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Dr. Thomas Cowden, MD

Dr. Thomas Cowden, MD

Ophthalmology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Thomas Cowden, MD is an ophthalmologist in Grand Rapids, MI and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Wayne State University School of Medicine in 1992. He is affiliated with Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 42 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (42 reviews)

Practice

750 E Beltline Ave NE Grand Rapids, MI 49525
(616) 949-2600

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Cowden specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Cowden's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cowden

4.6

42 ratings, 23 with a written review
5 Star
88%
88%
4 Star
2%
2%
3 Star
0%
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2 Star
2%
2%
1 Star
7%
7%

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What went well
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What could be improved
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Thomas Johnson – Jun 28, 2021
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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
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Jun 17, 2021
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What went well
  • 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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Apr 30, 2021
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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
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Apr 11, 2021
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Mar 12, 2021
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Laura – Mar 08, 2021
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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
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Feb 19, 2021
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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
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Gordon Hahn – Jan 21, 2021
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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
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Any Lyon – Jan 19, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 15, 2021
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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
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Franklin, MI – Oct 22, 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
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Joyce in Holland, MI – Oct 20, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Terry Roossien in Grandville, MI – Sep 16, 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
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
London, LND – Aug 01, 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
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Holland, MI – Jul 10, 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
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Sandra Einig in Byron Center, MI – Jul 08, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Ada, MI – May 09, 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Marilyn Sauber in Grand Rapids Mi – May 04, 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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Lori in Otsego, MI – Apr 24, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Caledonia, MI – Apr 13, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Thomas Cowden, MD is an ophthalmologist in Grand Rapids, MI and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Wayne State University School of Medicine in 1992. He is affiliated with Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • Ophthalmology

  • Cataract Surgery

  • Cornea & Refractive Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Minnesota Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1997

  • University Of Wisconsin Hospitals And Clinics

    Residency Hospital, 1996

  • St John Hospital And Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1993

  • Wayne State University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1992
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Gro Optical LLC750 E Beltline Ave NE Grand Rapids, MI 49525
1

Practice

Walker Surgical Center LLC3300 Walker Vw NW Grand Rapids, MI 49544
2

Practice

Orthopaedic Associates of Grand Rapids PC80 68th St SE Grand Rapids, MI 49548
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital

    100 Michigan St NE
    Grand Rapids, MI 49503
    Recipient of 13
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    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.

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

    4% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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