4.1
20 Ratings with 9 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Robert Downey is a thoracic surgeon with over four decades of medical experience, specializing in complex chest and lung surgeries. He earned his medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons and completed his residency at Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center. With 41 years in practice, Dr. Downey brings extensive expertise to his surgical practice. He is fluent in Chinese and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations.
Dr. Downey practices at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center with locations in New York and Basking Ridge, New Jersey. His affiliation with this renowned cancer center reflects his specialization in advanced thoracic surgical procedures. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.1 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in his care and expertise.
Dr. Downey practices at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center with locations in New York and Basking Ridge, New Jersey. His affiliation with this renowned cancer center reflects his specialization in advanced thoracic surgical procedures. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.1 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in his care and expertise.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 41 years of experience
- 9 insurance plans accepted
- speaks Chinese, Spanish
- Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center
- 9 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 10 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 4 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Robert John Downey has 4 locationsMemorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center Basking Ridge
136 Mountainview BlvdBasking Ridge, NJ 07920 Tel: (908) 542-3000
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Robert John Downey, MD | Dr. Benjamin E Lee, MD | David R. Jones, MD | Dr. Charles A. Mack, MD |
| Thoracic Surgery | Thoracic Surgery | Thoracic Surgery | Thoracic Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 41 Years of Experience | 49 Years of Experience | 37 Years of Experience | 34 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Chinese, Spanish | Speaks English, Mandarin, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| New York , NY | Flushing , NY | New York , NY | Flushing , NY |
| Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons | Med School: New York Medical College | Med School: West Virginia University | Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Robert John Downey
Medical Specialties
Dr. Robert John Downey has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Robert John Downey has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
41 Years Experience
Dr. Robert John Downey holds inactive and expired medical licenses in the states of New York and New Jersey.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an inactive medical license in the state of New York that expired in 2025 and an expired medical license in the state of New Jersey that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons in 1985.
NPI Number
Dr. Downey's NPI number is 1346229606.
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- Dr. Robert Downey's office is located at 1275 York Ave, New York, NY, 10065.
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