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Dr. John Cowan Jr, MD

Dr. John Cowan Jr, MD

Neurosurgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. John Cowan Jr, MD is a neurosurgeon in Rome, GA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine in 2001. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as AdventHealth Redmond and AdventHealth Gordon. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 41 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (41 reviews)

AdventHealth Medical Group Neurosurgery at Rome

15 John Maddox Dr NW Rome, GA 30165
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Dr. Cowan Jr's Reviews

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3.5
41 ratings, 13 with a written review
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If you want to be labeled as a drug addict looking to get more drugs from a doctor than he's your pick - he told my husband that the episodes that he was having just a narcotics withdraw - however my husband has only had medication in his name for 6 months and none were narcotics - will never use him or allow him to touch my husband - after stay in hospital my husband has a nerve issue that needed a nerve study done to see what nerves are dead and what nerves are repairable - he was having a 'nerve seizures' - he only judges a book by the cover he doesn't even look at the charts to see what you are in hospital for if he did he would have seen that my husband just started having issues in Sept of 23 -
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 others found this helpful
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Redmond ER – Mar 01, 2024
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Rude and narcissistic.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Feb 16, 2022
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No words can describe how great my experience with Dr. Cowan was. I anticipated after my visit, having to wait a while for surgery while in agonizing pain. Instead, he jumped right on it. I've never had a Doctor ask to pray with me before surgery. He was very down to earth, kind, humble, and easy to talk to, which helped settle my nerves. I wish all doctors were like him. I most highly recommend him. Thank you Dr. Cowan!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Joseph Stapleton – Dec 25, 2021
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I cant even express the words for this Doctor. He has no concern for whatso ever on his patients or the families of the patients. No consult or concerns or anything before or after surgery. We are suppost to be able to TRUST. I cant get it out of my head that I let this doctor do surgery on my family.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
8 others found this helpful
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Dec 04, 2020
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My appointment that I initially waited three months for, (realistically waited years for)- to speak to a specialist, finally!... got bumped to the next day in which caused chaos and waiting room time to be over the top. I have had a list of questions in my head and to finally get REAL answers I felt would be worth the wait. None of my questions was given a chance to be asked... Dr. Cowan spent MY time... my 45 dollar co-pay, time... campaigning his run for Congress.. I tried to get a question out there as he was headed towards the door and it was if I was ridiculous to ask. Being herded in and out like cattle, I sat for a few seconds shaking my head in disbelief. Another wait time outside the exam room, to turn in a useless paper to someone behind a desk, in which I did not wait. The whole time spent with this doctor was maybe five minutes. I want my money back for services not rendered. I won't be his patient and definitely won't be a voter for him.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
28 others found this helpful
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Disgusted And Living With Pain – Feb 28, 2020
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Considerate, friendly, caring and remains professional during visits. I would recommend him as a neurosurgeon
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
6 others found this helpful
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Elizabeth Molock – Jan 29, 2020
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My first impression...arrogant!!I have been in pain since January or 2018. I have seen 7 Dr's since March of 2018, Dr Cowan was #8. I provided x-rays and an MRI. He walked into the exam room, no hello, no introduction, no asking me what brought me there or why. The first thing out of his mouth was "There is nothing I can surgically do for you." My jaw dropped to the floor. He spent approximately 5 minutes talking to me, referred me to pain management Dr., shook my hand and walked out the door.
What went well
No results
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
33 others found this helpful
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Yvonne Marksbury in Cartersville, GA – Mar 07, 2019
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A truly competent and amazing surgeon. He takes the time to see his patients before surgery, and makes sure they are fully informed of their condition and risks before a procedure. I originally had appointments scheduled with several physicians to assess my condition, but after meeting with Dr. Cowan I canceled the others. He made me feel confident and cared for.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
7 others found this helpful
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Rome, GA – Jan 25, 2019
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Dont use this Doctor. If its Serious, dont trust him to help you .
What went well
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
28 others found this helpful
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GA – Jan 09, 2019
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Been using Dr Cowan since 2008. Have recommended several family and friends to him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
4 others found this helpful
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Lisa in Taylorsville, GS – Jan 14, 2018
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I would and have recommended Dr Cowan to many people, even to my brother who he did surgery on also. Dr. Cowan has done several back surgeries on me and I would never let another Dr. touch my back other than him.. I saw another Dr before him who was very rude and I had decided to live with my back pain but my family Dr. insisted that I at least talk to Dr Cowan and I sure am glad that I did because now I don't have back pain anymore he took care of that, so if you have pain call him please.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Donna Stothart in Temple, GA – Dec 19, 2017
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I was very pleased with everyone, especially Dr Cowen. They did not waste anytime to get me in for surgery. Also to have prayer with me and my family before surgery. This really eased my families mind. Thank you so much.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
6 others found this helpful
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Kenny in Spring Garden, Al – May 13, 2017
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Dr cowan done surgery on my son.He is the best doctor, has excellant bed side manners and also cares about his patients well being. He said a prayer with the family before surgery. I would recommend Dr Cowan to anybody!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
11 others found this helpful
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Joseph Dempsey in Lindale Ga. – Sep 02, 2016
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care philosophy

John A Cowan Jr., MD, FAANS, is a board-certified neurosurgeon serving teens and adults of all ages in Rome and Northwest Georgia. Dr Cowan is deeply committed to the care of all his patients. His end goal is to mitigate disease and help his patients...read more

biography

John A. Cowan Jr., MD, FAANS, is a board-certified neurosurgeon serving teens and adults of all ages in Rome and Northwest Georgia. Dr. Cowan is deeply committed to the care of all his patients. His end goal is to mitigate disease and help his...read more
  • Neurosurgery

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  • Johns Hopkins School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2001
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
Neurosurgery
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    AdventHealth Medical Group Neurosurgery at Rome

    AdventHealth Medical Group Neurosurgery at Rome15 John Maddox Dr NW Rome, GA 30165
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