Summary

Dr. William Downey is a cardiovascular disease specialist who also focuses on vascular surgery and interventional cardiology. He earned his medical degree from Duke University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Brigham & Womens Hospital. With 30 years of experience in cardiovascular care, Dr. Downey brings extensive expertise to treating complex heart and vascular conditions. He speaks English.

Dr. Downey practices at multiple locations throughout North Carolina, including Lincolnton and Charlotte, with his primary affiliation at Atrium Health Union. He specializes in treating chronic kidney disease and atrial fibrillation, helping patients manage these serious conditions that often affect heart health. His practice includes remote patient monitoring and comprehensive blood testing to track patient progress. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.6 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in his cardiovascular expertise.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 30 years of experience
  • 20 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Brigham & Womens Hospital
  • 1 written review
  • 3 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. William Edward Downey has 6 locations

Sanger Heart And Vascular Institute Lincolnton

447 McAlister Rd Ste 3200Lincolnton, NC 28092
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Sanger Heart And Vascular Institute Electrophysiology Kenilworth

1237 HARDING PL STE 4200CHARLOTTE, NC 28204
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Atrium Health Mercy

2001 Vail AveCharlotte, NC 28207

Atrium Health Cleveland

201 E Grover StShelby, NC 28150

Atrium Health Lincoln

433 Mcalister RdLincolnton, NC 28092

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Dr. William Edward Downey, MDDr. Dana Weisshaar, MDDr. Sanjeev Pravin Shah, MDDr. Steven Arthur Weston
Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseSurgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.6 
4.3 
30 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 40 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Lincolnton , NCCambridge , MAConcord , NCCharlotte , NC
Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: University of Toledo Medical School Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine Med School: Southern Illinois University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. William Edward Downey

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Cigna
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. William Edward Downey has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. William Edward Downey has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Angioplasty
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Carotid Artery Diseases (CAD)
  • Chest Pain (Angina)
  • Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
  • Heart Block
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Interventional Cardiology
  • Myocardial Infarction
  • Unstable Angina
  • Vascular Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, North Carolina, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Brigham & Womens Hospital

Medical School

Duke University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1996

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. William Downey accept my insurance?
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Where is Dr. William Downey's office located?
Dr. William Downey's office is located at 447 McAlister Rd Ste 3200, Lincolnton, NC, 28092.
Does Dr. William Downey accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. William Downey has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. William Downey affiliated with?
Dr. William Downey is affiliated with Atrium Health Union.

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