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Dr. Kent Bowden, DO

Dr. Kent Bowden, DO

General Surgery*

Dr. Kent Bowden, DO is a general surgeon in Cadillac, MI. He is affiliated with Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (10 reviews)

Practice

927 S Carmel St Cadillac, MI 49601

Make an Appointment

(231) 876-3876

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Bowden is affiliated with Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital Cadillac, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Bowden specializes in the area of General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Bowden's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bowden

4.6
10 ratings, 7 with a written review
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He is an amazing surgeon, he really changed my life by fixing multiple hernias and reconstructing my abdominal muscles to repair a large diastasis recti defect. He is very nice and explains everything he will be doing. I highly recommend him and his team.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Jennifer – Feb 05, 2024
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Dr. Bowden I cannot say enough about you I have put off my colonoscopy for 16 years because I have been so afraid today you did my colonoscopy and made me feel so comfortable and not to worry and it was done and I was already home I cannot thank you enough for the kindness your OR staff was fabulous I would definitely come to you again for anything I had to have done gastric wise thank you again so muchAnd if we find out that I need surgery later I will be back to you you’re a wonderful doctor thank you Kathie Shaw
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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Kathie – Jul 29, 2021
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I have had Dr. Bowden perform two different procedures on me in the past several years. One was life changing. He is the best of the Best!!!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Bonnie B – Aug 25, 2019
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Dr. Bowden is one of the most knowledgeable and compassionate surgeons I have ever met. His knowledge of the human body and it’s limitations are without compare. He strives to provide the best possible care through continuous training and use of innovative procedures and tools. His bedside manner is impeccably good. He never makes you feel stupid or uneducated. There is no one on earth I trust more to address my surgical needs than Dr. Bowden.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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Sterk in MI – May 22, 2018
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DO NOT SEE THIS DOCTOR! Dr. Bowden was incredibly rude to me. Did not take any time to speak with me about my conditions and was very forceful with his thoughts on the situation without taking into account any of my thoughts on the matter. Furthermore, when I expressed concerned about the procedure I was facing under his "recommendation" I was basically told I didn't know what I was talking about and was made to feel idiotic.
What went well
No results
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
4 others found this helpful
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Apr 19, 2018
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Dr. Bowden is the one and only surgeon that I will ever let do any type of surgery again. This might sound strange but this man saved my life more than once. He knows his crap and he is so very nice, can't help but love the man. Goes above and beyond, always smiling.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Rita in Houghton Lake Mi. – Apr 05, 2018
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He's direct, to the point(which I like) and compassionate too. Takes care of what needs to be done, explains what is going on and what to expect with procedures and after care. I trust his knowledge and experience.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
Cindy Watkins in Leroy, MI – Jan 22, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Kent Bowden, DO is a general surgeon in Cadillac, MI. He is affiliated with Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • General Surgery

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  • Michigan State University College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School
American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Unavail927 S Carmel St Cadillac, MI 49601
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Practice

Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital400 Hobart St Cadillac, MI 49601
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital

    400 Hobart St
    Cadillac, MI 49601
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 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

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

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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