Kathleen Downey , MD
Associate Professor Emerita of Family Medicine
Specialties
Department
Family & Community Medicine
Kathleen Downey, MD is the medical director of UC Primary Care-Wyoming and has been in practice since 1982. Dr. Downey grew up in the suburbs of Pittsburgh, attended Bethany College in West Virginia, The University of Pittsburgh Medical School and then did her internship at St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Erie, Pennsylvania. She completed her training at the University of Cincinnati and has remained here since that time.
Dr. Downey was the medical director of PhysicianCare in Delhi for five years before moving to the Wyoming location. Dr. Downey cares for patients throughout their lives from infancy to age 101, does office surgery, general gynecology, and advises patients about health needs when traveling afar.
Dr. Downey has throughout her career incorporated teaching of medical students, resident doctors and nurse practitioners into her schedule. Over the years, she has been awarded several teaching awards by students and residents.
Dr. Downey has practiced medicine on the Bering Sea in Alaska, on the Navaho Indian Reservation in Arizona and in New Zealand.
In 2012, Dr. Downey was named Caring Doctor of Cincinnati for her care of her homebound patients. In the same year, she was named Alumni of the year by Bethany College for her work in medicine.
Dr. Downey helped start Tender Mercies of Cincinnati, an organization that houses adults with mental health problems. Before this organization was started, many of the clients were homeless or living day by day in shelters. She has been on the board of MADD for many years. For the last three years, Dr. Downey has been working with a devoted group of volunteers to build a garden at the McMicken Clinic in Cincinnati. This clinic serves the homeless of our city.
Dr. Downey has written several medical articles for magazines and newspapers and is a contributing author to two medical books. She has traveled around the country giving lectures to residents and practicing physicians.
Dr. Downey is married to her husband Bill, has three sons and many pets. She and her husband like to travel, kayak, hike, bike and get together with friends. She is in two book discussion groups, one for 33 years.
Wyoming
UC Health Primary Care (Wyoming)
175 West Galbraith Road
Cincinnati, Ohio 45216
Phone: (513) 821-0275
Fax: (513) 821-3621
Map and Directions
Medical School
- University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh, PA
Residency
- University of Cincinnati/University Hospital - Cincinnati, OH
Responses: 215
Specialties
Department
Family & Community Medicine
Kathleen Downey, MD is the medical director of UC Primary Care-Wyoming and has been in practice since 1982. Dr. Downey grew up in the suburbs of Pittsburgh, attended Bethany College in West Virginia, The University of Pittsburgh Medical School and then did her internship at St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Erie, Pennsylvania. She completed her training at the University of Cincinnati and has remained here since that time.
Dr. Downey was the medical director of PhysicianCare in Delhi for five years before moving to the Wyoming location. Dr. Downey cares for patients throughout their lives from infancy to age 101, does office surgery, general gynecology, and advises patients about health needs when traveling afar.
Dr. Downey has throughout her career incorporated teaching of medical students, resident doctors and nurse practitioners into her schedule. Over the years, she has been awarded several teaching awards by students and residents.
Dr. Downey has practiced medicine on the Bering Sea in Alaska, on the Navaho Indian Reservation in Arizona and in New Zealand.
In 2012, Dr. Downey was named Caring Doctor of Cincinnati for her care of her homebound patients. In the same year, she was named Alumni of the year by Bethany College for her work in medicine.
Dr. Downey helped start Tender Mercies of Cincinnati, an organization that houses adults with mental health problems. Before this organization was started, many of the clients were homeless or living day by day in shelters. She has been on the board of MADD for many years. For the last three years, Dr. Downey has been working with a devoted group of volunteers to build a garden at the McMicken Clinic in Cincinnati. This clinic serves the homeless of our city.
Dr. Downey has written several medical articles for magazines and newspapers and is a contributing author to two medical books. She has traveled around the country giving lectures to residents and practicing physicians.
Dr. Downey is married to her husband Bill, has three sons and many pets. She and her husband like to travel, kayak, hike, bike and get together with friends. She is in two book discussion groups, one for 33 years.
Wyoming
UC Health Primary Care (Wyoming)
175 West Galbraith Road
Cincinnati, Ohio 45216
Phone: (513) 821-0275
Fax: (513) 821-3621
Map and Directions
Medical School
- University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh, PA
Residency
- University of Cincinnati/University Hospital - Cincinnati, OH
Responses: 215
Comments
- "Everyone should be so fortunate to have such a caring and excellent doctor."
Jul 31, 2018 - "Dr. Downey referred me to an eye doctor near my area. I trust her referral because she visits this doctor."
Jul 28, 2018 - "She is exceptional."
Jul 19, 2018 - "Dr. Downey has been the care provider for me, since I was a young teenagers. She sees our entire family and is simply exceptional. If there were more providers like her, people would seek physical health more often."
Jul 8, 2018 - "Dr. Downey is a excellent listener. She looks at you when you speak and never seems to be in a hurry.She is caring and thorough on every visit. Dr. Downey is the best!"
Jul 4, 2018 - "LOVE Dr. Downey. She is calm, clear and patient. She is very informative."
Jun 26, 2018 - "LOVE Dr. Downey!! She is kind, caring, and communicates effectively."
Jun 26, 2018 - "Always thorough, concerned and patient!"
Jun 23, 2018 - "She is always concerned about me."
Jun 23, 2018 - "Very very very excellent doctor."
