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Dr. Matthew Downey, MD

Dr. Matthew Downey, MD

Gastroenterology*

Dr. Matthew Downey, MD is a gastroenterologist in Honesdale, PA. Dr. Downey has extensive experience in Esophageal Disorders. He is affiliated with medical facilities Wayne Memorial Hospital and Regional Hospital of Scranton. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 171 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (171 reviews)

Practice

1860 Fair Ave Ste A Honesdale, PA 18431
Telehealth available

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Dr. Downey is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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Dr. Downey's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Downey

4.9
171 ratings, 146 with a written review
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Colonoscopy Review
Great bedside manner which I totally appreciate.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Mar 27, 2025
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I had two procedures done with Dr Downey. He is very thorough in explaining what your procedure is and the outcome as well, he makes you feel very comfortable that also goes for his nurses also I was very pleased on how they treat you! Thank you Dr Downey and staff :)
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Deb, Honesdale – Mar 13, 2025
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Disappointed
I thought Dr. Downey was nice first time I visited. Second time, I wanted to discuss my ongoing IBS symptoms. He said, ' What do you expect me to do about it.' Well, Dr. I expect that if there's nothing you can do, and you have no advice, you at least have some empathy. If you are incapable of that, at least a decent bedside manner. You said your time is valuable. Well, you can count on me not taking up any more of your time.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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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Brenda – Mar 06, 2025
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Colonoscopy with no hassles!
My colonoscopy experience was very good. Excellent organization with no hassles at all. The staff made the whole experience easy.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 04, 2025
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Very nice vist made me feel at ease
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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 28, 2025
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Great place
So impressed with how nice, professional and efficient everyone here is. No one looks forward to having a colonoscopy but l’d almost rather go here than the dentist!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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 28, 2025
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The sincere courtesy’sshown
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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 16, 2025
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Always very professional care! I have been Dr. Downey’s patient for many years now. Caring bedside manner & very knowledgeable. Thank you Dr. Downey for your many years of care & treatment!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Rena Hottinger – Nov 16, 2024
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Caring Professional
Dr Downey wasn’t giving me good news, but he was informative and very kind. His staff is stellar too. The speed with which they got further care for me was very helpful.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Nov 09, 2024
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Excellent staff from check in to check out
Would definitely recommend dr Downey he made me feel comfortable the nurses are excellent and the anesthesia person was excellent the whole staff is incredible
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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William scott – Oct 29, 2024
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Fantastic
The place is terrific everyone there are so professional and pleasant. Highly recommend them.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Gerald Yedinak – Oct 22, 2024
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Dr Downey is the best! Colonoscopies aren’t easy but he makes it as simple as possible. Great bedside manner and a skilled professional.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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, 2024
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Exceptional Practice
Have had several visits with Doctor Downey and his PA Emily Beson both providers always pleasant professional, easy to discuss all concerns with them and all answers are informative
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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 25, 2024
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Colonoscopy and endoscopy
It was pleasurable experience, no stress.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Aug 31, 2024
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Dr. Downey is an excel doctor I recommend him
The staff are great! Everyone is just wonderful and very caring.Thank you for my coffee ( you know who)
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Alba Visotsky – Aug 22, 2024
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He was very friendly, introduced himself before procedure and explained what was going to be done. Followed up when all was complete to let me know results.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Aug 22, 2024
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Caring, calming, wonderful staff
The entire staff was very reassuring, kept me calm, explained everything, took their time and listened to what I had to say. I felt like I was in extremely good hands and had no worries at all with the colonoscopy procedure.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Elaine Gallagher – Aug 22, 2024
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Unfriendly attitude, Bedside Manner changed
When we initially began seeing Dr. Downey, we found him to be friendly, competent and accessible. His staff efficient and friendly. However, over the past year 2023-2024 his entire demeanor has changed. He is curt bordering on nasty, doesn't pay attention to the patient who is speaking and in fact starts walking out of the exam room while the patient is still speaking. I had to tell him that I wasn't finished with my question and that he needed to come back into the room and close the door. Good doctor, but I personally want a doctor I can speak with.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
4 others found this helpful
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Apr 30, 2023
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Dr. Downey is always professional, respectful, and thorough. I appreciate his candor given with kindness. All the staff are friendly and helpful.
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
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Highly recommend! – Mar 24, 2023
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The finest skill and care
No one looks forward to either an endoscopy or colonoscopy, but the doctor and entire team make everyone feel comfortable and at ease for these procedures through their caring yet professional approach. I've had a few procedures done here through the years, and I have no reason to go anywhere else. In short, they're the best there is.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Steve Shay – Mar 24, 2023
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Dr. Matthew Downey, MD is a gastroenterologist in Honesdale, PA. Dr. Downey has extensive experience in Esophageal Disorders. He is affiliated with medical facilities Wayne Memorial Hospital and Regional Hospital of Scranton. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
  • Gastroenterology

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  • Milton Hershey Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2005
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Gastroenterology
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Dr. Downey is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Northeastern Gastroenterology Associates PC1860 Fair Ave Ste A Honesdale, PA 18431
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    • Hours
      • Mon: 7:00am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 7:00am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 7:00am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 7:00am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Directions
    Office2812 Scranton Carbondale Hwy Blakely, PA 18447
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    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 4:00pm
      • Tue: closed
      • Wed: 8:00am - 4:00pm
      • Thu: closed
      • Fri: 8:00am - 4:00pm
      • Sat: closed
      • Sun: closed
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Wayne Memorial Hospital

      601 Park St
      Honesdale, PA 18431
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

      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.

      91%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      7% higher than the national average

      82%
      Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

      15% higher than the national average

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    • Regional Hospital of Scranton

      746 Jefferson Ave
      Scranton, PA 18510

      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

      78%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

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