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Dr. Matthew Bower, MD

Surgical Oncology* Age 47
Dr. Matthew Bower, MD
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Dr. Matthew Bower, MD is a Surgical Oncologist in Temple, TX.
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Dr. Matthew Bower, MD

Surgical Oncology* Age 47
Temple, TX
Accepting new patients
21 years of experience
Dr. Matthew Bower, MD is a Surgical Oncologist in Temple, TX.

About

Dr. Bower graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in 2003 and completed a residency at Baylor University MC.Dr. Matthew Bower, MD is a Surgical Oncologist in Temple, TX and has 21 years experience. Dr. Bower currently practices at Baylor Scott & White Clinic - Temple and are affiliated with Baylor Scott and White Medical Center Temple. Dr. Bower has experience treating conditions like Pancreatic Cancer among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Bower received an average rating of 4.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 3 times. Dr. Bower's office accepts new patients. Dr. Bower is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Pancreatic Cancer
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Small Intestine Cancer
Pancreatic Cancer
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Small Intestine Cancer
Pancreatic Cancer
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Small Intestine Cancer
Breast Cancer
Cholangiocarcinoma
Colorectal Cancer
Liver Cancer
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Peritoneal Cancer
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach Cancer
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Lumpectomy
Abdominal Pain
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Appendicitis
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Atresia
Biliary Tract Cancer
Bladder Cancer
Bone Cancer
Breast Carcinoma
Capsular Contracture of Breast Implant
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Esophageal Cancer
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
Gallbladder Cancer
Gallstones
Gastric Ulcer
Head and Neck Cancer
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Hyperparathyroidism
Hypothalamus Cancer
Ileus
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Illeum Cancer
Incisional Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Obstruction
Jejunum Cancer
Kidney Cancer
Lipomas
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Lung Cancer
Male Breast Cancer
Male Breast Carcinoma
Malignant Pituitary Gland Tumor
Melanoma
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Mesenteric Lymphadenitis
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Nose Cancer
Osteosarcoma
Ovarian Cancer
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pineal Region Tumors
Pleural Effusion
Prostate Cancer
Pyloric Stenosis
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Sarcoma
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Secondary Malignancies
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Throat Cancer (Nasopharyngeal)
Thyroid Cancer
Tonsil Cancer
Umbilical Hernia
Urinary Tract Cancer
Varicose Veins
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Arteriovenous Fistula Repair
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Bile Duct Procedure
Biliary Drainage
Biopsy of Breast
Breast Surgical Procedure
Colectomy
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Duodenal Polypectomy
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
Excision of Bile Duct Tumor
Excision of Breast Tumor
Excision of Parotid, Sublingual, or Submandibular Gland
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Femoral Hernia Repair, Open
Gallbladder Removal
Gastrectomy
Gastric Bypass Surgery, Open
Gastrotomy
Hepatectomy
Hepatobiliary Surgery
Hernia Repair
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Abdominal Surgery
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
Laparoscopic Liver Tumor Ablation
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Mastectomy
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Tumor Ablation, Liver
Pancreatectomy (incl. Pancreas Transplant and Whipple Procedure)
Percutaneous Tumor Ablation of Liver
Port Placements or Replacements
Puncture Aspiration
Salpingectomy with Robotic Assist
Salpingo Oopherectomy
Skin Grafts
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Spinal Nerve Block
Splenectomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Thoracentesis
Whipple Procedure
Wound Repair

Insurance Accepted

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Locations

  1. 1 Baylor Scott & White Clinic - Temple
    2401 S 31st St, Temple, TX 76508
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (254) 724-2111
  2. 2 Baylor Scott & White McClinton Cancer Center - Waco
    150 Hillcrest Medical Blvd, Waco, TX 76712
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (254) 202-4000

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Jan 24, 2022
Excellent. He spent a lot of time with me and drew pictures so I could understand what he was discussing.
Lois Rockwell — Jan 24, 2022
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Specialties*
Surgical Oncology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
    2003
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Baylor UMC
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Baylor University MC
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University of Louisville
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Matthew Bower, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Bower's profile.

Dr. Matthew Bower, MD is affiliated with Baylor Scott and White Medical Center Temple.

Yes, Dr. Matthew Bower, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Baylor Scott and White Medical Center Temple

    2401 S 31st St, Temple, TX