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Dr. Michael Dowling, MD

Dr. Michael Dowling, MD

Pediatric Neurology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Dowling, MD is a pediatric neurologist in Plano, TX and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1994. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Childrens Medical Center of Dallas and Childrens Medical Center Plano. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.8 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 2.8 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

7609 Preston Rd Plano, TX 75024
Telehealth available
(469) 303-0055

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Dowling specializes in the area of Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. • See hospitals
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Dr. Dowling's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Dowling

2.8
16 ratings, 7 with a written review
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In the event of the worst experience in my life, this guy gave us a large reality check. My son was in a near drowning and the majority of his brain died that day from hypoxia. He is very blunt, doesn't explain things the best, but the guy knows his stuff. I would highly recommend him. He's not going to sugar coat everything, although it may sound rude, he's being very straight forward with you.
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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Heath – May 17, 2021
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Dr. Dowling spent a lot of time with us. He went through our daughter’s complete history, asking tons of questions as we went. He then took a lot of time explaining what he thought was going on, making sure that we understood everything. He was funny, personable, and very, very thorough. My daughter and I were very impressed with his level of care!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Shawn Sheffield – Jun 25, 2020
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Dr Dowling spent a very long time examining my son. He was knowledgeable, personable, and very communicative. He was the 4th neurologist that we had seen and by far the best. I just feel like he enjoyed his job and he interacted with my son in a way that made me the mom feel very relieved and comfortable. I would highly recommend him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Melissa Buckley in Grapevine, Tx – Jun 21, 2017
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He is extreamly rude and demeaning! He has no business treating children. He has zero compassion and I will tell everyone I know to avoid him!
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
3 others found this helpful
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Dallas, TX – May 08, 2017
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Dr. Dowling is an amazing Doctor & has done everything in his power to give my son the best treatment possible for his strokes. He has gone above and beyond for my son & I have no doubt that he saved his life. The entire stroke team is fantastic!
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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Sarah S. in Chelsea, Ok – Nov 29, 2016
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Dr. Dowling is an amazing Doctor & has done everything in his power to give my son the best treatment possible for his strokes. He has gone above and beyond for my son & I have no doubt that he saved his life.
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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Shanna D in Lake Dallas, TX – Jun 20, 2016
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Dr, Dowling is abusive, dismissive, and arrogant. He seems to revel in berating parents and their care of their children while not providing alternative directions for the parents to take.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
6 others found this helpful
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Chris K in Colleyville, TX – Mar 09, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Michael Dowling, MD is a pediatric neurologist in Plano, TX and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1994. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read more

  • Pediatric Neurology

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  • University Tx Southwestern Med School

    Residency Hospital

  • Columbia University Vagelos College Of Physicians And Surgeons

    Medical School, 1994
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology
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Locations

Practice

Children's Health Specialty Center 1 Plano7609 Preston Rd Plano, TX 75024
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Children's Medical Center/Children's Health1935 Medical District Dr Dallas, TX 75235
2
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center5323 Harry Hines Blvd Dallas, TX 75390
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Practice

Office2222 Medical District Dr Dallas, TX 75235
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Childrens Medical Center of Dallas

    1935 Medical District Dr
    Dallas, TX 75235

  • Childrens Medical Center Plano

    7601 Preston Rd
    Plano, TX 75024

  • UT Health Carthage

    409 Cottage Rd
    Carthage, TX 75633

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

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    86%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

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