Dr. Thomas S. Cowan, MD | San Francisco, CA | Family Physician

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Dr. Thomas Cowan specializes in family medicine and emergency medicine, bringing over four decades of medical expertise to patient care. He earned his medical degree from Michigan State University College of Human Medicine and has been practicing for 42 years. Dr. Cowan is fluent in English.

Dr. Cowan practices in San Francisco, California, where he provides comprehensive healthcare services. His dual specialization allows him to offer both ongoing family care and urgent medical treatment when patients need immediate attention. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.0 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

accepting new patients
4

11 Ratings
42 years of experience
3 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine
5 written reviews
2 specialties
2 areas of expertise
1 office location
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Cowan's Ratings and Reviews

4

11 Ratings with 5 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 13 Minutes

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Patients’ Perspective

Gave an accurate diagnosis: (5) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Had a good bedside manner: (5) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Spent time with me: (5) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (4) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Flexible scheduling: (5) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
Staff was courteous: No Ratings

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I have consulted with dr Cowan for many years. Since 2000. I got to have a in person appointment last spring of 2017. I wish I could have him as my doctor locally. He is very calm, very focused very knowledgeable. No matter how scary a situation can be he has ideas that give u hope and don’t freak you out. Highly recommend if u live locally and if afar for second opinions or just input for consulting health concerns

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

December 15th, 2017

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Dr Cowan helped me get back on my feet after a heart attack. I consider him a genius, though the principles are simple. Every day of full activity without drugs is a miracle. Not only am I far more healthy because of his treatment but my wife also! That is due to the diet he suggested. He is a wholistic doctor in a world of specialists. He can connect the parts.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

July 22nd, 2013

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Dr. Cowan diagnosed my Mom and told her to get to emergency as soon as possible. He saved her life. He also recommended an alternative to prednisone which the City of Hope never did. He cares, he is well read, and he truly follows the hippocratic oath which includes "first do no harm." Incredible physician.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

February 7th, 2013

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Dr. Cowan is a brilliant doctor with a broad base of knowledge and experience. He is very responsive.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

September 26th, 2012

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Dr. Cowan's staff is extremely rude. He gave me the wrong diagnoses. I almost went for the wrong surgery. He has no clue what he is doing and only cares about money. He does not care about his patients and does not have good intentions.

Did Well

Needs Improvement

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

August 2nd, 2012

Cowan Thomas S Office

661 Chenery StSan Francisco, CA 94131

Tel: (415) 334-1010

Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm

WedClosed

Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed


Dr. Thomas Samuel Cowan, MD	Dr. Lubna Isho, DO	Dr. Samantha Von Ins, MD	Yves Chery, CT, ASCP, APRN, BSN, MSN
Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4 (11 Ratings)	4.7 (6 Ratings)	5 (8 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)
42 Years of Experience	25 Years of Experience	16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English	Speaks Arabic, English, Spanish	Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese	Speaks English
San Francisco , CA	POMONA , CA	Placentia , CA	SUWANEE , GA
Med School: Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine	Med School: Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific	Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Education & Training

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Graduated from Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine in 1984.

NPI Number

Dr. Cowan's NPI number is 1518064468.

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Where is Dr. Thomas Cowan's office located?: Dr. Thomas Cowan's office is located at 661 Chenery St, San Francisco, CA, 94131.
Does Dr. Thomas Cowan accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. Thomas Cowan has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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What languages does Dr. Thomas Cowan speak?: Dr. Thomas Cowan speaks English.

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