Dr. Thomas Cowden | Grand Rapids, MI | Ophthalmology

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Dr. Thomas Cowden specializes in ophthalmology, bringing over three decades of expertise to eye care. They earned their medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine and completed residency training at St Johns Hospital. With 34 years of dedicated practice, Dr. Cowden has developed extensive knowledge in treating various eye conditions and performing advanced surgical procedures. They communicate fluently in both English and Spanish, ensuring accessible care for diverse patients.

Dr. Cowden practices in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and maintains an affiliation with Select Specialty Hospital Spectrum Health. They focus primarily on treating cataracts, posterior capsule opacity, and presbyopia. Their surgical expertise includes performing cataract surgery and corneal procedures, while also providing comprehensive medical eye care. Patients consistently rate Dr. Cowden highly for their care, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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accepting new patients
4.7

224 Ratings
34 years of experience
40 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
St Johns Hospital
39 written reviews
2 specialties
12 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location

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Cowdens lasik surgery left me blurry in both eyes and he could care less about helping me.

April 19th, 2022

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As always excellent staff, Dr and service!

November 2nd, 2017

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I appreciate you taking a look at my eye, it’s a relief knowing the virus hasn’t gotten worse. PS: Denisha was amazing & deserves a raise!

October 19th, 2017

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Dr Cowdenand all his staff, we're great! They were thorough, attentive, and had good sense of humor. I felt relaxed and comfortable. They made me feel like I was the only patient there that day with a room full of people.

October 18th, 2017

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??????I really liked his manner and he inspired confidence.

October 11th, 2017

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Excellent care and very though.

September 23rd, 2017

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20 out of 20 stars.

September 16th, 2017

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WOW!!! so exciting. Have worn glasses since 2nd grade and now see so well with my right dominant eye fixed. Probably when 2nd eye is done closeup vision will be really bad but this faraway clear stuff is wonderful!!

September 14th, 2017

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Dr. Cowden and the staff at GRO are so professional and thorough. The entire process front start to finish was an easy process! My PKR surgery went great, I feel good and look forward to surgery on my left eye! Thanks again doc!

August 19th, 2017

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I was very happy with my initial consultation with Dr. Cowden, and can't wait to write another review after I have my Lasik performed. Dr. Cowden was very professional, and answered all my questions with ease.

July 26th, 2017

Grand Rapids Ophthalmology

750 E Beltline Ave NeGrand Rapids, MI 49525

Tel: (877) 338-9797

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 7:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Sat8:00 am - 11:00 am

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Dr. Thomas Cowden	Dr. Gilbert James Vanderveen, MD	Dr. Marcus Muallem, MD	Dr. Karl Johannes Siebert, MD
Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.7 (224 Ratings)	5 (2 Ratings)	4.6 (310 Ratings)	4.6 (18 Ratings)
34 Years of Experience	51 Years of Experience	31 Years of Experience	32 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks Hebrew, English, Arabic	Speaks Spanish, English
Grand Rapids , MI	Grand Rapids , MI	Grand Rapids , MI	Grand Rapids , MI
Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School	Med School: Hadassah Medical School	Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School
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Blindness
Cataract
Corneal Diseases
Diabetic Retinopathy
Eye Exam
Eye Pain
Glaucoma
Lasik Surgery
Macular Degeneration
Ophthalmologist
Refractive Surgical Procedures
Vision Issues

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Michigan, 2028, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

St Johns Hospital

Medical School

Wayne State University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1992

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Which hospitals is Dr. Thomas Cowden affiliated with?: Dr. Thomas Cowden is affiliated with Select Specialty Hospital Spectrum Health.
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Where is Dr. Thomas Cowden's office located?: Dr. Thomas Cowden's office is located at 750 E Beltline Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI, 49525.
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