Nicholas (nick) G. Cowan, MD | Federal Way, WA | Urologist

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Dr. Nicholas Cowan treats nephrolithiasis, staghorn calculi, and kidney disease as a urologist. He is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center and Saint Anne Hospital, and sees patients in Federal Way and Seattle, Washington. Dr. Cowan earned his medical degree from Eastern Virginia Medical School in 2009, completed his residency at Oregon Health & Science University in 2015, and his fellowship at the University of California Los Angeles in 2017. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Cowan 5 out of 5.

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accepting new patients
5

10 Ratings
speaks English
University of California Los Angeles, 2017
10 written reviews
1 specialty
7 areas of expertise
2 hospital affiliations
2 office locations
Male

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All above average

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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Staff was courteous

March 29th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Dr Cowan is excellent with outstanding listening skills and compassion

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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August 28th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Dr Cowan is the best!

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March 12th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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This physician (Dr Cowan) is clearly one of the finest physicians I have met! He is absolutely caring, very kind, personable, and patient, as well as professional and knowledgeable! My only regret is that I did not meet him sooner in my medical treatment.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling
Saw me in a timely manner
Staff was courteous

January 23rd, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Dr Cowan was very caring, answered all my questions,explained my diagnosis and treatment options in a way I could understand. I feel confident being in his care.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling
Saw me in a timely manner
Staff was courteous

December 3rd, 2024 | Source: Partner

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He tells me about the whole body and I'm not just a number to him. The best ever.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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Staff was courteous

November 27th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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Keep up the good job

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Staff was courteous

September 12th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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Very good experience. We discussed amicably.

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November 16th, 2023 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Cowan was exceptional in every way.

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Staff was courteous

September 25th, 2023 | Source: Partner

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Very good experience

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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Staff was courteous

September 5th, 2023 | Source: Partner

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Medical Pavilion - Federal Way

33501 1st Way S.Federal Way, WA 98003

Tel: (206) 223-6772

Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Sat8:00 am - 4:00 pm

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Virginia Mason Medical Center

1100 9th AveSeattle, WA 98101

Tel: (206) 223-6772

Mon12:01 am - 11:59 pm

Tue12:01 am - 11:59 pm

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Nicholas (nick) G Cowan, MD	Dr. Robert Dale Mcclure, MD	Dr. Ernest Artin Norehad, MD	Dr. Celestia Savoye Higano, MD
Urology	Urology	Urology	Urology
Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
5 (10 Ratings)	4 (2 Ratings)	4.2 (9 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
	58 Years of Experience	64 Years of Experience	47 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks Chinese, English, French, Spanish
Federal Way , WA	Seattle , WA	Kirkland , WA	Seattle , WA
Med School: Eastern Virginia Medical School, Norfolk, VA, 2009	Med School: Schulich School Of Medicine & Dentistry	Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Massachusetts Medical School
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Urology

Bladder Issues
Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
Kidney Stones
Overactive Urinary Bladder
Prostate Cancer
Prostatitis
Urologic Emergencies

Nicholas (nick) G Cowan holds an expired medical license in the state of Washington.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Washington that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at University of California Los Angeles, 2017.

Residency

Completed their residency at Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, 2015.

Medical School

Graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School, Norfolk, VA, 2009 and Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, 2010 (Education/Training).

NPI Number

Nicholas (nick) G Cowan's NPI number is 1760626386.

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Nurse Practitioner
| Seattle, WA
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Surgery
52 Years Exp | Seattle, WA
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Dr. Narender Sood, MD
Urology
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(9)
Dr. Kevin Kishin Gandhi
Urology
40 Years Exp | Tacoma, WA
(19)
Dr. Estelle Ikuko Yamaki, MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology
46 Years Exp | Federal Way, WA
(16)
Dr. Scott Paul Cuda, MD
Urology
23 Years Exp | Tacoma, WA
(0)
Dr. Matthew Michael Banti, MD
Urology
16 Years Exp | Tripler Amc, HI
(0)
Dr. Scott Aaron Bildsten, DO
Urology
41 Years Exp | Tacoma, WA
(8)

What languages does Nicholas (nick) Cowan speak?: Nicholas (nick) Cowan speaks English.
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Which hospitals is Nicholas (nick) Cowan affiliated with?: Nicholas (nick) Cowan is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center and Saint Anne Hospital.
Where is Nicholas (nick) Cowan's office located?: Nicholas (nick) Cowan's office is located at 33501 1st Way S., Federal Way, WA, 98003.

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