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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
Telehealth available

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(706) 368-8550

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Cowan Jr is affiliated with AdventHealth Gordon Calhoun, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Cowan Jr is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Cowan Jr specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Cowan Jr's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cowan Jr

3.5

41 ratings, 13 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
37%
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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 people found this helpful
Helpful
Redmond ER – Mar 01, 2024
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What went well
  • 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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 16, 2022
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
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Joseph Stapleton – Dec 25, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
8 people found this helpful
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Dec 04, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • 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 people found this helpful
Helpful
Disgusted And Living With Pain – Feb 28, 2020
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
Helpful
Elizabeth Molock – Jan 29, 2020
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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 people found this helpful
Helpful
Yvonne Marksbury in Cartersville, GA – Mar 07, 2019
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
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Rome, GA – Jan 25, 2019
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
28 people found this helpful
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GA – Jan 09, 2019
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
Helpful
Lisa in Taylorsville, GS – Jan 14, 2018
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
Helpful
Donna Stothart in Temple, GA – Dec 19, 2017
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
Helpful
Kenny in Spring Garden, Al – May 13, 2017
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
Helpful
Joseph Dempsey in Lindale Ga. – Sep 02, 2016
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About Me

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®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Cowan Jr is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    AdventHealth Medical Group Neurosurgery at Rome

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

    • AdventHealth Gordon

      1035 Red Bud Rd NE
      Calhoun, GA 30701
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      81%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Atrium Health Floyd Medical Center

      304 Turner McCall Blvd SW
      Rome, GA 30165

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

      80%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% lower than the national average

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

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • AdventHealth Redmond

      501 Redmond Rd NW
      Rome, GA 30165
      Recipient of 40
      hospital awards

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

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

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

      80%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% lower than the national average

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

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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