A. Clay Gowan, DO
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A. Clay Gowan, DO
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Locations ofA. Clay Gowan, DO
Baylor Scott & White Vasicek Cancer Treatment Center - Temple
2401 S 31st St , Temple, TX, 76508
6653.5mi
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254.724.5918
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
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Biography
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After completing his residency and fellowship at Scott & White, Dr. Gowan has spent his entire 20-year professional career in Temple, TX. Initially, he was at Scott & White Memorial ... View More |
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| English |
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| Medical School: DO, University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine - Kansas City, Missouri (1999) |
| Residency: Internal Medicine, Texas A and M College of Medicine/Scott and White (2002) |
| Education: Texas A and M College of Medicine/Scott and White (2002) |
| Fellowship: Medical Oncology, Texas A&M College of Medicine (2004) |
| Certifications |
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| Medical Oncology- American Board of Internal Med/Medical Oncology |
| Hospital Affiliations |
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| Baylor Scott & White Continuing Care Hospital - Temple |
| Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple |
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Reviews (245) for A. Clay Gowan, DO
| averageRating | metric | |
|---|---|---|
| 4.9 | Time Care Provider spent with Patient | |
| 4.8 | Wait Time at Clinic | |
| 4.9 | Provider showed concern | |
| 4.9 | Provider included you in decisions | |
| 4.9 | Rate provider 0-10 | |
| 4.9 | Friendliness/Courtesy of Care Provider |
Patient Comments**
| 5.0 | May 13, 2025 | Happy | |
| 5.0 | May 9, 2025 | Dr. Gowan is very professional, a great listener, very intelligent, and explains things on a level I can understand in reference to my health. When I have questions in reference to lab results he doesn't rush me and explains on terms I understand. | |
| 4.8 | May 9, 2025 | Very compassionate and thorough at a time when I really needed it. Explained things well, kind bedside manner. Very reassuring. | |
| 5.0 | May 5, 2025 | Excellent care | |
| 5.0 | May 5, 2025 | Dr. Gowan is one of the best physicians I've ever had. He's thorough, conscientious, caring, and pays attention to my overall health not just the oncology aspects. He's a joy to work with and I feel confident he will always make sure to do the best for me. | |
| 4.0 | May 1, 2025 | Very informative | |
| 5.0 | Apr 30, 2025 | EXCELLENT | |
| 5.0 | Apr 25, 2025 | Dr. Gowan gets right to the chase and he tells you how it is. He's not one to give you false hopes, like many others do, and he doesn't sugar coat. He explains your issues and what the options are. Then he lays out a treatment plan. Don't get me wrong, he's not insensitive at all, but honest. My treatment plan is going well and he keeps a close watch on my tests results. He makes adjustments when necessary and I trust his judgment. | |
| 5.0 | Apr 21, 2025 | Have been seeing him for 17 years thru 3 cancer diagnosis. Very caring and always makes me feel everything is being done that can be done | |
| 0.0 | Apr 21, 2025 | Very good | |
| 5.0 | Apr 19, 2025 | I will tell all my family and friends about the care Dr. Gowen gave me on my visit , ( Excellent ) | |
| 5.0 | Apr 16, 2025 | Dr Gowan is very professional provider he is concerned with his patients. I feel confident with Dr Gowan seeing and treating me as his patient | |
| 5.0 | Apr 15, 2025 | Dr Gowan explained to me what was going on with me and included me in the conversation about my health and what to expect going forward l had a great experience with him. | |
| 5.0 | Apr 10, 2025 | I've been seeing Dr Gowen going on about 3 years now. He's always very thorough with his explanations about my medical issues and my results. | |
| 5.0 | Apr 1, 2025 | Friendly, very informative, always answers my questions | |
