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Who is Dr. Dowd, Internist in Suffolk, VA?
Dr. Christopher Dowd, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Suffolk, VA. He is board certified. Dr. Dowd graduated from Kansas City University of Medicine & Biosciences - College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Norfolk Genl Hospital Estn Va Med School. Dr. Dowd is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dowd’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dowd’s office.
Where did Dr. Dowd go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Norfolk Genl Hospital Estn Va Med School | Eastern Virginia Medical School Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: Kansas City University of Medicine & Biosciences - College of Osteopathic Medicine | Kansas City University of Medicine & Biosciences - College of Osteopathic Medicine
Is Dr. Dowd board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Dowd, DO is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine since 2005, American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Dowd speak?
Dr. Dowd and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Dowd typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Dowd diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Dowd. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Overweight
- Obesity
- Body Weight
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Excess Weight
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E663: Overweight
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Dowd typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Dowd may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Dowd's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Dowd accept my insurance?
Dr. Dowd accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dowd accept in Suffolk, VA?
Dr. Dowd in Suffolk, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Dowd's office located?
Recognitions
Awards
Golden Stethoscope, Kansas City Univ of Medicine & Biosciences
Valedictorian, Kansas City Univ of Medicine & Biosciences
What is Dr. Dowd's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dowd's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437159688.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dowd?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dowd
What is Dr. Christopher Dowd's specialty?
Dr. Dowd is a Internist near Suffolk, VA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Christopher Dowd affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dowd is affiliated with Sentara Obici Hospital, Chesapeake Regional Medical Center, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, Sentara Princess Anne 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Christopher Dowd accepting new patients in Suffolk, VA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Dowd is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Dowd offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dowd's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Dowd?
Please contact Dr. Dowd's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Dowd have?
Dr. Christopher Dowd is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and American Board of Internal Medicine.
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5833 Harbour View Blvd Ste B
Suffolk, VA 23435