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Dr. Francis Downey, MD

Dr. Francis Downey, MD

Cardiovascular Surgery*
35+ years of experience
(480) 770-1287

Dr. Francis Downey, MD is a cardiovascular surgery specialist in Phoenix, AZ and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI / MEDICAL CENTER in 1986. She is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (10 reviews)
(480) 770-1287
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5777 E Mayo Blvd
Phoenix, AZ 85054

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AZ - Heart Surgery5777 E Mayo Blvd Phoenix, AZ 85054
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(480) 770-1287

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well • Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital • America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction • Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. Downey's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Downey

3.8
10 ratings, 4 with a written review
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Dr Downey and his team at Mayo Clinic performed Open Heart Surgery on me to replace leaky Aortic Valve on October 20 th 2022. He helped me to understand and choose Biological valve. I am 58 year old, fourth day was discharged from Hospital and fifth day was able to walk about 9000 steps around neighborhood. I am very satisfied and highly recommend Dr Downey and his team.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Ismet Kiselica – Oct 31, 2022
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I had a triple bypass surgery that Dr. Downey performed on me on April 22, 2020. I was home and walking around the block in 5 days. I was walking 1 mile after 10 days post surgery. He is an excellent surgeon and his team is the best. I am one year out and hiking 5 miles 3 times a week and playing golf twice a week.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
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Jack Keefe – Jul 03, 2021
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He is a magnificent Doctor. Explains everything to you. Makes you feel at ease. Would recommend him to everyone having heart surgery.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Mar 23, 2019
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I would recommend Dr. Downey without qualification. His skill as a surgeon, his unwavering commitment to his art and to his patients, and his standing in the St. Luke's practice and in the halls of the CVICU assure that somebody under his care will receive truly exceptional care.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Milwaukee, WI – Jun 18, 2016
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About Me

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Dr. Francis Downey, MD is a cardiovascular surgery specialist in Phoenix, AZ and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI / MEDICAL CENTER in 1986. She is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

  • Cardiovascular Surgery

  • Transplant Surgery

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  • Blodgett Memorial Mc

    Residency Hospital

  • Loyola University Stritch School Med

    Fellowship Hospital, 1993

  • University Of Cincinnati / Medical Center

    Medical School, 1986
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mayo Clinic Hospital

    5777 E Mayo Blvd
    Phoenix, AZ 85054
    Recipient of 51
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    93%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    9% higher than the national average

    91%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    26% higher than the national average

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