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8 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Jacob Dowden is a surgeon with 19 years of experience specializing in surgical care. He completed his medical education at LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans, followed by his internship and residency at UTCOM Chattanooga, finishing his residency in 2013. Dr. Dowden further advanced his expertise through a fellowship at the Medical University of South Carolina, which he completed in 2015. He is fluent in English.
Dr. Dowden practices at Ochsner Health Center in Kenner, Louisiana, and maintains hospital privileges at Chi Memorial Hospital Chattanooga. His surgical expertise includes treating conditions such as ventral hernias, inguinal hernias, and hypertension. He performs minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures, gallbladder removal surgery, and specialized hernia repair surgery for children. Patients consistently rate Dr. Dowden highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0.
Dr. Dowden practices at Ochsner Health Center in Kenner, Louisiana, and maintains hospital privileges at Chi Memorial Hospital Chattanooga. His surgical expertise includes treating conditions such as ventral hernias, inguinal hernias, and hypertension. He performs minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures, gallbladder removal surgery, and specialized hernia repair surgery for children. Patients consistently rate Dr. Dowden highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 19 years of experience
- 7 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- MUSC
- 2 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 3 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
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| Surgery | Surgery | Thoracic Surgery | Trauma Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 19 Years of Experience | 50 Years of Experience | 47 Years of Experience | 10 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | |||
| Kenner , LA | New Orleans , LA | New Orleans , LA | Metairie , LA |
| Med School: LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans/ LSU School of Medicine in New Orleans | Med School: Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences | Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine | Med School: Emory University School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Jacob Dowden
Medical Specialties
Jacob Dowden has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Jacob Dowden has the following 3 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
19 Years Experience
Jacob Dowden holds an expired medical license in the state of Louisiana.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Louisiana that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Fellowship
Completed their fellowship at MUSC in 2015.
Residency
Completed their residency at UTCOM Chattanooga in 2013.
Internship
Completed their internship at UTCOM Chattanooga in 2008.
Medical School
Graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans/ LSU School of Medicine in New Orleans in 2007.
NPI Number
Jacob Dowden's NPI number is 1366657793.
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- Jacob Dowden's office is located at 200 W Esplanade Ave, Kenner, LA, 70065.
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- Does Jacob Dowden accept my insurance?
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