasant experience with this new provider and her staff. I look forward to our future encounters.
Excellent experience, Dr. Medeiros was very understanding and helpful.
Needs no improvement, she is very caring and knew everything about me before my visit.
Dr. Medeiros was so nice and friendly. She listened to me and explained things so I totally understood. Very happy with her as my new doctor!
Dr Medeiros was wonderful. She was kind and thoughtful.
This was my first visit with Dr Bednarz-Medeiros. She was prepared, personable, asked good questions, listened well and ensured we were in line on next steps. All staff friendly and professional.
I'm very impressed with my new dr. She gave me time I haven't received in years. She talked about future goals for my health, that was very important for me to hear. Very lnterested in my health and Me. Very pleased how she approached my health problems. Very happy and pleased patient