Legacy Health Partners
Jeff Bowden, DO
Primary Care
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My Specialties:
Family Medicine, Board-certified -
My Areas of Focus:
Pediatrics, Preventive Medicine, Sports Medicine -
Languages:
English, Interpreters available for other languages -
Gender:
Male
PATIENT RATING: 4.9 OUT OF 5 ( 225 RATINGS & 87 COMMENTS)
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Legacy Medical Group-Salmon Creek Family Medicine
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2101 N.E. 139th St., Suite 450
Vancouver, WA 98686-2325 - 360-487-4848
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About Me:
Dr. Bowden is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and the American Medical Association. He cares for a full spectrum of family medicine with an emphasis on pediatrics, sports medicine, and preventative care. Outside of work, Dr. Bowden enjoys traveling, hiking, spending time with my family, sports and gardening.
Education:
Residency:
National Capital Consortium Andrews Air Force Base
Internship:
National Capital Consortium Andrews Air Force Base
Medical School:
Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergraduate:
University of Washington
Year I Started Practice:
2002
Hospitals Served:
Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center
Patient Rating
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Very comfortable visit. Dr. Bowden is great!
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No issues.
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Long storymy new pharmacy would not refill my script for Levothyroxine and instructed me to call my physician. When I called I was told I needed to come in for a face to face visit before my prescription would be filled. Fortunately, I was able to get an appointment same day. When I told Dr Bowden the reason for my visit he said a face to face was not needed and their new computer system had made an error. I did, however need to have a blood test done and this now needs to be done every 3 months which had previously not been discussed with me. Dr Bowden sent me down to the lab for the blood draw but, because I didn't have an appointment they treated me as a walk in. I checked back at front desk during my nearly 2 hour wait and finally they processed my "paperwork". Apparently, I should have been given a blue sheet to move through the process quickly. So not only was a face to face not needed but, I spent an excessive amount of time sitting in the lab waiting room during which time I could have been exposed to Covid or another respiratory infection. I do not fault Dr Bowden with this less than desirable situation but, it does seem like a disconnect in the Legacy system. I finally was able to pick up my prescription after spending 1/2 day waiting, on my Birthday no less. I have always been tremendously happy with Dr Bowden and his assistants in the past.
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This was the first time I saw this doctor as my primary doctor is retiring.
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This was first visit with Dr. Bowden. My previous primary physician is retiring and l requested Dr. Bowden as my new primary physician. I am extremely happy about this decision after meeting with him yesterday. We had a very comfortable and informative conversation about my health issues.
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Super doctor and staff always!
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He always does a good job, very impressed with him
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The best ever.
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Dr. Bowden listen to me and explains things I address in a way I can understand. His crew are always nice and listens to what I say. 10's all around
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Dr. Bowden wanted a blood draw for this appointment, so I did like I usually do. Send a message about a week before my appointment to remind him to order the blood draw. The message got stopped twice by different MAs. It never reached his desk. I feel like its near impossible to get a message directly to my doctor. It's very frustrating. My blood draw had to be done after my appointment which means we weren't able to discuss it at the appointment like we usually do. He sent me a letter and said everything looked stable. I'm glad but it's still not the same, you know?
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Dr Bowden is very easy to talk about my health Issues, I trust him for his advise
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Great staff and amazing doctor. Thanks!
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Has dismissed some of my concerns about health issues and makes o attempts to dig further in many issues
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Every thing was done extremely well
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Very atinative listens well. Shows compassion
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Dr Bowden is very professional, kind and a Compassionate, understanding listener. I appreciate that immensely.
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Best doctors visit I have had to date. Dr. Bowden was easy to talk to, comprehensive, and excellent bedside manner. Facility was clean and everyone was super helpful!
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Everyone was professional and promptly helpful. It reminded me what a doctor's office visit should be like after having spent the last several years at other medical groups where I felt like I was treated poorly.
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Most minor issues addressed, got good advice and prescription I'm looking forward to see work
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The Doctor was in great health & shape Very insightful about TRT showed Genuine concerned about my healthWas very up-to-date on all new studies in regards to TRT and HRT And inhibitorsLook forward to being pro active in my health with this Doctor
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My 1st visit to this clinic. I liked the experience a lot.