Jun 22, 2018
- "she's very efficient & listens to all ur concerns & not only my doctor but have become a great friend & ive trusted her as my doctor for 30 some years"
Jun 19, 2018 - "Dr. was able to see me on short notice when I awoke feeling unwell on Saturday morning and called for an appt."
Jun 17, 2018 - "Dr. Downey and her team were awesome! This was my shortest wait time and she spent plenty of time with me in the room. We addressed all of my concerns and she shows legitimate empathy and concern for my wellness."
Jun 12, 2018 - "*Dr. Downey takes the time to listen and is genuinely concerned about what concerns me. Outstanding doctor."
May 26, 2018 - "I have been going to Dr. Downey for 34 years. She has addressed all my needs over the years, and I am very pleased with the service she has provided."
May 22, 2018 - "I have full confidence in Dr Downey as a doctor, her knowledge and compassion for her work. "
May 16, 2018 - "My physician has always been a comfort to me, and helpful."
May 16, 2018 - "Dr Downey is the best I feel she truly cares about my health."
May 13, 2018 - "I have complete confidence in Dr. Downey. I've never had a better doctor. I have referred another patient to her."
May 6, 2018 - "She is caring and reads between the lines"
May 3, 2018
- "I love *Dr. Downey! I feel confident that I can ask her anything & am very confident in her treatment. She is the best care provider I have ever had! She has me feeling decades younger than I actually am!"
Apr 26, 2018 - "Dr. Downey has acted as my PCP for many years. I am very happy with her attention. She really listens to what I say, and how I express myself."
Apr 24, 2018 - "Dr Downey is very kind and caring. She takes time to explain everything and treats patients with respect. My husband and I are very happy to have found a doctor we can talk to."
Apr 20, 2018 - "I really feel comfortable with her and enjoy seeing her."
Apr 19, 2018 - "friendly and personable"
Apr 17, 2018 - "Dr. Downey is not in my network, but I continue to go to her because I really like her. She is easy to talk to about any issues, and has never made me feel uncomfortable in doing so."
Apr 12, 2018 - "Dr. Downey is a caring, highly trained, very smart physician. She's the best!!"
Apr 10, 2018 - "*Dr. Downey always demonstrated a high degree of medical knowledge and compassion. She is the type of professional we want for family and friends. That is why I have recommended her to others."
Mar 31, 2018 - "Competent and caring provider. Very happy to have her as my primary care physician."
Mar 28, 2018 - "Dr. Downey is an exceptional physician, and I would wholeheartedly recommend her. She is truly interested in the health of her patients, and is kind, patient and compassionate. Her office staff rocks!"
Mar 23, 2018
- "Very satisfied with her comments regarding my recent fall, and suggestions for full recovery."
Mar 13, 2018 - "Doctor Diwney is the best! Calm, patient, and always informative."
Mar 5, 2018 - "Dr. Downey always listens and is extremely helpful. She's the best."
Feb 27, 2018 - "Doctor downie is wonderful. She is always very caring, thorough, and consider it. I always allow the medical students to join on her visits, because I appreciate how she pays attention to their learning, but is also attentive to the patient. I would recommend her to anyone in Cincinnati."
Feb 25, 2018 - "I come to this facility because of Dr. Kathleen Downey. She's awesome!"
Feb 22, 2018 - "My first visit with her, it was great."
Feb 15, 2018 - "I HAVE BEEN WITH DR DOWNEY FOR YEARS SHE TAKES GOOD CARE OF ME. SHE IS VERY PATIENT"
Feb 10, 2018 - "She always goes above and beyond"
Feb 9, 2018 - "Best Physician on the planet!!!"
Feb 8, 2018 - "My care provider is always open to communicate and listen about all aspects of my life that may be impacting my health. Her openness and willingness to listen and understand the problem has built our relationship."
Jan 30, 2018
- "I have complete confidence in Dr. Downey's advice."
Jan 25, 2018 - "I have been going to Dr. Downey for 34 years. She is by far the best doctor I have ever had."
Jan 18, 2018 - "I know she was slammed, but she managed to fit me in and give me the meds that I required. I am grateful for her services!"
Dec 31, 2017 - "Dr. Downey is one of the most professional, personable and knowledgeable physicians, that I've met."
Dec 25, 2017 - "As I said before Dr DOWNEY has been my physician for a long time and I feel very much assured to be in her care."
Dec 21, 2017 - "On your scale of 1 to 5, my confidence in my care provider is about a 12."
Dec 6, 2017 - "I usually use MyChart to schedule appointments and follow up with test results & questions - *Dr. Downey always gets back to me in 24 hrs. if needed. I like this system."
Dec 5, 2017 - "Dr. Downey is caring and kind as well as very knowledgeable on a variety of subjects. If she does not know an answer, she finds out and gets back to me. She is great!"
Nov 22, 2017 - "Excellent doctor."
Nov 3, 2017 - "Dr. Downey seems to know the answers!"
Oct 28, 2017
- "Dr. Downey has been my PCP for quite a few years now; I feel a strong rapport with her."
Oct 26, 2017 - "Always a very good experience over the last 25 years!"
Oct 16, 2017 - "Dr. Downey is an exceptional family care provider. I have dealt with several PCP's over the years at WFP and can say hat Dr. Downey is he best."
Oct 11, 2017 - "I've been a patient for about 30 years. My parents were patients for over 30 years. My brother also had seen her for many years. I would definitely recommend UC physicians. I live on the other side of town, and still come to Wyoming's office for the doctor."
Sep 28, 2017
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