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 (70)
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 (37)
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 emphasize that he takes time to thoroughly explain diagnoses, procedures, and treatment options in ways they can understand, and consistently answers all questions and concerns. He is frequently described as kind, caring, professional, and personable, with patients noting that he listens attentively and makes direct eye contact during conversations. His clinical skills are also highly regarded, with patients expressing trust in his judgment, praising his surgical abilities including use of advanced techniques like the DaVinci system, and noting his knowledge and experience. Several patients appreciate his proactive approach and his staff's efforts to accommodate scheduling needs.
Patients also share
The reviews reveal very few areas for improvement, with the vast majority being overwhelmingly positive 5-star ratings. One patient noted that a single 30-minute initial meeting felt insufficient to provide a wholehearted endorsement, suggesting that some patients may benefit from additional time or touchpoints when first establishing care. A couple of reviews had slightly lower ratings in the 4.2-4.8 range, though these still included positive comments about Dr. Bower being thorough, friendly, and helpful in explaining procedures and options.