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Did a procedure that was excellent that I would not have thot of
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Dr Bowden always is interested in listening to my issues.
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It was very evident my provider read my medical record before I came in. This was a new provider to me and I was establishing care as well as discussing a couple of ongoing concern. He was clearly familiar with a surgery I had two years ago and the potential ongoing issues I might have from it. I was just impressed that he took the time to read my chart before I came in for my visit. He also had a very pleasant bedside manner, he let me speak and listened I did not feel he was rushed at any point. I felt like he was truly concerned about providing the best care possible and he let me know he was available anytime I needed. Wish we had more providers like this!
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Waiting for referral to allergenist.
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I've been a patient of provider for years. He and his staff are always good see as they treat me as if family.
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Always courteous, professional & helpful.
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My first appointment with Dr Bowden. He is great! So glad he's my doctor!
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Dr, Jeffery Bowden has always been extremely helpful, understanding, and easy to understand, I have never had a problem explaining my health needs, or not getting the help I needed. I only have compliments for Dr. Jeffery, his staff, and the personnel at Legacy. Thank you all for being there during this horrible pandemic.
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It was a good first visit with Dr. Bowden. (prev. Dr. Retired) Waiting for blood work review by phone. Discussed current meds and supplements. Planned to meet with a specialist on skin issue.
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Excellent doctor and staff. I feel very good about my medical care with Legacy and Dr. Bowden.
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EVERYTHING WENT SMOOTH
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I honestly don't even know where to start. The moment he walked in to the appointment room, he asked me "How are you?", to which I replied, "I'm fine." And he replied with, "No you're not." And then he laughed. I tried to explain the new and worsening symptoms I have been having for about 2 weeks and he seemed to pretty much have his mind made up on a diagnosis before I even had a chance to fully explain what I'm experiencing. He told me, in his words, that what Im experiencing is a "psychosomatic pain episode." And that while my symptoms may be real to me, they aren't actually attributed to any organic condition. I tried to give a little health history, to which he didn't even listen or seem to care about hearing. He sarcastically mentioned me having "trigger words" and just proceeded to give me a medication to try for a month. When I asked about the medication, he was dismissive. He wrote In his chart note that I was anxious and depressed during my appointment, which I absolutely wasn't. I was calm and quiet and I couldn't even barely get a word in. He also put some other man's notes as a part of my chart note, stating I'm taking medications I've never even heard of and referring to me as "he" in the note. This is the 3rd appointment I've had with him, where he has been very rude, dismissive, and unwilling to hear anything I have to say. I've left in tears several times. I've never been treated this way by a medical professional in my whole life.
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Experiences were all very good as usual with Dr. Bowden and Legacy.
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In and out quickly, follow up over the phone was also easy.
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You are angels
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When I have called to ask a question about tests and or meds etc. I usually have to make a second call to a response.
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I am very happy with both the care from the office personnel and doctor. I would highly recommend this office to anyone needing primary care.
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Dr Bowden is easy to talk to and explains things without trying to go over my head, which would be easy to do. And he had obviously reviewed my history prior to seeing me. The Nurse who checked me in is also very good, she puts me at ease which is very nice in a medical setting.
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Dr. Bowden has been the best doctor I have ever dealt with
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Dr. Bowden was very friendly. Listen to me I felt like he was very understanding and spent time with me and I didn't feel rushed. Great bedside manner and sent in a prescription for me when I wasn't feeling well to get me back on the path to return to work. Grateful Thank you!!!
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This was a very good visit, I learned a lot about my health.
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Dr. Bowden does a fabulous job of explaining why he is recommending whatever it is he is recommending. In this visit he couldn't solve for my issue- but instead will need to refer me to a specialist, but he did a great job of explaining why and what I can try in the meantime while I'm waiting to see that doctor.
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Dr. Bowden is easy to talk to; listens to everything you have to say. Really cares about you. Really like him.
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Visits are too short to really ask about other problems.
