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Dr. J McGowan, MD

Dr. J McGowan, MD

Neurosurgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. J McGowan, MD is a neurosurgeon in Coeur D Alene, ID and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in 2004. He is affiliated with medical facilities Kootenai Health and Bonner General Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 73 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (73 reviews)

Practice

2003 Kootenai Health Way Coeur D Alene, ID 83814
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(208) 625-3800

Dr. McGowan 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. McGowan specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. • See reviews
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Dr. McGowan's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. McGowan

4.8

73 ratings, 56 with a written review
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Sharon state – Apr 02, 2025
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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
2 people found this helpful
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Judith – Jul 14, 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
1 person found this helpful
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MAUREEN M. MOORE,PhD – Jul 12, 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
4 people found this helpful
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SHERRY JACKSON – Jul 08, 2020
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Jun 10, 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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James – Jun 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
What could be improved
No results
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TJ Anderson – May 18, 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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Lorenza Hernandez – May 17, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jeff – May 16, 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
Helpful
William DeLoney – Feb 24, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Janalee Hawks – Nov 04, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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James M. McHenry – Oct 30, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
Helpful
Margarett. MacRae – Oct 22, 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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Oct 12, 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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Sep 28, 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
No results
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adela c. duque – Sep 27, 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
No results
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Steven Seidenfeld – Sep 18, 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
No results
Helpful
Gwendolyn Huff Brown – Sep 17, 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
No results
Helpful
Larry Graf – Jul 29, 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
No results
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Jul 19, 2019
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About Me

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care philosophy

We believe in customized care and a team approach to medicine with attention to careful selection of the least invasive and most effective form of treatment for each patient.

biography

Brad McGowan, M.D. received his medical degree at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas. He completed his internship in general surgery at Northwestern University in Chicago before returning to Dallas to complete his neurological...read more

  • Neurosurgery

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  • University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2011

  • Northwestern University/mcgaw Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 2005

  • University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

    Medical School, 2004
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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  • Surgical Treatment of Cranial Dural Arteriovenous Fistulas, 2004

Dr. McGowan is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

  • Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society/ SMU, 1999

  • Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society/ UTSW, 2003

  • Cheatum-Locknecker Award in Biological Sciences/ SMU, 1999

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Locations

Practice

Kootenai Health Inc.2003 Kootenai Health Way Coeur D Alene, ID 83814
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North Idaho Dermatology P.A.2288 N Merritt Creek Loop Coeur D Alene, ID 83814
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Inland Empire Ear Nose Throat and Allergy PLLC2236 N Merritt Creek Loop Ste A Coeur D Alene, ID 83814
3

Practice

Neurosurgical Specialists of North Texas PLLC7777 Forest Ln Ste A337 Dallas, TX 75230
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Kootenai Health

    2003 Kootenai Health Way
    Coeur D Alene, ID 83814
    Recipient of 11
    hospital awards

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

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  • Bonner General Hospital

    520 N Third Ave
    Sandpoint, ID 83864

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

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

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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