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Dr. Steven Bowers, MD

Dr. Steven Bowers, MD

Pediatric Medicine*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Steven Bowers, MD is a pediatric medicine specialist in Springfield, IL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1985. He is affiliated with Springfield Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (18 reviews)

Practice

3132 Old Jacksonville Rd Springfield, IL 62704

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Bowers specializes in the areas of Adolescent Medicine & Pediatrics. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Highly Recommended Hospital
    Patients recommend this hospital to family and friends. See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Bowers' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bowers

3.9
18 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
72%
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
28%
28%

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The best octor ever
He is very through and listen to patients. His diagnosis is almost always right, or else he asks for specialist to deal with it. It seems like he cares deeply for his patients. I am sadden that he is retiring :(
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Aa De – Apr 03, 2024
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Dr. Bowers has been my PCP for years, since I was a kid. Before having any serious health concerns and before I had to deal with his office staff, I never had an issue with him. Since I have had some more serious health concerns and since I have had to make appointments/get referrals myself, all I have to say are terrible things. On multiple occasions, he has ignored my health concerns and told me that "you're young, it should get better on its own." Guess what health issues haven't gone away for several years? On top of that, getting a referral from him is a joke. You have to jump through hoops just to get a referral, and they REFUSE to refer out of network. It doesn't matter if you're willing to pay out of network prices, they refuse to refer you to anyone that is not in your insurance network. I am currently waiting three months to see a doctor for an emergency issue because Bowers office refuses to refer me out of network.
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Aug 31, 2021
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Dr Bowers is the reason I am able to keep going. He listens very well and seeks to understand. He is highly intelligent and a sound practitioner. He makes accurate diagnoses with a caring spirit. He knows how to help, and he does.
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
No results
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May 21, 2020
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I think he's a wonderful doctor. I've gone to him for many years. The only thing I don't like about the office is that SOME of the nurses are snooty and rude, but that does not depict the work of Dr. Bowers in any way. I highly would recommend!
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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Mar 03, 2017
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Rude, dismissive, nasty attitude. Complete god complex.
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
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
No in Springfield, IL – Jan 17, 2017
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Bowers is the worst excuse for a doctor I have ever been to. At my first appt, he walked in looking down his nose at me, didn't check my MRIs or injury history (I was hit with a utility truck while riding a skateboard), he looked at pain medication and proceeded to call me an addict and say there was nothing he could do for me. After defending myself against his wild accusations he refused care, then proceeded to systematically blacklist my name from receiving any care in the city of spfld.
What went well
No results
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
4 others found this helpful
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J in Spfld, IL – Dec 22, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Steven Bowers, MD is a pediatric medicine specialist in Springfield, IL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1985. He is affiliated with Springfield Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
  • Pediatric Medicine

  • Pediatrics

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  • University Of Illinois College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1985
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Adolescent Medicine
American Board of Pediatrics®
Pediatrics
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Locations

Practice

Memorial Physician Services3132 Old Jacksonville Rd Springfield, IL 62704
1
  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Springfield Memorial Hospital

    701 N 1st St
    Springfield, IL 62702
    Recipient of 9
    hospital awards

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

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