Overview
Richard Downey is a Vascular Surgeon and a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Columbia, Missouri. He has been practicing medicine for over 46 years.
Dr. Downey is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Dissection, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Heart Valve Repair, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).
Dr. Downey is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery and (Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)). He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles.
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- HMO
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- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
1600 E Broadway, Columbia, MO 65201
1705 E Broadway, Suite 280, Columbia, MO 65201
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. Richard S. Downey
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Richard S. Downey?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Richard S. Downey by calling their office at 573-815-8000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Richard S. Downey a top-rated expert for Heart Valve Repair?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Richard S. Downey is classified as an Advanced expert for Heart Valve Repair, 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. Richard S. Downey specialize in?
While Dr. Richard S. Downey is a Vascular Surgery, they have specific expertise in Heart Valve Repair, Aortic Dissection, and Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Vascular Surgery.
Does Dr. Richard S. Downey participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Richard S. Downey has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Heart Valve Repair. You can view a list of Dr. Richard S. Downey's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Richard S. Downey accept my insurance?
Dr. Richard S. Downey accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 573-815-8000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- Aortic DissectionDr. Downey isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Dissection.
- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Downey isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Downey isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- Collapsed LungDr. Downey isAdvanced. Learn about Collapsed Lung.
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
- Cystic Medial Necrosis of AortaDr. Downey isAdvanced. Learn about Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta.
- Experienced
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)Dr. Downey isExperienced. Learn about Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA).
- Adenosine Deaminase 2 DeficiencyDr. Downey isExperienced. Learn about Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency.
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Downey isExperienced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Downey isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Downey isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Atrial MyxomaDr. Downey isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Myxoma.