Dean Borissov Kostov, MD

Neurosurgery, Spine Surgery, Neurointerventional Specialist

Languages Spoken:

English

Gender:

Male

4.8
Based on 332 ratings
Dean Borissov Kostov, MD

About Dean Borissov Kostov, MD

Dr. Kostov is a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Kostov completed his General Surgery Internship at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center then continued at UPMC to finish his residency in Neurological Surgery. In 2010, he finalized a fellowship in Neuroendovascular Neurosurgery also from UPMC, one of the nation's leading programs in this endovascular subspecialty. Dr. Kostov is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.

Dr. Kostov is now an attending neurosurgeon and neuroendovascular specialist at Riverside Regional Medical Center where the health system's comprehensive, regional Center for Neurosciences is located. Dr. Kostov specializes in cranial and spine surgeries as well as stereotactic and endovascular procedures. He focuses on less-invasive treatments, education and care of the "whole patient," considering it both a privilege and responsibility to care for patients and their families when they are at their most vulnerable.

Dr. Kostov is married with two sons and enjoys skiing, windsurfing and cycling. He grew up on the West Coast and later settled here after training in Pittsburgh. He appreciates the feeling of community and enjoys living in Hampton Roads.

Education

Medical: University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Residency: University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Residency: University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Internship: University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Fellowship: University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

Board Certifications

American Board of Neurological Surgery - Neurological Surgery

Locations

Riverside Hampton Roads Neurosurgical and Spine Specialists Newport News

12200 Warwick Boulevard, 410, Newport News, VA 23601

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Riverside Hampton Roads Neurosurgical and Spine Specialists Williamsburg

120 Kings Way, 2200, Williamsburg, VA 23185

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Ratings & Reviews

Riverside Health is committed to exceptional quality, safety and service. All ratings and comments are obtained from patient survey data collected and verified by Press Ganey, an independent organization focused on improving patient experience. Star ratings are displayed for those physicians who participate in Riverside’s patient experience survey program through Press Ganey and have received a minimum of 30 surveys responses.

Overall Satisfaction
4.8
Based on 332 ratings
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June 30, 2025
Dr. Kostov and the NP were knowledgeable kind and professional.
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June 28, 2025
I would highly recommend this team.
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June 27, 2025
Very little discussion of risk.I will HIGHLY recommend Dr. Kostov to anyone.
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June 11, 2025
Dr Kostov & entire staff are extremely knowledgeable professionals that truly care about their patients.
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June 07, 2025
Great doctor and nurses. Great experience.
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June 04, 2025
Everyone was top notch!
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June 04, 2025
Dr. Kostov, explained everything on a way that I could understand. He made me feel at ease and comfortable.
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May 29, 2025
Would like to discuss the risks and benefits of treatment more thoroughly
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May 28, 2025
[...] was amazingly easy to talk to as was Dr Kostav.
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May 28, 2025
She was well informed about my condition.
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May 28, 2025
In all my dealings with Dr Kostov and the staff surrounding him have always been outstanding . In their care & expertise . I would recommend Dr Kostov as an excellent surgeon and person on person medical caretaker
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May 19, 2025
Good
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May 04, 2025
I will and have always recommend Dr Kostov to family and friends!
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May 04, 2025
Best team on the east coast
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April 28, 2025
All my concerns were addressed and all my questions were answered.
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April 27, 2025
I can't say enough, good things about the people in this office from the physicians assistant to the assistant to the doctor
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April 27, 2025
[...] Dr. Kostov Assistant was very helpful and answered my concerns Dr. Kostov is the best surgeon and trust him
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April 04, 2025
Good experience!
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April 02, 2025
Walked me Thur ever step .Explained everything that was happening
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March 23, 2025
Dr. Kostov has completed 2 previous surgeries for me. One major (2015) and one minor (2023), and I wouldn't go to anyone else. I often share his name with others requiring spinal surgery.
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