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44 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Downs, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Virginia Beach, VA?
Dr. Edward Downs, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Virginia Beach, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 44 years and is board certified. Dr. Downs graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond and completed his residency at Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Downs is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Downs’s office at (757) 460-0700.
Where did Dr. Downs go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Wake Forest University Baptist Med Center
Medical School: VA Commonwealth University School Of Medicine | Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond | Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond
Is Dr. Downs board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Edward Downs, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Downs speak?
Dr. Downs and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Which procedures does Dr. Downs perform as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Edward Downs may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Downs' office.
Does Dr. Downs accept my insurance?
Dr. Downs accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 460-0700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Downs accept in Virginia Beach, VA?
Dr. Downs in Virginia Beach, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Downs' office located?
Dr. Edward Downs' Primary Practice
1290 Diamond Springs Rd
Virginia Beach, VA 23455
(757) 460-0700
Dr. Edward Downs' Practice 2
704 Thimble Shoals Blvd Ste 200
Newport News, VA 23606
(757) 240-5580
What is Dr. Downs's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Downs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134151855.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Downs?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Downs
What is Dr. Edward Downs's specialty?
Dr. Downs is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Virginia Beach, VA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Downs to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Edward Downs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Downs is affiliated with Chesapeake Regional Medical Center, Sentara Leigh Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Edward Downs accepting new patients in Virginia Beach, VA?
Yes, Dr. Edward Downs is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edward Downs offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Downs's office at (757) 460-0700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edward Downs?
Please contact Dr. Downs's office at (757) 460-0700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Edward Downs have?
Dr. Edward Downs is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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