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Dr. William T. Dowell received his medical degree and completed a fellowship at the University of Cincinnati. He completed his residency at Emory University School of Medicine. He is board certified in Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Disease, Critical Care, & Sleep Medicine.
Specialties
Pulmonary Medicine
Critical Care Medicine
Sleep Medicine
Education & Training
University of Cincinnati Medical Center
Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine Critical Care
American Board of Internal Medicine - Sleep
American Board of Internal Medicine - Pulm
Hospital Affiliations
Wellstar Kennestone Hospital
Wellstar Windy Hill Hospital
Wellstar Cobb Hospital
Wellstar Douglas Hospital
Wellstar Paulding Hospital
Languages spoken
English
Patient Reviews
Overall patient rating
4.8
4.8
Based on 323 patient ratings
I'd recommend this provider to family and friends
4.90
Listened to me carefully
4.85
Shared the right amount of information
4.85
Earned my trust
4.76
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Patient Reviews
5
Dr Dowdell is great.
March 16, 2024
5
Everyone was great! Great experience!
March 16, 2024
5
Everyone at Wellstar Pulmonary was extremely helpful and made sure all my questions and families concerns were addressed.
March 15, 2024
5
not only did dr. dowdell handle the requirements of my annual visit, but he also took the time to answer a couple of other medical questions dealing with pulmonary issues that i had prior to my upcoming trip. thanks!
March 2, 2024
5
Front desk was super nice made me feel welcome , staff was amazing overall
March 1, 2024
5
Everyone was very kind and professional
February 29, 2024
5
I appreciated the time that was spent with me. Dr. Dowdell was a good listener and gave me options for my treatment which I liked.
February 24, 2024
5
Good experience. Took their time and answered all questions.
February 23, 2024
5
Dr. Dowdell always explains the plan of care!
February 22, 2024
5
Easy and informative.
February 17, 2024
5
Very prompt. In fact, was taken in early, very thorough. Staff was friendly and courteous.
February 17, 2024
5
Dr dowdell has been managing my cpap annual visits for several years. Always has chart from my machine and talks about it . I had very severe apnea on first sleep study but the cpap is doing good job helping me. So It is helpful the way doctor watches my numbers and let's me know.
February 16, 2024
5
Communication about my health and options to address my needs was excellent.
February 16, 2024
5
Dr. Dowdell & staff were very professional and courteous.
February 16, 2024
5
I have been seeing Dr. Dowdell for many years ane he is always concerned about me as a person and about my health, He has always been there for me.
February 15, 2024
5
They were courteous, professional and genuinely concerned for my care
February 3, 2024
5
Excellent visit. Staff and provider were friendly and provided excellent customer service. Provider did not rush the visit and spent ample time assessing my condition. He explained things well and allowed me to ask questions and give input.
February 1, 2024
5
I saw this Md for the 1st time. It was evident he had reviewed my records before my visit. He included me in his thought process so I felt well cared for. I was able to get a quick appointment for a needed surgical clearance. Thank you to all.
January 27, 2024
5
The Dr was very tentative to my needs and concerns. I have already recommended him to someone else.,
January 12, 2024
5
It was very good
January 6, 2024
5
This is one provider who was not rushed, patiently explained everything to me and made sure i understood. Havent had this experience in a long time.
January 5, 2024
5
It was great
January 6, 2024
5
Dr. Dowdell is extremely generous with his time. He comprehensively described my condition (obstructive sleep apnea) and discussed my treatment plan options. I trust him with the management of my condition.
December 30, 2023
5
Dr. Dowdell is an excellent provider. He listened to my concerns and thoroughly answered my questions. He has a great "chairside" manner! And I have recommended him to others as one of the best pulmonary doctors.
December 30, 2023
5
Dr. DOWDELL very patient and answered all my questions! He is really taking care of me.
December 30, 2023
5
I'm happy with the check in ladies who are friendly and welcoming. The RN who talked with me and did my vitals was very nice and highly professional. Doctor Dowdell is very knowledgeable about my case and offered me some great advice on what I should do to resolve my issue Overall the most helpful place I have been in a long time.
December 28, 2023
5
Great work. High professionalism. Thank you so much
December 15, 2023
5
The front office staff was very professional and nice and greeted me when I came in and answered any questions I had. Dr. Dowdell was very prompt. He was very thorough. He was very nice and he was very honest in his assessment and the checkout was very good and went smooth as well. Overall, I really enjoyed the visit and I really did like Dr. Dowdell.
December 16, 2023
5
Very personal, caring and supporting
December 9, 2023
5
Very professional
December 9, 2023
5
Dr Dowdell is great.
March 16, 2024
5
Everyone was great! Great experience!
March 16, 2024
5
Everyone at Wellstar Pulmonary was extremely helpful and made sure all my questions and families concerns were addressed.
