Dr. James Dowd, MD
Dr. James Dowd, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Virginia Beach, VA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Dowd has extensive experience in Knee & Lower Limb Surgery. He graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine in 1992. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center and The Outer Banks Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
Practice
5716 Cleveland St Ste 200 Virginia Beach, VA 23462Make an Appointment
Hospital Highlight
Dr. Dowd is affiliated with Sentara Princess Anne Hospital Virginia Beach, a highly rated hospital.
At a Glance
- Area of Expertise
- Explains Conditions Well
- Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
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Dr. Dowd's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Dowd
| 5 star | 90% | 90% |
| 4 star | 1% | 1% |
| 3 star | 3% | 3% |
| 2 star | 1% | 1% |
| 1 star | 5% | 5% |
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- Trusted the provider's decisions
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- I felt respected
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- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- I felt respected
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- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
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- I felt respected
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
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- I felt respected
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
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- I felt respected
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
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- I felt respected
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
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How was your experience with Dr. Dowd?Overall Patient Satisfaction
Likelihood of recommending Dr. Dowd to family and friends is 4.695402 out of 5
About Me
biography
Dr. James Dowd primarily specializes in the treatment of injuries and disorders involving the knee and hip. Dr. Dowd lives in Virginia Beach with his wife and children. He enjoys spending time with his family, golfing, outdoor sports, boating, and wine collecting.Orthopedic Surgery
Bone & Joint Non-Surgical Orthopedics
Hip & Knee Orthopedics
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Anderson Orth Rsch Institute
Fellowship Hospital, 1999University Pitt
Residency Hospital, 1998University Pitt
Internship Hospital, 1994University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine
Medical School, 1992
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- Recipient of 9
hospital awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all awardsOutstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
86%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home2% higher than the national average
80%Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family15% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 7
hospital awardsView all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
85%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home1% higher than the national average
78%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well2% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 8
hospital awardsView all awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
83%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home1% lower than the national average
77%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well2% higher than the national average
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