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Dr. Alvin Cowans, DPM

Dr. Alvin Cowans, DPM

Podiatric Foot & Ankle Surgery*
10+ years of experience

Dr. Alvin Cowans, DPM is a podiatric foot & ankle surgery specialist in Powder Springs, GA and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery in 2012. He is affiliated with medical facilities Wellstar Paulding Medical Center and Wellstar Douglas Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Optimum Podiatry

5077 Dallas Hwy Ste 311 Powder Springs, GA 30127

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(770) 727-0614

Dr. Cowans is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Podiatry

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Cowans specializes in the areas of Foot Surgery & Podiatric Orthopedics and Primary Podiatric Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Cowans' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cowans

4.7

12 ratings, 12 with a written review
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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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Jay T. – Mar 05, 2025
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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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Jasmine Ellis – Oct 24, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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william palladino in Kennesaw, ga – Aug 04, 2024
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What went well
  • 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
4 people found this helpful
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Carol Patterson – Oct 28, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Lanard Boyd – Jun 12, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Nov 21, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
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Kendra Cheshire in Douglasville, GA – Feb 20, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
3 people found this helpful
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Anthony bell in Douglasville, GA – Jan 09, 2019
Thank you Mr. Anthony Bell for trusting me with...Read More
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
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Keith Jacobs in Temple , GA – Sep 12, 2018
Thank you Mr. Keith Jacobs for trusting me with...Read More
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What went well
  • 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
3 people found this helpful
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Geraldine Boyd in Acworth,GA – Jun 20, 2017
Thanks for putting you trust in me! You did...Read More
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Frederick in Dallas GA – Jul 18, 2016
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What went well
  • 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
5 people found this helpful
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Connie in Ball Ground, GA – Jun 10, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Cowans is committed to providing the highest level of care for his patients and considers it a privilege to care for you and your family. Dr. Cowans' upbeat personality and smiling face is sure to put you at ease during a visit to our office.

biography

Dr. Alvin Cowans is a board certified practicing podiatric physician, specializing in Foot and Ankle Surgery in Powder Springs, GA.

  • Podiatric Foot & Ankle Surgery

  • Podiatry

  • Podiatry Sports Medicine

  • Podiatric Surgery

  • Pediatric Podiatry

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Barry Foot And Ankle Institute At Mercy Hospital, Miami, Fl

    Residency Hospital, 2015

  • Barry University School Of Podiatric Medicine And Surgery

    Medical School, 2012

  • Barry University / Master Of Science In Biomedical Sciences

    2008

  • Florida Atlantic University

    Undergraduate School, 2004
American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery®
American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery
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Foot Surgery†
American Board of Podiatric Medicine®
American Board of Podiatric Medicine
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Podiatric Orthopedics and Primary Podiatric Medicine†
†Self designated 

Dr. Cowans is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Podiatry

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    Locations

    Optimum Podiatry

    Optimum Podiatry5077 Dallas Hwy Ste 311 Powder Springs, GA 30127
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Wellstar Paulding Medical Center

      2518 Jimmy Lee Smith Pkwy
      Hiram, GA 30141
      Recipient of 6
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

      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.

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% lower than the national average

      78%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback

    • Wellstar Douglas Hospital

      8954 Hospital Dr
      Douglasville, GA 30134
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

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

      View all awards

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

      82%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% lower than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality