About
Scott Costley, DO, FAAFP is a board-certified family physician with more than two decades of practice in Hudson Valley, New York. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Biology and Anthropology from Binghamton University in 1990. He then completed his Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine at New York College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1994. Dr. Costley completed both his internship and Family Medicine residency at Womack Army Medical Center at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. He served as Chief Resident during his residency years from 1995 to 1997.
Following residency, Dr. Costley served as an Active Duty US Army Family Physician, reaching the rank of Major before completing his military service in 2001. He holds a Clinical Assistant Professor appointment at New York Medical College, a role he has held since 2014. Since 2021, he has served as Regional Medical Director of Primary Care West for Nuvance Health. Hudson Valley Magazine named him a Top Doctor every year from 2021 through 2024. He holds licensure in both New York and Connecticut. Dr. Costley describes himself as a primary care physician and athlete. He has finished two Ironman triathlons and enjoys hiking, kayaking, and scuba diving. He volunteers with Honduras Global Brigades through New York Medical College and serves as a Merit Badge Counselor for the Boy Scouts of America. He believes every patient deserves a physician who listens carefully and provides individualized care.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Binghamton University, B.A. Biology & Anthropology (1990)
Medical School
New York College of Osteopathic Medicine, Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine (1994)
Residency
Family Medicine, Womack Army Medical Center, Fort Bragg, NC (1995-1997), Chief Resident
Additional Training
Internship: Womack Army Medical Center, Fort Bragg, NC (1994-1995)
Certifications
Who is Dr. Costley right for?
Dr. Costley suits adults and families who want a long-term relationship with a single, consistent physician. Patients with complex or chronic health concerns benefit from his thorough diagnostic approach. His athletic background makes him a natural fit for active patients pursuing performance and preventive health goals. Anyone seeking same-day access and comprehensive annual screenings will find his practice well-suited to those needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Costley focuses on family medicine and treats a broad range of acute and chronic conditions. He gives particular attention to preventive care and health risk identification through advanced screenings and diagnostic tests. His goal is to address health concerns before they become serious.
Yes, Dr. Costley holds board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine. He earned his Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine from New York College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1994 and completed his residency training at Womack Army Medical Center.
Dr. Costley earned his medical degree from New York College of Osteopathic Medicine in Old Westbury, New York. He completed his internship and Family Medicine residency at Womack Army Medical Center at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. He served as Chief Resident during his residency.
Dr. Costley has practiced in Hudson Valley, New York for more than two decades. He has built strong relationships with local specialists through Nuvance Health over that time. Patients benefit from his deep familiarity with the regional healthcare landscape.
Dr. Costley believes every patient deserves a physician with the time to truly listen. He starts each encounter by hearing the patient's concerns, then offers individualized care options. He focuses on helping patients reach their personal health goals, not just managing disease.
Yes, Dr. Costley holds an affiliation with Northern Dutchess Hospital. As a Nuvance Health physician, he also connects to a broader network of over 1,000 clinicians across seven hospitals, including Vassar Brothers Medical Center.
Hudson Valley Magazine named Dr. Costley a Top Doctor in 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024. He also serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor at New York Medical College and as Regional Medical Director of Primary Care West for Nuvance Health.
Yes, Dr. Costley identifies as both a primary care physician and an athlete. He has completed two Ironman triathlons and actively participates in hiking, kayaking, and scuba diving. He enjoys helping active patients pursue optimal health and set personal performance goals.
Yes, Dr. Costley is reachable by phone after hours and on weekends for urgent matters. This is a standard benefit for members of his MDVIP-affiliated practice.
Doctor profile last updated June 6, 2026