Matthew Richard Bower, MD
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Locations of Matthew Richard Bower, MD
Baylor Scott & White McClinton Cancer Center - Waco
150 Hillcrest Medical Blvd , Waco, TX, 76712
6639.4mi
Directions
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254.202.4000
Open
- Monday:8:00 am-5:00 pm
- Tuesday:8:00 am-5:00 pm
- Wednesday:8:00 am-5:00 pm
- Thursday:8:00 am-5:00 pm
- Friday:8:00 am-5:00 pm
Baylor Scott & White Clinic - Temple
2401 S 31st St , Temple, TX, 76508
6653.5mi
Directions
Call
254.724.2111
Open
- Monday:8:00 am-5:00 pm
- Tuesday:8:00 am-5:00 pm
- Wednesday:8:00 am-5:00 pm
- Thursday:8:00 am-5:00 pm
- Friday:8:00 am-5:00 pm
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple
2401 S 31st St , Temple, TX, 76508
6653.5mi
Directions
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254.724.2111
Baylor Scott & White Continuing Care Hospital - Temple
546 N Kegley Rd , Temple, TX, 76502
6655.4mi
Directions
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254.215.0900
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Hillcrest
100 Hillcrest Medical Blvd , Waco, TX, 76712
6639.5mi
Directions
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254.202.2000
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Biography
| Language(s) Spoken |
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| English |
| Education |
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| Medical School: MD, University of Texas Southwestern Medical School (2003) |
| Residency: General Surgery, Baylor University Medical Center (2008) |
| Fellowship: Surgical Oncology, University of Louisville School of Medicine (2010) |
| Certifications |
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| General Surgery- American Board of Surgery |
| Hospital Affiliations |
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| Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple |
| Baylor Scott & White Continuing Care Hospital - Temple |
| Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Hillcrest |
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Patient Ratings (72)
The patient rating score is an average of all responses to physician-related questions on our nationally recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey .
| averageRating | metric | |
|---|---|---|
| 4.8 | Provider showed concern | |
| 4.8 | Provider included you in decisions | |
| 4.8 | Time Care Provider spent with Patient | |
| 4.9 | Friendliness/Courtesy of Care Provider | |
| 4.7 | Wait Time at Clinic | |
| 4.8 | Rate Care Provider |
Patient Comments (39)
Overview of patient comments
Summary created using AI
Patient comments are gathered from our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey and are displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
Patients appreciate
Dr. Matthew Bower receives consistently high praise from patients for his exceptional communication skills and compassionate bedside manner. Patients repeatedly highlight his ability to listen carefully to their concerns, provide thorough explanations in understandable terms, and take the time to answer all questions at length. His demeanor is frequently described as kind, caring, pleasant, and reassuring, with patients noting his direct eye contact, sincerity, and ability to make them feel valued and comfortable. Many reviews emphasize his knowledge, professionalism, and clinical skill, with one patient crediting him with saving their life twice, including a procedure using the DaVinci computer. Patients also appreciate his proactive approach and his staff's efforts to accommodate scheduling needs.
Patients also share
The reviews contain minimal criticism of Dr. Bower's care. One patient noted that a single 30-minute initial meeting was not sufficient to provide a wholehearted endorsement, suggesting that more time or multiple visits might be needed to fully establish confidence. Another review mentioned a concern about insurance coverage, though staff assured the patient they would work through any issues together. There were also a few instances where patients misspelled Dr. Bower's name as "Bowers" or "Bauer" in their reviews, though this reflects data entry rather than care quality issues.