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Dr. Matthew Couch, MD

Dr. Matthew Couch, MD

General Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Matthew Couch, MD is a general surgeon in St Petersburg, FL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University Of South Australia in 2003. He is affiliated with medical facilities HCA Florida Northside Hospital and HCA Florida Saint Petersburg Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (17 reviews)
Accepting New Patients
6449 38th Ave N Ste G4
St Petersburg, FL 33710

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well • Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital • America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
  • Trustworthy • Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews

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Dr. Couch's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Couch

4.2
17 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 star
71%
71%
4 star
12%
12%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
6%
6%
1 star
12%
12%

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I have never felt so comfortable with a doctor and was explained a policy and procedures the way he did thank you so much to the whole team.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Amanda Boger – Apr 24, 2024
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Great Surgeon.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Treassie Kelley – Sep 21, 2023
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I would not let Dr. Couch touch my dog let alone a loved one. In 2010 he did surgery on my mother. She had diverticulitis. Her intestines ruptured and he did emergency surgery on her. Long story short 3 days latter she had severe abdominal pain. Come to find out the stitches broke open in her stomach and made her sepsis had to be taken in for another emergency surgery. She passed away. Northside Hospital is the worst Hospital in the State of Florida, why do you think they are right next to a grave yard?? Hummm......
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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May 28, 2021
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Dr, Couch repaired two hernias less than two weeks ago and I feel great! i never took one pain pill after the operation and was walking around only hours after the procedure. I as able to sleep well every day since the operation without any discomfort. I would very highly recommend Dr. Couch to family and friends.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
11 others found this helpful
Helpful
Jeff kleinman in Seminole, FL – Mar 27, 2017
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biography

Dr. Matthew Couch, M.D., MPH received his medical degree from Flinders University of South Australia in 2002. He completed his residency in general surgery at Texas Tech University of Health Sciences. Dr. Couch has a master's in public health,...read more

  • General Surgery

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  • Texas Tech University

    Residency Hospital

  • Texas Tech University

    Internship Hospital

  • University Of South Australia

    Medical School, 2003
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • HCA Florida Northside Hospital

    6000 49th St N
    Saint Petersburg, FL 33709
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    77%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% lower than the national average

    68%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% lower than the national average

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  • HCA Florida Saint Petersburg Hospital

    6500 38th Ave N
    Saint Petersburg, FL 33710
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    75%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    9% lower than the national average

    68%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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