Dear valued patients,

I am announcing my retirement effective January 3, 2025. I am excited to enter this new phase of life. Nonetheless, I am a bit wistful as well. It’s hard to believe that over 30 years have passed since I delivered my first of more than 4,000 babies. I had a vision for my career, and it has exceeded my wildest dreams. I never anticipated the deep connections I would form with my patients and their families. The joy I would get helping an infertility couple become pregnant, care for her while pregnant, and to be there delivering their baby. I am grateful for all the miracles. Of course, there have also been moments of great sadness from pregnancy losses, cancer and other illnesses and I have always strived to provide as much support as possible during those times.

When I started, I was told to treat every patient as though they were your mother, sister, wife, or daughter. I did my best to embody the spirit of that care every day. I had wanted continuity of patients over the years and was blessed to have that. I have provided care for numerous women over the course of two to three decades, including many young women whom I delivered. It has truly been amazing. I was able to deliver three and four babies for the same family and even delivered babies of some women that I had delivered decades prior.

I have enjoyed my association with Encompass Medical Group, and my colleagues are ready to assume responsibility of your Primary Care needs. For Gynecological Care specifically, I highly recommend Independence Women’s Clinic.

Your medical records are confidential, and a copy can be transferred to another office or released to you only with your permission, if you choose a provider outside of this office, please sign the enclosed authorization and return it to Encompass, so we may transfer your records to your new provider.

I will genuinely miss all of you and our conversations over the years. I am humbled and appreciative of you placing your trust in my care. It has truly been a privilege. Wishing you all the best for your future health.

Sincerely,

Thomas Dowd, M.D.

Primary Care: https://encompassmed.com/locations/independence-office/

Gynecological Care: https://www.independencewomensclinic.com/