Dr. Jacob Emile Dowden MD
Surgeon
975 E 3rd St Chattanooga TN, 37403About
Dr. Jacob Dowden is a general surgeon practicing in Chattanooga, TN. Dr. Dowden specializes in abdominal contents including the esophagus, stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas and often thyroid glands. General surgeons are able to deal with almost any surgical or critical care emergency, also involving the skin or soft tissue trauma. Dr. Dowden provides quality surgical service for gravely ill or injured patients and is able to respond quickly due to knowledge of various surgical procedures.
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