March 15, 2024
5
not only did dr. dowdell handle the requirements of my annual visit, but he also took the time to answer a couple of other medical questions dealing with pulmonary issues that i had prior to my upcoming trip. thanks!
March 2, 2024
5
Front desk was super nice made me feel welcome , staff was amazing overall
March 1, 2024
5
Everyone was very kind and professional
February 29, 2024
5
I appreciated the time that was spent with me. Dr. Dowdell was a good listener and gave me options for my treatment which I liked.
February 24, 2024
5
Good experience. Took their time and answered all questions.
February 23, 2024
5
Dr. Dowdell always explains the plan of care!
February 22, 2024
5
Easy and informative.
February 17, 2024
5
Very prompt. In fact, was taken in early, very thorough. Staff was friendly and courteous.
February 17, 2024
5
Dr dowdell has been managing my cpap annual visits for several years. Always has chart from my machine and talks about it . I had very severe apnea on first sleep study but the cpap is doing good job helping me. So It is helpful the way doctor watches my numbers and let's me know.
February 16, 2024
5
Communication about my health and options to address my needs was excellent.
February 16, 2024
5
Dr. Dowdell & staff were very professional and courteous.
February 16, 2024
5
I have been seeing Dr. Dowdell for many years ane he is always concerned about me as a person and about my health, He has always been there for me.
February 15, 2024
5
They were courteous, professional and genuinely concerned for my care
February 3, 2024
5
Excellent visit. Staff and provider were friendly and provided excellent customer service. Provider did not rush the visit and spent ample time assessing my condition. He explained things well and allowed me to ask questions and give input.
February 1, 2024
5
I saw this Md for the 1st time. It was evident he had reviewed my records before my visit. He included me in his thought process so I felt well cared for. I was able to get a quick appointment for a needed surgical clearance. Thank you to all.
January 27, 2024
5
The Dr was very tentative to my needs and concerns. I have already recommended him to someone else.,
January 12, 2024
5
It was very good
January 6, 2024
5
This is one provider who was not rushed, patiently explained everything to me and made sure i understood. Havent had this experience in a long time.
January 5, 2024
5
It was great
January 6, 2024
5
Dr. Dowdell is extremely generous with his time. He comprehensively described my condition (obstructive sleep apnea) and discussed my treatment plan options. I trust him with the management of my condition.
December 30, 2023
5
Dr. Dowdell is an excellent provider. He listened to my concerns and thoroughly answered my questions. He has a great "chairside" manner! And I have recommended him to others as one of the best pulmonary doctors.
December 30, 2023
5
Dr. DOWDELL very patient and answered all my questions! He is really taking care of me.
December 30, 2023
5
I'm happy with the check in ladies who are friendly and welcoming. The RN who talked with me and did my vitals was very nice and highly professional. Doctor Dowdell is very knowledgeable about my case and offered me some great advice on what I should do to resolve my issue Overall the most helpful place I have been in a long time.
December 28, 2023
5
Great work. High professionalism. Thank you so much
December 15, 2023
5
The front office staff was very professional and nice and greeted me when I came in and answered any questions I had. Dr. Dowdell was very prompt. He was very thorough. He was very nice and he was very honest in his assessment and the checkout was very good and went smooth as well. Overall, I really enjoyed the visit and I really did like Dr. Dowdell.
December 16, 2023
5
Very personal, caring and supporting
December 9, 2023
5
Very professional
December 9, 2023
5
Dr Dowdell is great.
March 16, 2024
5
Everyone was great! Great experience!
March 16, 2024
5
Everyone at Wellstar Pulmonary was extremely helpful and made sure all my questions and families concerns were addressed.
March 15, 2024
5
not only did dr. dowdell handle the requirements of my annual visit, but he also took the time to answer a couple of other medical questions dealing with pulmonary issues that i had prior to my upcoming trip. thanks!
March 2, 2024
5
Front desk was super nice made me feel welcome , staff was amazing overall
March 1, 2024
5
Everyone was very kind and professional
February 29, 2024
5
I appreciated the time that was spent with me. Dr. Dowdell was a good listener and gave me options for my treatment which I liked.
February 24, 2024
5
Good experience. Took their time and answered all questions.
February 23, 2024
5
Dr. Dowdell always explains the plan of care!
February 22, 2024
5
Easy and informative.
February 17, 2024
5
Very prompt. In fact, was taken in early, very thorough. Staff was friendly and courteous.
February 17, 2024
5
Dr dowdell has been managing my cpap annual visits for several years. Always has chart from my machine and talks about it . I had very severe apnea on first sleep study but the cpap is doing good job helping me. So It is helpful the way doctor watches my numbers and let's me know.
February 16, 2024
5
Communication about my health and options to address my needs was excellent.
February 16, 2024
5
Dr. Dowdell & staff were very professional and courteous.
