About
Dr. Mark E. Costa trained in internal medicine at the Boston Veterans Administration Medical Center, completing both his internship and residency there from 1984 to 1987. He then pursued a Clinical Research Fellowship in Hypertension at the Whitaker Cardiovascular Institute and worked with the Framingham Heart Study at Boston University Hospital through 1989. A Senior Fellowship in Clinical Nephrology at the Boston Veterans Administration Medical Center followed, giving him specialized depth in blood pressure and kidney disease. He holds Diplomate status from both the National Board of Medical Examiners and the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Dr. Costa earned his medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine in 1984 and his Bachelor of Science in Biology, Magna Cum Laude, from the University of Rochester in 1980. He has served as an Instructor in Medicine at Harvard Medical School since 1994 and previously held a clinical instructor role at Tufts University School of Medicine. A former Medical Director at a Massachusetts General Hospital practice and physician in their Executive Registry, he brings that executive health experience directly to his Wellesley patients. He is passionate about genomics and preventive medicine, and his work integrating genetic testing into primary care has earned coverage in Time Magazine, CNN Money, and the 23andMe Blog. Outside medicine, he enjoys surfing and regular trips with his family to the coast of Maine.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Bachelor of Science in Biology, Magna Cum Laude, University of Rochester, 1980
Medical School
Boston University School of Medicine, MD, 1984
Residency
Residency in Internal Medicine, Boston Veterans Administration Medical Center, 1985-1987
Fellowship
Clinical Research Fellowship in Hypertension, Whitaker Cardiovascular Institute; Senior Fellowship in Clinical Nephrology, Boston Veterans Administration Medical Center
Additional Training
Intern in Internal Medicine, Boston Veterans Administration Medical Center, 1984-1985; Instructor in Medicine, Harvard Medical School, since 1994; former Clinical Instructor, Tufts University School of Medicine
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Costa right for?
Dr. Costa is a strong fit for adults who want a proactive, prevention-focused approach to their health. Patients with hypertension, metabolic concerns, or complex chronic conditions benefit from his specialized training. Executives seeking comprehensive health assessments find his background in executive medicine directly relevant. Patients interested in genomics and personalized health planning will find his genetic testing integration especially valuable. He sees adults aged 16 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Costa focuses on internal medicine, preventive medicine, executive health, and primary care. He has specialized training in hypertension and nephrology from his fellowship work at the Whitaker Cardiovascular Institute and the Boston Veterans Administration Medical Center. He also addresses metabolic nutritional deficiencies, sex hormone optimization, and stress hormone imbalances.
Yes. Dr. Costa holds Diplomate status from both the National Board of Medical Examiners and the American Board of Internal Medicine. He earned these credentials in 1985 and 1989 respectively.
Dr. Costa trained at Boston University School of Medicine, where he earned his medical degree in 1984. He completed his internship and residency in internal medicine at the Boston Veterans Administration Medical Center. He later completed fellowships in hypertension research and clinical nephrology at the same institution and at the Whitaker Cardiovascular Institute.
Yes. Dr. Costa integrates genetic testing as a core part of his clinical approach. He is passionate about genomics and preventive medicine. His work in this area has earned coverage in Time Magazine, CNN Money, and the 23andMe Blog.
Yes. Dr. Costa has served as an Instructor in Medicine at Harvard Medical School since 1994. He previously held a clinical instructor role at Tufts University School of Medicine. He also served as Medical Director at a Massachusetts General Hospital practice and as a physician in their Executive Registry.
Dr. Costa sees adults aged 16 and older. His background in executive health makes him well suited for professionals seeking thorough annual assessments. He also works with patients managing chronic conditions like hypertension and kidney disease, as well as those pursuing long-term wellness and prevention goals.
Yes. Dr. Costa offers both telehealth and house call options for his patients. These services extend his availability beyond the home office setting in Wellesley.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026
