Overview
Michael Mcdowell is a Neurosurgery provider in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Dr. Mcdowell is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Chiari Malformation, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Microvascular Decompression.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 113 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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30 Hope Dr Ste 1200, Hershey, PA 17033
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Michael Mcdowell
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Mcdowell?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Michael Mcdowell by calling their office at 717-531-3828. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Michael Mcdowell a top-rated expert for Chiari Malformation?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael Mcdowell is classified as an Elite expert for Chiari Malformation, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Michael Mcdowell specialize in?
While Dr. Michael Mcdowell is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Chiari Malformation, Chiari Malformation Type 2, and Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.
Does Dr. Michael Mcdowell participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Michael Mcdowell has published 113 articles and abstracts on conditions like Chiari Malformation. You can view a list of Dr. Michael Mcdowell's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Michael Mcdowell accept my insurance?
Dr. Michael Mcdowell accepts most major insurance plans, including Cigna and UPMC. We recommend calling the office directly at 717-531-3828 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Elite
- Chiari MalformationDr. Mcdowell isElite. Learn about Chiari Malformation.
- Chiari Malformation Type 2Dr. Mcdowell isElite. Learn about Chiari Malformation Type 2.
- Distinguished
- Cerebrospinal Fluid LeakDr. Mcdowell isDistinguished. Learn about Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak.
- Chiari Malformation Type 1Dr. Mcdowell isDistinguished. Learn about Chiari Malformation Type 1.
- HydrocephalusDr. Mcdowell isDistinguished. Learn about Hydrocephalus.
- Posterior Fossa DecompressionDr. Mcdowell isDistinguished. Learn about Posterior Fossa Decompression.
- Advanced
- ChordomaDr. Mcdowell isAdvanced. Learn about Chordoma.
- MyelomeningoceleDr. Mcdowell isAdvanced. Learn about Myelomeningocele.
- Olfactory NeuroblastomaDr. Mcdowell isAdvanced. Learn about Olfactory Neuroblastoma.
- Experienced
- Absence SeizureDr. Mcdowell isExperienced. Learn about Absence Seizure.
- Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Mcdowell isExperienced. Learn about Arteriovenous Malformation.
- Bone TumorDr. Mcdowell isExperienced. Learn about Bone Tumor.
- Brain AneurysmDr. Mcdowell isExperienced. Learn about Brain Aneurysm.
- Brain TumorDr. Mcdowell isExperienced. Learn about Brain Tumor.
- Cerebral Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Mcdowell isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation.