4.2
16 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Thomas Downes treats cholelithiasis, acute cholecystitis, and ventral hernia, and performs laparoscopy, laparoscopic gallbladder removal surgery, and skin lesion treatment or removal. He has practiced surgery for 41 years and speaks English and Spanish.
Dr. Downes earned his medical degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed his residency at Alton Ochsner Medical Foundation. He is affiliated with Marshall Medical Center North and Marshall Medical Center South and sees patients in Boaz, Alabama.
Dr. Downes earned his medical degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed his residency at Alton Ochsner Medical Foundation. He is affiliated with Marshall Medical Center North and Marshall Medical Center South and sees patients in Boaz, Alabama.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 41 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- Alton Ochsner Medical Foundation
- 2 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 1 area of expertise
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
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| Dr. Thomas Watson Downes III, MD | Dr. Eric Anthony Crabtree, DO | Dr. Haley Routh Clark, MD | Dr. Paul Jorgen Nordness, MD |
| Surgery | Surgery | Diagnostic Radiology | Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 41 Years of Experience | 13 Years of Experience | 31 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | ||
| Boaz , AL | Gadsden , AL | Birmingham , AL | Gadsden , AL |
| Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School | Med School: Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine | |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Thomas Watson Downes has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Thomas Watson Downes has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
41 Years Experience
Dr. Thomas Watson Downes holds an expired medical license in the state of Alabama.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Alabama that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Alton Ochsner Medical Foundation.
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Alabama School Of Medicine in 1985.
NPI Number
Dr. Downes' NPI number is 1689725814.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Thomas Downes affiliated with?
- Dr. Thomas Downes is affiliated with Marshall Medical Center North and Marshall Medical Center South.
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