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Dr. Paul Cowan, MD

Dr. Paul Cowan, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Paul Cowan, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Kansas City, MO and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Cowan has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. He graduated from Kansas University Medical Center in 1998. He is affiliated with Centerpoint Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 6 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (6 reviews)

At a Glance

  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Cowan specializes in the areas of Orthopaedic Sports Medicine & Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Cowan's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cowan

4.3

6 ratings, 4 with a written review
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1 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
Helpful
Carol in Independence, MO – Jun 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
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Teresa E. in Independence, MO – Apr 05, 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
Helpful
Nov 02, 2018
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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
Helpful
Chicago, IL – Oct 06, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Cowan is a Kansas City native who returns to join DFP as a Sports Medicine fellowship-trained Orthopaedic Surgeon. He received his undergraduate degree from Kansas State University, his medical and master's degrees from the University of Kansas,...read more
  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Tria Orthopaedic Center

    Fellowship Hospital
  • University Of Kansas Medical Center

    Residency Hospital
  • Kansas University Medical Center

    Medical School, 1998
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
Orthopedic Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Centerpoint Medical Center

    19600 E 39th St S
    Independence, MO 64057
    Recipient of 51
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in back and neck surgery, spinal fusion, hip fracture treatment, hip replacement, and total knee replacement

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in back and neck surgery, spinal fusion, hip fracture treatment, hip replacement, and total knee replacement

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
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