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Dr. Mark Downey, MD

Dr. Mark Downey, MD

Interventional Spine Medicine*

Dr. Mark Downey, MD is an interventional spine medicine specialist in Birmingham, AL. He is affiliated with Princeton Baptist Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 25 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (25 reviews)

Practice

10 Old Montgomery Hwy Ste 200 Birmingham, AL 35209
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Downey specializes in the area of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Good Communication
    Patients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Downey's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Downey

4.6

25 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 Star
88%
88%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
4%
4%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
8%
8%

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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
Helpful
Rebecca Ann Jacobs – Jun 22, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Becky – Mar 06, 2021
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 14, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Paula Polinski – Feb 11, 2020
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Yvonne Gann – Nov 18, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Kathie Jones, Shelby Co – Sep 09, 2019
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
Helpful
Nov 07, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
10 people found this helpful
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harriet word in mountain brook, al – Dec 31, 2015
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Downey's treatment philosophy is simple. Patients should leave the office with a better understanding of their spine condition paired with confidence in his ability to diagnose and treat them. He takes time with each patient...read more

biography

Dr. Mark Downey is a native of Anniston, Alabama. He is married with 3 children. He enjoys outdoor activities including golf, exercise, water sports, and time spent with his family. 
  • Interventional Spine Medicine

  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

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  • University Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 2006
  • Baptist Health System

    Internship Hospital, 2003
  • Samford University

    Undergraduate School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation®
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Locations

Practice

Spine Group Alabama LLC10 Old Montgomery Hwy Ste 200 Birmingham, AL 35209
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Princeton Baptist Medical Center

    701 Princeton Ave SW
    Birmingham, AL 35211
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

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