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Dr. Sheldon Cowen, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 69
Dr. Sheldon Cowen, MD
4.3 (9 Ratings)
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Dr. Sheldon Cowen, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Seattle, WA.
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Dr. Sheldon Cowen, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 69
Seattle, WA
Accepting new patients
42 years of experience
Dr. Sheldon Cowen, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Seattle, WA.

About

Dr. Cowen graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN / ANN ARBOR. Dr. Sheldon Cowen, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Seattle, WA and has 42 years experience. Dr. Cowen currently practices at Practice. Dr. Cowen has experience treating conditions like Visual Field Defects, Drusen and Eye Pain among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Cowen received an average rating of 4.3/5 from patients and has been reviewed 9 times. Dr. Cowen's office accepts new patients. Dr. Cowen is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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B-Scan Ultrasound
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Cornea Surgery
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Excision of Chalazion
Eye Test
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Ocular Surface Reconstruction
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Ultrasound, Eye
Vision Screening

Insurance Accepted

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  • Blue Card PPO
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  • First Choice Health PPO
  • Heritage Signature
    Heritage Prime HMO
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  • Choice POS
    National POS
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  • Preferred Provider Network - WA PPO
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    SignatureValue - WA HMO
    Choice Plus POS
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    Navigate POS
  • Blue High Performance Network
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  • Open Choice PPO
    Choice Plus POS II
    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
    WA AWH Puget Sound POS
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
  • Curative PPO Plus
    Curative EPO
    Curative PPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Sheldon J. Cowen M.D. PS.
    515 Minor Ave Ste 160, Seattle, WA 98104
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (206) 624-5288
  2. 2 Seattle Surgery Center-Proliance Llc
    900 Terry Ave Fl 3, Seattle, WA 98104
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (206) 382-1021

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4.3
Based on 9 Reviews
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3 Stars (1)
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Dec 07, 2021
Among Dr Cowen's most prized assets is his caring and compassion. I know I am in good, competent, caring hands, and I could not ask for better care. He's the Best.
Dom Fetherston — Dec 07, 2021
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Specialties*
Ophthalmology
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Education

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Medical Education
  • UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN / ANN ARBOR
    1982
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Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Sheldon Cowen, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Cowen's profile.

Dr. Cowen frequently treats the following conditions: Visual Field Defects, Drusen and Eye Pain. See more on Sharecare.

Yes, Dr. Sheldon Cowen, MD holds board certification in Ophthalmology.