Dean Borissov Kostov, MD

Neurosurgery, Spine Surgery, Neurointerventional Specialist

Languages Spoken:

English

Gender:

Male

4.8
Based on 315 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, 2600, 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 315 ratings
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February 25, 2026
All good!
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February 23, 2026
Dr. Kostov and his staff are the BEST
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February 21, 2026
Thankfully, I didn't need surgery, but he gave me options in case I needed it in the future
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February 09, 2026
The entire team was great
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February 02, 2026
Dr. Kostov and team are the best !
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January 30, 2026
Best
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January 28, 2026
Dr Kostov is a doctor to be emulated by all.
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January 19, 2026
Highly recommend
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January 10, 2026
Dr Kostov is excellent at what he does! I have complete trust and confidence with him! He's definitely a favorite Dr of mine and I highly recommend him to others!
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December 22, 2025
He is excellent
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December 20, 2025
Everyone made me feel that my condition was the most important concern to them at that moment.
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December 17, 2025
I would absolutely highly recommend Dr. Kostov!
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November 26, 2025
All aspects of my visit werr excellent. Thank you for the great care.
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November 23, 2025
He explained everything in a way that was easy to understand . Had a great bed side manner !
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November 22, 2025
Very good
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November 21, 2025
Dr. Kostov was very personable, empathetic and caring. I think he has lived up to the information I received about his excellence.
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November 19, 2025
I always feel listen to and choices are mine about treatments. I think Dr Kostov is excellent in knowledge and bedside manner. I would not go to any other.
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November 08, 2025
Didn't cover post-op quite as well as I liked but I didn't ask the right questions.
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November 07, 2025
Dr. Kostov was amazing.
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November 05, 2025
Excellent
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