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9 Ratings with 3 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Luciano Costa is an oncologist and internal medicine physician who brings nearly three decades of medical expertise to his practice in Birmingham. He earned his medical degree from Universidade De São Paulo Faculdade De Medicina in Brazil, bringing international training and perspective to his patient care. With 28 years of experience treating cancer patients and managing complex internal medicine conditions, Dr. Costa has developed deep expertise in helping patients navigate their health journeys. He communicates with patients in English.
Dr. Costa practices at multiple UAB locations throughout Birmingham, Alabama, including UAB Hospital Birmingham, UAB Highlands, UAB Saint Vincents Birmingham, and UAB Saint Vincents East Hospital. He specializes in treating blood cancers such as multiple myeloma and helps patients manage side effects like nausea and vomiting from cancer treatments. Dr. Costa also provides care for high blood pressure and performs diagnostic tests including …complete blood counts and specialized protein assessments. Patients rate him 4.0 out of 5 stars on Vitals for his compassionate and thorough approach to care.
Read More Read less Dr. Costa practices at multiple UAB locations throughout Birmingham, Alabama, including UAB Hospital Birmingham, UAB Highlands, UAB Saint Vincents Birmingham, and UAB Saint Vincents East Hospital. He specializes in treating blood cancers such as multiple myeloma and helps patients manage side effects like nausea and vomiting from cancer treatments. Dr. Costa also provides care for high blood pressure and performs diagnostic tests including …complete blood counts and specialized protein assessments. Patients rate him 4.0 out of 5 stars on Vitals for his compassionate and thorough approach to care.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 28 years of experience
- speaks English
- Universidade De Sao Paulo Faculdade De Medicina Sao Paulo (Fmsp-Usp)
- 3 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 13 areas of expertise
- 4 hospital affiliations
- 6 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Luciano Jose Megale Costa has 6 locationsHematology Oncology At The Kirklin Clinic Of Uab Hospital
2000 6th Ave S Fl 5Birmingham, AL 35233 Tel: (205) 801-9034
University Of Alabama Hospital Internal Medicine Hospitalists
1802 6th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233 Tel: (205) 934-4011
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Luciano Jose Megale Costa, MD | Joshua Thomas Gautney | Raghunandan Konda | James A. Gillespie, MD |
| Oncology | Critical Care Medicine | Nephrology | Anesthesiology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 28 Years of Experience | 10 Years of Experience | 11 Years of Experience | 10 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | ||
| Birmingham , AL | Pell City , AL | Birmingham , AL | Pell City , AL |
| Med School: Universidade De Sao Paulo Faculdade De Medicina Sao Paulo (Fmsp-Usp) | Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine | Med School: Karnataka Institute Of Medical Sciences | Med School: University Of Queensland School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Luciano Jose Megale Costa
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Luciano Jose Megale Costa has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Luciano Jose Megale Costa has the following 13 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
28 Years Experience
Dr. Luciano Jose Megale Costa holds an expired medical license in the state of Alabama.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Alabama that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Universidade De Sao Paulo Faculdade De Medicina Sao Paulo (Fmsp-Usp) in 1998.
NPI Number
Dr. Costa's NPI number is 1477606309.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Luciano Costa affiliated with?
- Dr. Luciano Costa is affiliated with Uab Highlands, Uab Hospital Birmingham, Uab St Vincents Birmingham, and Uab Saint Vincents East Hospital.
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- You can find contact information for Dr. Luciano Costa here on Vitals.
- Where is Dr. Luciano Costa's office located?
- Dr. Luciano Costa's office is located at 1802 6th Ave S, Birmingham, AL, 35233.
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