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Dr. Darren Kowalski, MD

General Surgery* Age 54
Dr. Darren Kowalski, MD
4.3 (11 Ratings)

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Dr. Darren Kowalski, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Bend, OR.
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Dr. Darren Kowalski, MD

General Surgery* Age 54
Bend, OR
Accepting new patients
28 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Darren Kowalski, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Bend, OR.

About

Dr. Darren Kowalski, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Bend, OR and has 28 years experience. They graduated from Oregon Health & Science University. They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with St. Charles Bend and St. Charles Madras. Dr. Kowalski has experience treating conditions like Inguinal Hernia among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Kowalski received an average rating of 4.3/5 from patients and has been reviewed 11 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Kowalski is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Inguinal Hernia
Colectomy
Small Intestine Cancer
Inguinal Hernia
Colectomy
Small Intestine Cancer
Inguinal Hernia
Colectomy
Small Intestine Cancer
Abdominal Pain
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Colorectal Cancer
Hemorrhoids
Hyperparathyroidism
Incisional Hernia
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Lipomas
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Neuroendocrine Tumors
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Umbilical Hernia
Varicose Veins
Ventral Hernia
Anoscopy
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Duodenal Polypectomy
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Total Salpingectomy With Robotic Assistance
Abscess
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Anal Disorders
Anal Fissure
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anal Prolapse
Aneurysm
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Anorectal Abscess
Anorectal Fistula
Appendicitis
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Benign Tumor
Biliary Atresia
Biliary Tract Cancer
Bone Cancer
Bowel Strangulation
Breast Diseases
Cancer
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Capsular Contracture of Breast Implant
Carcinoma in Situ
Cholangiocarcinoma
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Varices
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
Gallbladder Cancer
Gallstones
Gastric Ulcer
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Gastroparesis
Gynecologic Cancer
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Hidradenitis
Ileus
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Fistula
Ischemic Colitis
Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer
Meckel's Diverticulum
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cancer
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pleural Effusion
Proctoptosis
Pulmonary Disease
Pyloric Stenosis
Rectal Prolapse
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Stomach Diseases
Thrombosis
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcer
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Ulcerative Colitis
Vascular Disease
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Adrenalectomy
Adrenalectomy with Robotic Assist
Anoscopy With Removal of Anal Tumor
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Bile Duct Procedure
Biliary Drainage
Biopsy of Breast
Bladder Surgery
Bone Marrow Biopsy
Breast Reconstruction
Breast Reduction
Breast Surgical Procedure
Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) or Excision of Infected Graft
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Cholecystoenterostomy
Colectomy Laparoscopic
Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
Colon and Rectal Surgery
Complete Nephrectomy With Robotic Assistance
Cyst Incision and Drainage
Cystotomy
Destruction of Anal Tumor
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Embolectomy, Thrombectomy, or Vessel Exploration
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Esophageal Surgery
Excision of Breast Tumor
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Gallbladder Removal
Gastroenterology Procedures
Gastrotomy
Hernia Repair
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Abdominoperineal Resection of the Rectum With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Excision or Destruction of Ovary
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Sigmoidectomy With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Lumpectomy
Lung Surgery
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Mastectomy
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Port Placements or Replacements
Puncture Aspiration
Renal Transplant
Repair of Anal and Rectal Defects (Anoplasty, Repair of Imperforate Anus, Sphincteroplasty, Rectal Graft)
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy with Robotic Assist
Sphincterotomy
Splenectomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Stomach Surgery
Thoracentesis
Thromboendarterectomy or Excision of Infected Graft
Total Splenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Tracheal Surgery
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Vaginal Prolapse Surgery
Vagotomy
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Varicose Vein Procedure
Ventral Hernia Repair Open

Insurance Accepted

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  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Medicare
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • GEHA
  • Group Health Cooperative
  • Tricare
  • IN Total Health
  • Medicaid
  • Molina
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • United Healthcare

Locations

  1. 1 Bend Memorial Clinic Llp
    1501 NE Medical Center Dr, Bend, OR 97701
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (541) 382-2811
  2. 2 Quest Diagnostics - Bend Rrl
    2090 NE Wyatt Ct Ste 101, Bend, OR 97701
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4.3
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Patient Reviews
Dec 23, 2021
Dr. Kowalski is professional, knowledgeable, and he listens. He knew the literature and clinical studies on my particular condition, which was not common. He respected my expertise and I felt like he would be willing to partner with me in my care. I respect him.
Rynda C — Dec 23, 2021
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Specialties*
General Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Oregon Health & Science University
    1996
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics
    1997
Internship
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Darren Kowalski, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Kowalski's profile.

Dr. Darren Kowalski, MD is affiliated with St. Charles Bend and St. Charles Madras.

Yes, Dr. Darren Kowalski, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • St. Charles Bend

    2500 NE Neff Rd, Bend, OR

  • St. Charles Madras

    470 NE A St, Madras, OR