February 16, 2024
5
I have been seeing Dr. Dowdell for many years ane he is always concerned about me as a person and about my health, He has always been there for me.
February 15, 2024
5
They were courteous, professional and genuinely concerned for my care
February 3, 2024
5
Excellent visit. Staff and provider were friendly and provided excellent customer service. Provider did not rush the visit and spent ample time assessing my condition. He explained things well and allowed me to ask questions and give input.
February 1, 2024
5
I saw this Md for the 1st time. It was evident he had reviewed my records before my visit. He included me in his thought process so I felt well cared for. I was able to get a quick appointment for a needed surgical clearance. Thank you to all.
January 27, 2024
5
The Dr was very tentative to my needs and concerns. I have already recommended him to someone else.,
January 12, 2024
5
It was very good
January 6, 2024
5
This is one provider who was not rushed, patiently explained everything to me and made sure i understood. Havent had this experience in a long time.
January 5, 2024
5
It was great
January 6, 2024
5
Dr. Dowdell is extremely generous with his time. He comprehensively described my condition (obstructive sleep apnea) and discussed my treatment plan options. I trust him with the management of my condition.
December 30, 2023
5
Dr. Dowdell is an excellent provider. He listened to my concerns and thoroughly answered my questions. He has a great "chairside" manner! And I have recommended him to others as one of the best pulmonary doctors.
December 30, 2023
5
Dr. DOWDELL very patient and answered all my questions! He is really taking care of me.
December 30, 2023
5
I'm happy with the check in ladies who are friendly and welcoming. The RN who talked with me and did my vitals was very nice and highly professional. Doctor Dowdell is very knowledgeable about my case and offered me some great advice on what I should do to resolve my issue Overall the most helpful place I have been in a long time.
December 28, 2023
5
Great work. High professionalism. Thank you so much
December 15, 2023
5
The front office staff was very professional and nice and greeted me when I came in and answered any questions I had. Dr. Dowdell was very prompt. He was very thorough. He was very nice and he was very honest in his assessment and the checkout was very good and went smooth as well. Overall, I really enjoyed the visit and I really did like Dr. Dowdell.
December 16, 2023
5
Very personal, caring and supporting
December 9, 2023
5
Very professional
December 9, 2023
5
Dr Dowdell is great.
March 16, 2024
5
Everyone was great! Great experience!
March 16, 2024
5
Everyone at Wellstar Pulmonary was extremely helpful and made sure all my questions and families concerns were addressed.
March 15, 2024
5
not only did dr. dowdell handle the requirements of my annual visit, but he also took the time to answer a couple of other medical questions dealing with pulmonary issues that i had prior to my upcoming trip. thanks!
March 2, 2024
5
Front desk was super nice made me feel welcome , staff was amazing overall
March 1, 2024
5
Everyone was very kind and professional
February 29, 2024
5
I appreciated the time that was spent with me. Dr. Dowdell was a good listener and gave me options for my treatment which I liked.
February 24, 2024
5
Good experience. Took their time and answered all questions.
February 23, 2024
5
Dr. Dowdell always explains the plan of care!
February 22, 2024
5
Easy and informative.
February 17, 2024
5
Very prompt. In fact, was taken in early, very thorough. Staff was friendly and courteous.
February 17, 2024
5
Dr dowdell has been managing my cpap annual visits for several years. Always has chart from my machine and talks about it . I had very severe apnea on first sleep study but the cpap is doing good job helping me. So It is helpful the way doctor watches my numbers and let's me know.
February 16, 2024
5
Communication about my health and options to address my needs was excellent.
February 16, 2024
5
Dr. Dowdell & staff were very professional and courteous.
February 16, 2024
5
I have been seeing Dr. Dowdell for many years ane he is always concerned about me as a person and about my health, He has always been there for me.
February 15, 2024
5
They were courteous, professional and genuinely concerned for my care
February 3, 2024
5
Excellent visit. Staff and provider were friendly and provided excellent customer service. Provider did not rush the visit and spent ample time assessing my condition. He explained things well and allowed me to ask questions and give input.
February 1, 2024
5
I saw this Md for the 1st time. It was evident he had reviewed my records before my visit. He included me in his thought process so I felt well cared for. I was able to get a quick appointment for a needed surgical clearance. Thank you to all.
January 27, 2024
5
The Dr was very tentative to my needs and concerns. I have already recommended him to someone else.,
January 12, 2024
5
It was very good
January 6, 2024
5
It was great
January 6, 2024
5
This is one provider who was not rushed, patiently explained everything to me and made sure i understood. Havent had this experience in a long time.
January 5, 2024
5
Dr. Dowdell is extremely generous with his time. He comprehensively described my condition (obstructive sleep apnea) and discussed my treatment plan options. I trust him with the management of my condition.
December 30, 2023
5
Dr. DOWDELL very patient and answered all my questions! He is really taking care of me.
