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Dr. Christopher McGowan, MD

Dr. Christopher McGowan, MD

Gastroenterology*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Christopher McGowan, MD is a gastroenterologist in Cary, NC and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Thomas Jefferson University in 2006. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Roper Hospital and Novant Health Matthews Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 179 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (179 reviews)

Practice

2001 Weston Pkwy Cary, NC 27513

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. McGowan is affiliated with Roper Hospital Charleston, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for gastroenterology.

Dr. McGowan is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. McGowan specializes in the areas of Gastroenterology & Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. McGowan's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. McGowan

4.8

179 ratings, 79 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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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
2 people found this helpful
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Renee P – Nov 17, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Back on track – Oct 14, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Aug 26, 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
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 22, 2020
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Aug 16, 2020
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Aug 04, 2020
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Aug 01, 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
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Jan 15, 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
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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John Santos – Jan 14, 2020
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Dec 14, 2019
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Dec 07, 2019
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Dec 06, 2019
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Nov 08, 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
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Michael Hutton – Nov 06, 2019
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Oct 27, 2019
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Oct 25, 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
1 person found this helpful
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NC – Oct 22, 2019
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Oct 12, 2019
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Oct 10, 2019
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Jul 12, 2019
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About Me

biography

I am a board-cerfified Gastroenterologist and Internist. I provide comprehensive digestive care as a partner at Cary Gastroenterology Associates, the Cary Hemorrhoid Center, and NEW You Weight Loss. I was drawn to the field of gastroenterology...read more
  • Gastroenterology

*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 North Carolina At Chapel Hill

    Fellowship Hospital, 2014
  • Brown University Alpert Medical School

    Internship Hospital, 2007
  • Thomas Jefferson University

    Medical School, 2006
  • Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College

    Medical School, 2006
  • Pennsylvania State University

    Undergraduate School, 2002
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Gastroenterology
Internal Medicine
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Dr. McGowan is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Care Plastic Surgery PA2001 Weston Pkwy Cary, NC 27513
    1
    Office5673 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd Ste 470 Atlanta, GA 30342
    2

    Practice

    Northside Hospital1000 Johnson Ferry Rd Atlanta, GA 30342
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Roper Hospital

      316 Calhoun St
      Charleston, SC 29401
      Recipient of 37
      hospital awards

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

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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

      84%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      8% higher than the national average

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    • J Arthur Dosher Memorial Hospital

      924 N Howe St
      Southport, NC 28461

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

      83%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      81%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      7% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Northside Hospital Forsyth

      1200 Northside Forsyth Dr
      Cumming, GA 30041
      Recipient of 12
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2023)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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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

      77%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      12% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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