| 5.0 | Apr 1, 2025 | Professional and knowledgeable and Caring | |
| 5.0 | Mar 29, 2025 | Very good demeanor. Listens and cares for patients | |
| 5.0 | Mar 27, 2025 | Dr Gowan is a great guy straightforward and led me through this whole thing couldn't expect more from a doctor | |
| 5.0 | Mar 26, 2025 | He was so nice and went above and beyond to ensure that all my questions were answered. Super nice guy!. | |
| 5.0 | Mar 19, 2025 | He is honest and straight-forward. | |
| 5.0 | Mar 18, 2025 | He explains things to you and is just very good at what he does. | |
| 5.0 | Mar 7, 2025 | I have complete confidence in Dr. Gowan | |
| 5.0 | Mar 6, 2025 | Very caring and professional makes me understand everything | |
| 5.0 | Mar 6, 2025 | He was so nice and explained stuff so you can understand it. | |
| 5.0 | Mar 6, 2025 | He is a wonderful doctor, listens and makes me feel very comfortable. | |
| 5.0 | Mar 4, 2025 | Professional | |
| 5.0 | Feb 26, 2025 | Very goog | |
| 5.0 | Feb 21, 2025 | Dr. Gowan has treated me since August 2004, and has always taken the time to listen to any concerns and does an excellent job of reviewing labs and is clear in any recommendations moving forward. | |
| 5.0 | Feb 20, 2025 | The care provider was very professional and helpful to my needs | |
| 4.4 | Feb 18, 2025 | Only one visit so far, but Dr. Was thorough and professional. This was my 1st visit with oncology. | |
| 4.8 | Feb 18, 2025 | Very personable . Very knowledgeable about his field of medicine. He explains the changes with words and pictures to his patient. | |
| 5.0 | Feb 13, 2025 | It's been good. | |
| 5.0 | Feb 12, 2025 | Listen to my concerns and is very helpful,he is down to earth and very knowledgeable and I like that he's a great doctor | |
| 4.3 | Feb 11, 2025 | I think he is very good Dr. | |
| 5.0 | Feb 8, 2025 | Of all the providers I see, Dr Gowan is by far my favorite. He is friendly, has a great personality, and cares about me as a person, not just my medical needs. | |
| 4.8 | Jan 31, 2025 | Listens and is compassionate | |
| 5.0 | Jan 30, 2025 | Explains everything in the planned process. Very friendly | |
| 5.0 | Jan 28, 2025 | He's the best! | |
| 5.0 | Jan 21, 2025 | To me Dr. Gowan is the best | |
| 5.0 | Jan 21, 2025 | Very kind and informative | |
| 4.8 | Jan 18, 2025 | Dr. Gowan is straight forward and isn't one to sugar coat anything. That's important because If I'm not ok, I don't want him to make me feel like I am. He has set up a treatment plan for me that he feels is appropriate for my condition, and I trust him 100 %. | |
| 5.0 | Jan 17, 2025 | Very knowledgeable and concerned | |
| 5.0 | Jan 16, 2025 | Very informative | |
| 5.0 | Jan 7, 2025 | First of all he makes you feel comfortable and relaxed. For someone who has cancer it's a blessing. He shoots straight from the hip in a positive manner. Being an ex Army Combat Medic, the surgeons I had the pleasure to work with side by side taught me that. He is a patients blessing. | |
| 5.0 | Dec 31, 2024 | Very kind and knowledgeable, always takes time to listen to concerns. | |
| 5.0 | Dec 27, 2024 | Makes you very comfortable. | |
| 5.0 | Dec 26, 2024 | Outstanding | |
| 4.0 | Dec 24, 2024 | Understood everything you said appreciate your honesty and keep up the good work and Merry Christmas | |
| 5.0 | Dec 20, 2024 | Dr. Gowan is absolutely the best. He has always been positive and encouraging despite the less than encouraging empirical data regarding my condition. | |
| 5.0 | Dec 19, 2024 | Very good | |
| 5.0 | Dec 17, 2024 | Very good visit. Love Dr Gowan. Very good dictor | |
| 5.0 | Dec 3, 2024 | Keeps me involved. Does not rush me. I very much appreciate him. | |
| 4.9 | Nov 27, 2024 | Very courteous and concerned about my progress and well being. | |
| 5.0 | Nov 19, 2024 | Dr. Gowen is one of the best doctors I have been to in my 86 years. | |
| 5.0 | Nov 19, 2024 | He has been carrying for me for 2 1/2 years. I would not have any one else. He is very good and concerned and cares. |
*The patient rating score is an average of all responses to physician-related questions on our nationally recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey.
**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.