Dr. James Dowd, MD

Rheumatology*MaleAge 62

Rheumatology*

Dr. James Dowd, MD is a rheumatologist in Brighton, MI and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Dowd has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. He graduated from University of Texas Health San Antonio School of Dentistry in 1987. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Ascension Saint John Hospital and Trinity Health Livingston Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. James Dowd, MD

Practice

10484 Citation Dr Ste 100 Brighton, MI 48116
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Accepting new patients

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Dowd specializes in the areas of Pediatric Rheumatology & Rheumatology. See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Dowd's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Dowd

3.3

30 ratings, 15 with a written review
5 Star
57%
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
7%
7%
1 Star
37%
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Dec 04, 2021
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
1 person found this helpful
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Mar 17, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
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Aug 20, 2020
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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
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Dave – Mar 13, 2020
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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
3 people found this helpful
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Pat – Aug 01, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
5 people found this helpful
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MI – Mar 03, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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Jan 25, 2019
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
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Tamara in Grand Blanc – Aug 29, 2018
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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
5 people found this helpful
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Jan Eric in MI – Jun 07, 2018
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
6 people found this helpful
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Willow in , MI – May 15, 2018
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
10 people found this helpful
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Apr 25, 2018
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 23, 2018
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
12 people found this helpful
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Mar 03, 2018
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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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Earl langen in Brighton MI – Feb 23, 2017
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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
21 people found this helpful
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Robert Fauls in Fenton, MI – Jan 11, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. James Dowd, MD is a rheumatologist in Brighton, MI and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Dowd has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. He graduated from University of Texas Health San Antonio School of Dentistry...read more
  • Rheumatology

  • Pediatric Rheumatology

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

  • University Of Texas Health San Antonio School Of Dentistry

    Medical School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Pediatrics®
Pediatric Rheumatology
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Rheumatology
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Locations

Practice

James E. Dowd MD PC10484 Citation Dr Ste 100 Brighton, MI 48116
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Practice

St Joseph Mercy Hospital620 Byron Rd Howell, MI 48843
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • University Hospital-University of Michigan

    1500 E Medical Center Dr
    Ann Arbor, MI 48109
    Recipient of 15
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    18% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital

    5301 E Huron Riv Dr
    Ann Arbor, MI 48106
    Recipient of 21
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Trinity Health Livingston Hospital

    620 Byron Rd
    Howell, MI 48843
    Recipient of 7
    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

    View all awards

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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