Summary

Dr. Thomas Dowling specializes in orthopedic surgery with additional expertise in pain medicine, physical medicine and rehabilitation, and orthopedic spine surgery. He earned his medical degree from Boston University in Boston, Massachusetts, and completed his residency at North Shore University Hospital in Manhasset, New York. Dr. Dowling furthered his training through fellowships at both North Shore University Hospital and Toronto General Hospital and Mount Sinai Hospital in Toronto, Canada. He is fluent in English and Spanish.

Dr. Dowling practices at Long Island Spine Specialists with locations in Commack, Riverhead, and West Hempstead, New York. His clinical focus includes treating back pain during pregnancy and back pain in children and teens, as well as managing spinal stenosis. He offers comprehensive care through physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy approaches. Patients rate Dr. Dowling 4.5 out of 5 stars on average for his care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 49 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • North Shore University Hospital, Manhasset, New York
  • 12 written reviews
  • 4 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 4 board certifications
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Thomas Joseph Dowling has 4 locations

Long Island Spine Specialists - Commack

763 Larkfield Rd Ste 201Commack, NY 11725
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 - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Long Island Spine Specialists - Riverhead

887 Old Country Rd Ste DRiverhead, NY 11901
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 - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Long Island Spine Specialists - West Hempstead

565 Hempstead TpkeWest Hempstead, NY 11552
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 - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

LONG ISLAND SPINE SPECIALISTS, PC

763 Larkfield Rd Ste 202Commack, NY 11725

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Dr. Thomas Joseph Dowling, MDDr. Alexander L. Neuwirth, MDDr. Michael L. Knudsen, MDDr. Roshan P. Shah, MD
Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
4.8 
14 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English
Commack , NYNew York , NYBronxville , NYNew York , NY
Med School: Boston University, Boston, Massachusetts Med School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Thomas Joseph Dowling

  • Accepts Medicare
  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Allianz Worldwide Care - Workers’ Compensation
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareSource
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Corvel - Workers’ Compensation
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - HMO
  • EmblemHealth - PPO
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • GEHA
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • Liberty Mutual
  • Liberty Mutual - Workers’ Compensation
  • MagnaCare
  • MagnaCare - Workers’ Compensation
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - HMO
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Northwell Direct
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Progressive
  • State Farm
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC - Workers’ Compensation
  • The Hartford - Workers’ Compensation
  • Travelers
  • Travelers - Workers’ Compensation
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare
  • Zenith - Workers’ Compensation

Medical Specialties

Dr. Thomas Joseph Dowling has the following 4 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Thomas Joseph Dowling has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Back Injuries
  • Back Pain
  • Head and Neck Disorder
  • Herniated Disc
  • Infection
  • Laser Surgery
  • Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures
  • Neck Pain
  • Orthopedic Spine Surgery
  • Pain Medicine
  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
  • Scoliosis

Certifications, License, & Education

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at North Shore University Hospital, Manhasset, New York and Toronto General Hospital and Mount Sinai Hospital, Toronto, Canada.

Residency

Completed their residency at North Shore University Hospital Manhasset, New York.

Medical School

Graduated from Boston University, Boston, Massachusetts.

NPI Number

Dr. Dowling's NPI number is 1336163344.

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Dr. Thomas Dowling speaks English and Spanish.
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Dr. Thomas Dowling's office is located at 763 Larkfield Rd Ste 201, Commack, NY, 11725.
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