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I like my new primary care physician very much
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Dr. Bowden is always respectful, kind, answers my questions, provides clear explanations, listens and is thoughtful.
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He is vary open to my needs and I felt relaxed and comfortable at his office
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My PCP is fine for an annual physical. But I would not recommend LMG to a friend or family member due to the fact that physicians are restricted to FDA approved formulary for Covid-19 treatment.
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Dr Bowden and his MA responded almost immediately when I used MyChart accompanied by a photo. They made an appointment that very afternoon. I was so grateful as the original medication was not working. I was flying to [location removed] and it was a relief to know I wouldn't have to deal with this there! Caring, compassionate medical care providers!
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Dr. Bowden is a compassionate man. He listens and really cares about his patients. I feel very comfortable trusting him with my care.
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The Dr and his staff were very thoughtful, professional, and thorough
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Dr. Bowden is a wonderful, caring, and attentive doctor. He takes all the time I need to answer my questions and never makes me feel rushed. He makes me feel like he genuinely cares.
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Wonderful provider! Very caring, compassionate and provides excellent care.
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My only negative was I was sent to the first floor for bloodwork and was there waiting over 1hr 1/2 then get in and the lab tech told me I should have been sent to the second floor to get my labs done would have been faster
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My doctor is so good at his job my daughter wants him for her Kaiser doctor but he is my great doctor.
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Always a pleasure.
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Dr. Bowden is extremely professional, knowledgeable, courteous, diligent & helpful, he exhibits honest & sincere interest in his patients' concerns & care. Thank you for your help, always.
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Dr. Bowden is an excellent provider. He listens, understands & responds to issues with clarity, direction and corroboration. He is an excellent doctor.
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As always, I was very pleased with my visit with Dr Bowden and the entire office staff!
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This was a first visit I had because my Dr was retiring. We had a very good first visit which was basically a get to know each other and to go over my history since I'm a new patient. Dr. Bowden is very easy to talk to which is an important to me to have in a PCP. I feel confident in the care I will receive from him and his staff moving foward.
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Dr. Bowden cares, that matters. A lot.
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This office is always helpful and quick. They went over and above and Dr Bowden made room in his full schedule to see me the next day after he told me to go to the ED. 10++
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It's always very good
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Nice and explains well
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We love Dr. Bowden! He will hopefully be ALL my children's doctor. Dr. Bowden is kind, respectful gentle and is great with all personalities. He is informational and forms a bond with patients.
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There was a computer or network update/issue which caused additional delay.
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Jeff was attentive to my needs and helper lady was good!
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I always have a good experience in Dr. Bowden's office. He explains things extremely well.
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Dr Bowden and all staff are always friendly, respectful, informative and responsive.
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Great Experience, very happy.
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Was a very relaxed and comfortable visit Dr. Bowden asked a lot of questions about my health.
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Love the doctor. Telephone receptionists have not always been helpful.
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Dr. spent a good amount of time w/me on my first visit w/him.
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Dr Bowden is always attentive, asks appropriate questions to clarify my condition and it is a pleasure to have him treat me.
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dr Bowden takes the time to explain health issues
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Great Dr. and staff. Friendly, caring, helpful
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everyone at the office is very professional and friendly.
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probably the best and most informative intake nurse I have ever had, and Dr.Bowden was great in explaining what steps I need to do and taking some of my worries away.
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This was my first visit to this clinic and provider. I appreciate the time he took getting to know me and why I was there. He and his staff were great, I will continue to see this provider for my primary care needs.
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Dr Bowden is a very caring physician. He listens to my needs and helps in any way he can. Very kind with a great bedside manner.
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He is always patient and listens to what I have to say and gives understandable answers
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Dr Bowden is an excellent doctor and a very nice person. I referred my brother-in-law and sons to him.
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Our appt was at 2:40. We were seen after 3:10. We arrived at 2:30. Our appointment lasted approximately 10 minutes. Dr. Bowden is a pleasure to have as a family doctor.
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Very personable, knowledgeable and caring.
Dr Bowden was so happy and friendly he seems like a friend.