December 30, 2023
5
Dr. Dowdell is an excellent provider. He listened to my concerns and thoroughly answered my questions. He has a great "chairside" manner! And I have recommended him to others as one of the best pulmonary doctors.
December 30, 2023
5
I'm happy with the check in ladies who are friendly and welcoming. The RN who talked with me and did my vitals was very nice and highly professional. Doctor Dowdell is very knowledgeable about my case and offered me some great advice on what I should do to resolve my issue Overall the most helpful place I have been in a long time.
December 28, 2023
5
The front office staff was very professional and nice and greeted me when I came in and answered any questions I had. Dr. Dowdell was very prompt. He was very thorough. He was very nice and he was very honest in his assessment and the checkout was very good and went smooth as well. Overall, I really enjoyed the visit and I really did like Dr. Dowdell.
December 16, 2023
5
Great work. High professionalism. Thank you so much
December 15, 2023
5
Very professional
December 9, 2023
5
Very personal, caring and supporting
December 9, 2023
5
Very personal, caring and supporting
December 9, 2023
5
Very professional
December 9, 2023
5
Great work. High professionalism. Thank you so much
December 15, 2023
5
The front office staff was very professional and nice and greeted me when I came in and answered any questions I had. Dr. Dowdell was very prompt. He was very thorough. He was very nice and he was very honest in his assessment and the checkout was very good and went smooth as well. Overall, I really enjoyed the visit and I really did like Dr. Dowdell.
December 16, 2023
5
I'm happy with the check in ladies who are friendly and welcoming. The RN who talked with me and did my vitals was very nice and highly professional. Doctor Dowdell is very knowledgeable about my case and offered me some great advice on what I should do to resolve my issue Overall the most helpful place I have been in a long time.
December 28, 2023
5
Dr. Dowdell is an excellent provider. He listened to my concerns and thoroughly answered my questions. He has a great "chairside" manner! And I have recommended him to others as one of the best pulmonary doctors.
December 30, 2023
5
Dr. DOWDELL very patient and answered all my questions! He is really taking care of me.
December 30, 2023
5
Dr. Dowdell is extremely generous with his time. He comprehensively described my condition (obstructive sleep apnea) and discussed my treatment plan options. I trust him with the management of my condition.
December 30, 2023
5
This is one provider who was not rushed, patiently explained everything to me and made sure i understood. Havent had this experience in a long time.
January 5, 2024
5
It was great
January 6, 2024
5
It was very good
January 6, 2024
5
The Dr was very tentative to my needs and concerns. I have already recommended him to someone else.,
January 12, 2024
5
I saw this Md for the 1st time. It was evident he had reviewed my records before my visit. He included me in his thought process so I felt well cared for. I was able to get a quick appointment for a needed surgical clearance. Thank you to all.
January 27, 2024
5
Excellent visit. Staff and provider were friendly and provided excellent customer service. Provider did not rush the visit and spent ample time assessing my condition. He explained things well and allowed me to ask questions and give input.
February 1, 2024
5
They were courteous, professional and genuinely concerned for my care
February 3, 2024
5
I have been seeing Dr. Dowdell for many years ane he is always concerned about me as a person and about my health, He has always been there for me.
February 15, 2024
5
Dr. Dowdell & staff were very professional and courteous.
February 16, 2024
5
Communication about my health and options to address my needs was excellent.
February 16, 2024
5
Dr dowdell has been managing my cpap annual visits for several years. Always has chart from my machine and talks about it . I had very severe apnea on first sleep study but the cpap is doing good job helping me. So It is helpful the way doctor watches my numbers and let's me know.
February 16, 2024
5
Very prompt. In fact, was taken in early, very thorough. Staff was friendly and courteous.
February 17, 2024
5
Easy and informative.
February 17, 2024
5
Dr. Dowdell always explains the plan of care!
February 22, 2024
5
Good experience. Took their time and answered all questions.
February 23, 2024
5
I appreciated the time that was spent with me. Dr. Dowdell was a good listener and gave me options for my treatment which I liked.
February 24, 2024
5
Everyone was very kind and professional
February 29, 2024
5
Front desk was super nice made me feel welcome , staff was amazing overall
March 1, 2024
5
not only did dr. dowdell handle the requirements of my annual visit, but he also took the time to answer a couple of other medical questions dealing with pulmonary issues that i had prior to my upcoming trip. thanks!
March 2, 2024
5
Everyone at Wellstar Pulmonary was extremely helpful and made sure all my questions and families concerns were addressed.
March 15, 2024
5
Everyone was great! Great experience!
March 16, 2024
5
Dr Dowdell is great.
March 16, 2024
William Dowdell, MD
Pulmonologist with Wellstar since 2005
Rating
4.8
Specialties
Pulmonary Medicine
, Critical Care Medicine, Sleep Medicine