Dr. Robert John Downey, MD

After multiple biopsies at another hospital without a clear diagnostic, I decided to switch to MSK under Dr.Downey’s care. Right from the start he is intellectually curious on my tumor. He made all the right biopsy and imaging tests to diagnostic my tumor to be Castleman Disease. During each of my visit, Dr.Downey clearly explained each of the steps and I felt very confident in MSK through Dr.Downey. Dr.Downey referred me to his colleague Dr. Rusch to perform a robotic surgery since it will help me with my recovery and my surgery is a perfect fit for robotic. Dr.Downey spend close to 6 hours observe Dr. Rusch’s perform surgery to remove my large tumor. Afterward, Dr.Downey told me that he learned a lot observing Dr. Rusch’s robotic surgery. For a very experienced senior surgeon to said that, I felt Dr.Downey’s compassion and humbleness toward his patients and his desire to improve as a surgeon. I am very grateful and lucky to be under Dr.Downey’s care.

DR DOWNEY EMBODIES ALL OF THE HUMANISTIC QUALITIES YOU WOULD WANT TO FIND IN A PHYSICIAN. BEYOND THAT, HE IS AN OUTSTANDING SURGEON AFFILIATED WITH A WORLD-RENOWNED CANCER HOSPITAL. HE SUCCESSFULLY TREATED MY WIFE AND THREE OTHER PEOPLE WE KNOW. DO NOT EVEN THINK OF SEEING ANYONE ELSE FOR LUNG CANCER-RELATED ILLNESS.

Since my surgery in 2011 through now, Dr Downey has been patient and willing to explain and answer all my questions. I find him caring and with a sense of humor which to me is essential in any physician I must rely on.

Dr, Downey is a remarkable doctor! His knowledge and expertise is amazing which is complimented by his caring and compassionate attitude.No one ever wants to see a doctor for cancer, but if you must Dr. Downey is the one you want on your side! Dr. Downey is just the kind of MD that you would be looking for if you needed his expertize. He is kind, caring and best of all up to date on all and every aspect of his field! Great guy! . I would recommend him to my dearest friends, without reservation. He save my life two time. WE LOVE YOU- DOCTOR FROM GOD!

If you want a doctor who cares about the patient and not his own ego and self-glorification, go elsewhere.

When we met Dr. Downey spoke to me and my family simply, explaining my circumstance, detailed the treatment plan, honestly informed me of what I was about to face, and took all the necessary time I needed. He followed my progress while under Chemotherapy, and succeeded in curing me. I would recommend him to my dearest friends, without reservation.

Dr. Downey saved my life . I showed up with lung cancer After the diagnosis he gave me a choice of extending my Life with Chemo and radiation or cure me with what was Very risky surgery. It wasn't easy with my body not cooperating With multiple infections but one year later I am cancer free And living my life that I wouldn't have if not for Dr.Downey! God bless you sit you are the best!

Dr, Downey is a remarkable doctor! His knowledge and expertise is amazing which is complimented by his caring and compassionate attitude.No one ever wants to see a doctor for cancer, but if you must Dr. Downey is the one you want on your side!

Dr. Downey is just the kind of MD that you would be looking for if you needed his expertize. He is kind, caring and best of all up to date on all and every aspect of his field! Great guy!