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Dr. James Dowd, MD

Rheumatology*
3.3 (30)
Map Pin Small Brighton, MI
Accepting new patients
37 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. James Dowd, MD

Dr. James Dowd, MD is a Rheumatologist in Brighton, MI. They specialize in Rheumatology, has 37 years of experience, and is board certified in Pediatric Rheumatology. They graduated from University of Texas Health San Antonio School of Dentistry and is affiliated with Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Dowd an average 3.3 star rating.

Dr. Dowd works at Practice in Brighton, MI with other offices in Howell, MI. They frequently treat conditions like Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis, Fibromyalgia and Arthritis along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield 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. Dowd's Office Locations

  1. 1
    James E. Dowd MD PC
    10484 Citation Dr Ste 100, Brighton, MI 48116 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (810) 225-7553
  2. 2
    St Joseph Mercy Hospital
    620 Byron Rd, Howell, MI 48843 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (517) 545-6000

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  • Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital

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Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
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Palindromic Rheumatism
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Post-Viral Disorder
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Pyogenic Arthritis
Reiter's Syndrome (Reactive Arthritis)
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Rheumatoid Lung Disease
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Temporal Arteritis
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    3.3
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    About Dr. James Dowd, MD

    Specialties*
    • Rheumatology

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    Years of Experience
    • 37 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1750482162
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • University of Texas Health San Antonio School of Dentistry
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Pediatric Rheumatology and Rheumatology
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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. James Dowd, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Dowd is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Dowd accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield, and other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

    Dr. Dowd has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Dowd has seen patients for Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis, Fibromyalgia and Arthritis, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Dowd on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    30 patients have reviewed Dr. Dowd. The overall rating for this provider is 3.3. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Dowd.

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