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Dr. William Cowden, MD

Dr. William Cowden, MD

General Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. William Cowden, MD is a general surgeon in Rockford, IL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 2004. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Javon Bea Hospital-Rockton and OSF Saint Paul Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 6 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (6 reviews)

Practice

2300 N Rockton Ave Rockford, IL 61103

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Dr. Cowden's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cowden

4.3
6 ratings, 4 with a written review
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Went into ER at Javon Bea Hosp. turned out I had to have Gall Bladder surgery right away! Dr. William Cowden was the surgeon that took care of me and was OUTSTANDING!!! Was very pleasant, attending, caring and wonderful bedside manner. I would highly recommend him!!! Had to go for a follow up after surgery and explained everything to me in words I could understand. Very pleasant and a joy to have him as my doctor.
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
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Debbie D. – Jan 31, 2020
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I loved my experience with dr cowden, he was funny ,very caring and really showed he cared .
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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Jacqueline capes in Belvidere, IL – Nov 16, 2018
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Have had several procedures performed and he is very competent. Would recommend him to anyone without reservation.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Apr 15, 2018
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Did a simple hernia surgery and so far has been a complete disaster. Stomach is actually worse and I've also paid for a drainage he recommended that did nothing. Now he just says "I don't know what to do". Really? Do not use Rockford Memorial and especially this guy. You've been warned...
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
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
9 others found this helpful
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Ron in Rockton, IL – Nov 25, 2016
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care philosophy

In order to best serve patients, one needs to be both available and accountable. I treat every single patient as if they were a member of my family.?
  • General Surgery

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  • Michigan State University

    Residency Hospital, 2009
  • University Of Illinois College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2004
  • University Of Illinois Urbana Champaign

    Undergraduate School, 2000
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Locations

Practice

RMH Pathologists LTD2300 N Rockton Ave Rockford, IL 61103
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Practice

Valleywise Health8088 W Whitney Dr Peoria, AZ 85345
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Practice

Valleywise Health Medical Center2601 E Roosevelt St Phoenix, AZ 85008
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  • Hours
    • Mon: closed
    • Tue: closed
    • Wed: closed
    • Thu: closed
    • Fri: closed
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
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Practice

District Medical Group2929 E Thomas Rd Phoenix, AZ 85016
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • OSF Saint Paul Medical Center

    1401 E 12th St
    Mendota, IL 61342
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)

    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

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

    93%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    88%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

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  • Javon Bea Hospital-Rockton

    2400 N Rockton Ave
    Rockford, IL 61103
    Recipient of 24
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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    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

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

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  • Valleywise Health Medical Center

    2601 E Roosevelt St
    Phoenix, AZ 85008

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

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