James Lauren Dowling

Lauren Dowling, DO

Cardiology, Internal Medicine

Provider Groups

  • St. Mary's Medical Group

Primary Contact

706-389-3440
Appointments (New Patients Welcome)
Provider Groups
  • St. Mary's Medical Group

Primary Contact
706-389-3440

Services & Specialties

Areas of Specialization

  • Cardiology
  • Internal Medicine

Locations & Contact

Primary Location

Oconee Heart and Vascular Center - Monroe

868 Michael Etchison Rd
Ste B
Monroe, GA 30655

Additional Resources

Medical Group

THMG

Education & Certifications

Education

Education:
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine - Georgia Campus (2012)

Education:
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Georgia (2012)

Residency:
Largo Medical Center (2015)

Fellowship:
Largo Medical Center (2018)

Medical Group

THMG

Board Certifications

Cardiology, Cardiology, American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine Subspecialty (2018)

Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine, American Osteopathic Board of (2015)

Medical Group

THMG

Provider Groups

St. Mary's Medical Group

Provider Ratings

The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy. Learn More >

4.9 out of 5

(324 ratings)

Medical Group

THMG

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

70 Reviews

12/08/2025

Dr. Dowling is outstanding. He explains in words and phrases I understand and does not make me feel like he rushes in and then back out. He allows the patient to ask questions and makes sure you understand. Thank you Dr. Dowling!

12/03/2025

He not only treats me with professional care, he also, is very friendly.That means a lot.

12/03/2025

Excellent communicator!! He is thorough and easy to talk to

12/03/2025

Dr. Dowling was very good and engaging. It was the phone service. I was asked to call the office back with information on a recent Echo I had and got the same monotonous long, ongoing message. I finally hung up and will not call back.

11/20/2025

He is one of the most humanistic doctors I’ve used .

11/18/2025

He seem genuinely concerned and his bedside manner was a ten

11/17/2025

At the James is a good doctor

11/14/2025

Knowledgeable doctor

11/14/2025

Willing to take time to answer all questions in detail.

11/11/2025

He always takes the time to explain things and I never felt rushed

11/05/2025

The Best.!

11/03/2025

He listened to me and was very caring. He was very knowledgeable and spent a lot of time with me. He explained things in a way that I could understand.

10/29/2025

I have received care from Dr. Dowling since 2021. He is an excellent doctor.

10/29/2025

Knowledgeable

10/29/2025

Dr. Dowling is someone that I would recommend to my friends and family. I appreciate his demeanor and directness but he is always someone who puts me at ease. He is the best...

10/23/2025

Wonderful Dr that explained everything and options to improve

10/21/2025

Was very happy the way he handled our concerns and answered our questions.

10/21/2025

Such a caring dr

10/16/2025

Quick and to the point yet honest and knowledgeable

10/16/2025

I am a new patient. He made me feel good about the care he provided. I understood what we need to work on to provide me with the care I need. I’ll be back for follow up in 6 months instead of a year.

10/15/2025

I would recommend him to all friends and family - - I appreciate his help and quick response to My Chart questions, also

10/09/2025

Always polite and pleasant. Explains the treatment e advises and why it will work. Always enjoy our relationship and his up to date advice and council.

10/09/2025

Dr. Dowling is one of the best, patient and kindest doctors I've known.

10/07/2025

I appreciate you and your team.

10/06/2025

I did not feel rushed in any manner. Many practices today , in my opinion , rush patients in and out

09/25/2025

Appreciated the time answering my questions

09/12/2025

Goes over every thing in detail with you and concerned about my health

09/09/2025

Very nice doctor.

09/05/2025

Would use him in the future!

08/29/2025

Dr. Dowling and his staff are simply the best.

08/27/2025

Very professional and knowledgeable

08/07/2025

He understands and doesn’t leap into unnecessary treatments…

08/07/2025

He explains everything in detail and he listens to you. I did not feel rushed at all.

08/07/2025

he explained everything on the EKG along with show me diagrams of the issues that I had previously I would definitely recommend Dr. Dowling genuine that needs a cardiologist

08/04/2025

I really enjoy going to see Dr. Dowling. I Trish him as my cardiologist and that he is giving me excellent advice.

07/29/2025

I’m really happy that I was referred to him and that he is my cardiologist.

07/28/2025

Excellent all across the board.

07/17/2025

Very Knowledgeable and willing to look at all the issues going on . Even willing to take it to his colleagues if need be. I appreciate that so much. When you're sick and don't understand what's happening you want someone like him helping !

07/16/2025

Dr Dowling is easy to talk to. He listens an onward what I need. Great physician.

07/16/2025

Dr. Dowling is the ultimate cardiologist for me. He listens and explains the issues I have in simple terms that anyone can understand.

07/08/2025

I like and trust Dr DowlingOffice personel very efficient.

07/08/2025

DR. Dowling was very informative and set me at ease concerning my symptoms.

06/23/2025

Dr Dowling listens to my mom.

06/23/2025

Dr Dowling show care and concern

06/20/2025

personal talk and fast

06/16/2025

Need more good doctors like him

06/10/2025

ALWAYS A GREAT EXPERIENCE.

06/09/2025

Very pleasant and happy with the doctor and staff

05/28/2025

Dr. Dowling was thorough, thoughtful, and unhurried. The visit was reassuring and comforting.

05/22/2025

It’s all good.

05/21/2025

Very informative

05/20/2025

No complaints, all positive

05/08/2025

Explains everything in detail

05/05/2025

I am rating Dr. Dowling

05/01/2025

I am very satisfied as a patient.

04/15/2025

Just like family!!

04/15/2025

Dr. Dowling has always been helpful and seems to care about our family.

04/15/2025

Relaxed atmosphere and adequate time spent with me.

04/14/2025

Dr Dowling has such compassion & kindness. & makes sure you understands what ge is telli g you

04/14/2025

It’s always a pleasure to see everyone on my annual exam and follow up!

04/14/2025

My appointment was later in the morning and Dr Dowling never seemed rushed, even though it was close to lunch time. He listened and took the time to explain everything to us. I was never made to feel my concerns were not valid.

04/07/2025

Caring and efficient staff.

04/03/2025

Always great...

03/19/2025

Always has been good!

03/05/2025

PERFECT

03/05/2025

I feel Dr Dowling addresses all of my concerns

02/26/2025

Keep up good work

02/11/2025

Overall best experience in quite some time.

02/10/2025

Well pleased with the service provided by Dr. Dowling

01/27/2025

Very good
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Medical Group

THMG