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Dr. Douglas Downey, MD

General Surgery*
4.5 (22)
Map Pin Small Madison, AL
Accepting new patients
21 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Douglas Downey, MD

Dr. Douglas Downey, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Madison, AL. They specialize in General Surgery, has 21 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham and is affiliated with Huntsville Hospital. Dr. Downey, completed a residency at Wright State University Hosps. Patients rated Dr. Downey an average 4.5 star rating.

Dr. Downey works at Practice in Madison, AL with other offices in Huntsville, AL. They frequently treat conditions like Intestinal Obstruction and Ileus along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Downey's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Huntsville Hospital Surgical Associates of Madison
    1041 Balch Rd Ste 350, Madison, AL 35758 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (256) 265-5951
  2. 2
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    8371 Highway 72 W Ste 206, Madison, AL 35758 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (256) 817-5951
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    Madison Hospital
    8375 Highway 72 W, Madison, AL 35758 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (256) 265-5951
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    201 Sivley Rd SW Ste 330, Huntsville, AL 35801 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (256) 265-5951

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  • Huntsville Hospital

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Gallbladder Removal
Intestinal Obstruction
Ileus
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Abdominal Pain
Appendicitis
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Gallstones
Incisional Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Pelvic Abscess
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Open Appendectomy
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Acute Bowel Infarction
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal Fissure
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Abscess
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Atresia
Biliary Tract Cancer
Boerhaave's Syndrome
Bone Cancer
Bowel Strangulation
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Burn Injuries
Colorectal Cancer
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Varices
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
Gallbladder Cancer
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroparesis
Gynecologic Cancer
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Ischemic Colitis
Lipomas
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Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer
Male Breast Cancer
Mesenteric Lymphadenitis
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cancer
Partial Lung Collapse
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Pyloric Stenosis
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Second-Degree Burns
Secondary Malignancies
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Testicular Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Tubo-Ovarian Abscess
Ulcerative Colitis
Umbilical Hernia
Varicose Veins
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Acid Reflux Surgery
Adjacent Tissue Transfer
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Bile Duct Procedure
Biopsy of Breast
Bladder Surgery
Bone Marrow Biopsy
Central Line Insertion
Colectomy
Colectomy Laparoscopic
Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
Colon and Rectal Surgery
Colostomy
Cyst Incision and Drainage
da Vinci® Robotic Surgery
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Excision of Bile Duct Tumor
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Gastrectomy
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Gastrotomy
Gynecomastia Repair
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Hernia Repair
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Colon Surgery
Laparoscopic Excision or Destruction of Ovary
Laparoscopic Removal of Stones from Biliary Tract
Laparoscopic Splenectomy
Laparotomy
Lumpectomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Mastectomy
Melanoma Removal
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Gastric Restrictive Procedure
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Orchiectomy
Port Placements or Replacements
Puncture Aspiration
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Skin Grafts
Skin Lesion Removal
Small Bowel Resection
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Sphincterotomy
Splenectomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Thoracentesis
Tracheal Surgery
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Wedge Resection Colon
Wound Repair
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    About Dr. Douglas Downey, MD

    Specialties*
    • General Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 21 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1083775803
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    Education & Certifications

    Residency
    • Wright State University Hosps
    Residency
    Internship
    • Keesler Medical Center 81st Medical Group
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University of Alabama at Birmingham
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • University of South Al
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery
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    Dr. Downey has seen patients for Intestinal Obstruction and Ileus, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Downey on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    22 patients have reviewed Dr. Downey. The overall rating for this provider is 4.5. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Downey.

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