Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS)
Orthopedic Surgery
535 East 70th Street
New York,, NY 10021 Directions
4.9 out of 5
76,524 verified ratings
76,524 Ratings, 24 Comments
The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.
Apr 28, 2025
James E. Dowdell, III, MD
Very pleased with Dr. Dowdell.
Apr 9, 2025
James E. Dowdell, III, MD
He continues to do all of these things!
Apr 1, 2025
James E. Dowdell, III, MD
The doctor and his team took care of me and prepared me for surgery and any questions I had. The team was amazing and did a great job.
Feb 18, 2025
James E. Dowdell, III, MD
Dr Dowdell and team kept me informed and feeling like the most important patient of the day
Aug 6, 2024
James E. Dowdell, III, MD
Superb doctors
Aug 4, 2024
James E. Dowdell, III, MD
Best doctors out there
Jul 30, 2024
James E. Dowdell, III, MD
My surgeon, Dr. James Dowdell, is TOP NOTCH in EVERY WAY. He kept me informed every step of the way starting with my first visit and introduction to him and up until an hour before my surgery with him. He told me of the risks involved in my surgery, and he told me what to expect post-surgery. He is very caring and concerned. He told me that on the day of my operation 100% of his attention is on me. Everything he had to say to me and my wife was very reassuring. I'm grateful to him. And I am so happy I chose him to do this cervical surgery for me.
Jul 18, 2024
James E. Dowdell, III, MD
The care I received was excellant all around.
Jun 4, 2024
James E. Dowdell, III, MD
I feel Blessed to have found Dr. Dowdell.
May 17, 2024
James E. Dowdell, III, MD
Surgeon is great. As I walked upstairs the day after surgery, I will say he is skilled. Throughout the entire process he made me and my wife feel very comfortable.
Apr 16, 2024
James E. Dowdell, III, MD
Excellent!!
Apr 16, 2024
James E. Dowdell, III, MD
My surgeon was patient, courteous and respectful all along the way. My procedure involved complications, with unknown impact on the outcome. The Dr was mindful of how the uncertainty might cause concern. He handled it kindly and skillfully.
Apr 10, 2024
James E. Dowdell, III, MD
Evidently skilled as back pain is gone.
Jan 24, 2024
James E. Dowdell, III, MD
Dr. Dowdell was exceptional.
Dec 18, 2023
James E. Dowdell, III, MD
Incredible surgeon!!!
Sep 25, 2023
James E. Dowdell, III, MD
I am extremely happy with my surgeon & his PA!! I picked the right doctor!
Jul 19, 2023
James E. Dowdell, III, MD
Dr. Dowdell was great pre, during, and post surgeon. Highly recommend him.
Jun 30, 2023
James E. Dowdell, III, MD
Dr. Dowdell was wonderful.
May 26, 2023
James E. Dowdell, III, MD
Dr. James Dowdell Dr. Zachary Levy were amazing!
Apr 18, 2023
James E. Dowdell, III, MD
Have total faith in my surgeon.
Mar 31, 2023
James E. Dowdell, III, MD
THE BEST!!!
Mar 6, 2023
James E. Dowdell, III, MD
My experiences were excellent. I have no complaints. I felt confident in his care. He called me at home on Saturday, the day of discharge and his PA made a follow up call on the following Monday.I felt as if I were in good hands. My escort shares the same views.
Dec 7, 2022
James E. Dowdell, III, MD
Dr. Dowdell has been helpful & caring, start to finish.
Oct 31, 2022
James E. Dowdell, III, MD
The best.