About Me
As an obstetric patient safety officer at NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn, I am dedicated to creating a safe and supportive environment for every patient. My philosophy centers around clear communication, attentive care, and fostering a culture of trust. Whether managing routine deliveries or complex emergencies, my goal is always to ensure that patients feel heard, respected, and confident in the care they receive.
I specialize in managing patients with a wide range of obstetric conditions, from routine pregnancies to high-risk cases involving complications such as preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, preterm labor, and postpartum hemorrhage. My role involves both preventing and managing obstetric complications, requiring constant vigilance and interdisciplinary collaboration to ensure the highest standards of safety for both mothers and newborns.
Throughout my career, I have developed unique skills in handling high-acuity obstetric situations. I routinely manage obstetric emergencies such as postpartum hemorrhage and hypertensive crises, which demand rapid assessment and decisive intervention. Additionally, I participate in operative deliveries, including complex cesarean sections, where technical skill and calm leadership are crucial in high-pressure environments. My commitment to patient safety and optimal outcomes is unwavering.
My journey into medicine began with a deep love for the sciences, nurtured by a family friend who became a mentor. Inspired by his dedication to patient care, I pursued a career in medicine and discovered my passion for obstetrics and gynecology during clinical rotations in medical school. The balance between surgery and medicine, combined with the exemplary role models I encountered, solidified my interest in this specialty. As part of NYU Langone, I am proud to collaborate with a dedicated team to provide the highest standard of comprehensive and coordinated care for my patients.
Conditions and Treatments
Conditions
- pregnancy
Treatments
- annual gyn screening
Learn more about conditions we treat at NYU Langone:
PregnancyCredentials
Positions
- Clinical Assistant Professor,
- Interim Site Director, Obstetrical Patient Safety Officer Program, NYU Langone Hospital-Brooklyn
Board Certifications
- American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology - Obstetrics & Gynecology, 1997
Education and Training
- Residency, New York Medical College (St. Vincent's Catholic Medical Center), Obstetrics & Gynecology, 1987
- MD from Thomas Jefferson University, 1983
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Insurance Plans Accepted
This provider accepts the following insurance plans.
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Aetna
- Aetna HMO
- Aetna Indemnity
- Aetna Medicare
- Aetna POS
- Aetna PPO/EPO
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Amidacare
- Amidacare
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Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Empire BCBS
- Empire BCBS Top Tier
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Centerlight
- Centerlight
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Cigna
- Cigna EPO/POS
- Cigna PPO
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ElderPlan
- ElderPlan
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Emblem
- Emblem Select Care Exchange
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Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield EPO
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield HealthPlus
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield Indemnity
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield MediBlue
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield POS
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
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Fidelis
- Fidelis Child Health
- Fidelis Exchange
- Fidelis Medicaid
- Fidelis Medicare
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GHI
- GHI CBP
- GHI HMO
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HIP
- HIP Access I
- HIP Access II
- HIP Child Health
- HIP EPO/PPO
- HIP HMO
- HIP Medicaid
- HIP Medicare
- HIP POS
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Hamaspik Choice
- Hamaspik Choice Medicare DSNP
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Healthfirst
- Healthfirst
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Hotel Trades
- Hotel Trades
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Humana
- Humana Medicare
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Local 1199
- Local 1199 PPO
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Longevity Health Plan
- Longevity Health Plan Medicare
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MagnaCare
- MagnaCare PPO
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Medicaid
- NY Medicaid
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Medicare
- Medicare
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MultiPlan/PHCS
- MultiPlan/PHCS PPO
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NYS Health Insurance Plan
- The Empire Plan
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Oxford
- Oxford Freedom
- Oxford Liberty
- Oxford Medicare
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Railroad Medicare
- Railroad Medicare
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River Spring Health Plan
- River Spring Medicare HMP SNP
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Tricare
- Tricare
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UHC
- UnitedHealthcare EPO
- UnitedHealthcare HMO
- UnitedHealthcare Medicare
- UnitedHealthcare POS
- UnitedHealthcare PPO
- UnitedHealthcare Top Tier
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VNS
- Visiting Nurse Service (VNS) Medicare
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Village Caremax
- Village Caremax
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WellCare
- WellCare Medicare
Donald S. Matheson, MD does not accept insurance.
Locations and Appointments
NYU Langone Hospital Brooklyn
150 55th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11220