Summary

Dr. Richard Downey is a thoracic surgeon who also specializes in vascular surgery and cardiovascular surgery. He earned his medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons and completed his residency at Emory Healthcare. With 46 years of experience in cardiac and vascular care, Dr. Downey has developed extensive expertise in complex surgical procedures involving the heart, blood vessels, and chest. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Downey practices at multiple locations in Michigan, including Muskegon and Ann Arbor, and maintains affiliations with Trinity Health Grand Haven, Mercy Health Mercy Campus, and the University of Michigan Health System. His clinical focus includes treating coronary artery disease and addressing heart conditions that specifically affect women. He performs specialized procedures such as arterial line placement and surgical pathology analysis. Patients have given Dr. Downey an average rating of 3.8 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 46 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Emory Healthcare
  • 2 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 6 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Richard Stuart Downey has 3 locations

Mercy Health Physician Partners Cardiothoracic Surgery

1560 E Sherman Blvd Ste 309Muskegon, MI 49444
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Trinity Health Muskegon Hospital

1500 E Sherman BlvdMuskegon, MI 49444

University Of Michigan Medical Center

1500 E Medical Center DrAnn Arbor, MI 48109

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Thoracic SurgeryThoracic SurgeryThoracic SurgeryThoracic Surgery
Accepts New Patients
3.8 
46 Years of Experience 54 Years of Experience 54 Years of Experience 61 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 Speaks English
Muskegon , MIMuskegon , MIMuskegon , MINorton Shores , MI
Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: Columbia University Med School: University of Michigan Medical School Med School: University of Michigan Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Stuart Downey

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Stuart Downey has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Stuart Downey has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Cardiovascular Surgery
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Heart Valve Prosthesis Implantation
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations
  • Vascular Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Michigan, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Emory Healthcare

Medical School

Columbia University College Of Physicians & SurgeonsGraduated in 1980

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Richard Downey speak?
Dr. Richard Downey speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Downey?
You can find contact information for Dr. Richard Downey here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Downey affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Downey is affiliated with Trinity Health Grand Haven, MERCY HEALTH MERCY CAMPUS, Boone Hospital Center, Missouri Orthopaedic Institute, University Of Missouri Childrens Hospital, and UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN HEALTH SYSTEM.
Does Dr. Richard Downey accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Richard Downey accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Richard Downey accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Richard Downey has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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