Christopher Cowden, MD, MPH

Christopher S. Cowden, MD, MPH Pronunciation Guide

Obstetrics/Gynecology
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Accepting new patients ARC Center Street Ages seen: 13 - 99 Languages: Spanish Joined ARC: 2022

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About Christopher S. Cowden, MD, MPH

  • Dr. Cowden was raised in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.  When he is not at work, Dr. Cowden enjoys spending time with his friends in Austin, including hiking the Greenbelt, paddleboarding Lake Austin, catching concerts and trying new restaurants and watering holes. He says he loves sports – “particularly college basketball (Go Tar Heels!),” and skiing.  Among his favorite area locales are Barking Springs, “anywhere along the Greenbelt,” New Braunfels, and Gruene.

I began my career in public health as an epidemiologist, conducting public health research with multiple organizations. Thinking about disease at the population level inspired an interest in taking care of patients, so I entered medical school. I was drawn to women’s health because I can serve women with a diverse set of medical needs across all stages of life. Obstetrics and gynecology also allows me to use my public health experience and skills to address health disparities and participate in health advocacy. I listen to the concerns and needs of my patients and offer solutions that are grounded in evidence-based medicine. I strive to create an environment in which patients feel heard and supported so that I may best help them make decisions for their health most consistent with their desires and values.

Services

Birth Control and Contraceptive Counseling

Birth Control and Contraceptive Counseling

Contraception (birth control) is any activity, medicine, or equipment used to prevent pregnancy. There are many types of birth control available for women who do not wish to become pregnant. The choice of a birth control method is a complex decision; ARC provids information and supporting patients' decision-making about birth control methods through contraceptive counseling.

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Breast Cancer Screening/Mammograms

Breast Cancer Screening/Mammograms

Mammograms play a key role in early breast cancer detection and can help decrease breast cancer deaths. Often, a mammogram can detect cancer, noncancerous or benign tumors, and cysts before they can be felt. ARC offers both 2D and 3D mammography screenings.

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Comprehensive Obstetric Care

Comprehensive Obstetric Care

Obstetrical care is a term used to describe the management of both normal and complicated pregnancy as well as the delivery and postpartum periods.

Endometrial Ablation for Menstruation with Heavy Bleeding

Endometrial Ablation for Menstruation with Heavy Bleeding

Endometrial ablation is a procedure to remove a thin layer of tissue (endometrium) that lines the uterus. It's done to stop or reduce heavy menstrual bleeding.

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Flu Vaccinations for Pregnant Women

Flu Vaccinations for Pregnant Women

Flu vaccine can help prevent a flu-related visits to the doctor each year. CDC recommends everyone 6 months and older get vaccinated every flu season. 

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Hysterectomy

Hysterectomy

Hysterectomy is surgery to remove the uterus. In some cases, other parts of the reproductive system may be removed.

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IUD Insertion and Removal

IUD Insertion and Removal

Intrauterine contraception is a minimal user effort method, and an IUD is safe in most women. It is especially a good choice for any woman who is trying to avoid estrogen hormonal therapy. IUD insertions are scheduled at your Ob/Gyn’s office. The best time for placement is toward the end of normal menstruation. 

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Menopause

Menopause

An ARC Ob/Gyn physician can help treat menopause symptoms and help prevent osteoporosis and will work with you to recommend lifestyle changes and possibly medicine.

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Nexplanon Implantation and Removal

Nexplanon Implantation and Removal

Pap Smears and Other Gynecological Screenings

Pap Smears and Other Gynecological Screenings

Getting regular preventive care and screenings may help find cancer and other health risks early, when they are most treatable and more treatment options are available.

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Pelvic Sonograms

Pelvic Sonograms

A pelvic ultrasound is a scan that looks at the organs and structures in your pelvic area.

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STD Screening and Treatment

STD Screening and Treatment

STIs are infectious diseases passed from person to person through sexual contact. They may also be called STDs for sexually transmitted diseases.

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Tubal Ligation

Tubal Ligation

Tubal ligation, or “tying your tubes,” is a surgical procedure that prevents you from becoming pregnant.

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Credentials

  • Medical School
    University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 2018
  • Residency
    Dell Medical School at The University of Texas at Austin, 2022
  • Education
    B.S. in Health Policy and Administration, Gillings School of Global Public Health, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 2007
    Masters of Public Health in Epidemiology, University of California, Los Angeles, CA, 2010
  • Professional Positions
    • Chief Resident, Resident and Medical Student Education, Dell Medical School at The University of Texas at Austin
    • Member, American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology
    • Member, Travis County Medical Society
  • Awards & Honors
    • Resident Achievement Award, Outstanding Minimally Invasive Surgery Resident, The Society of Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgeons, 2022
    • Residency Program Award for Excellence in Obstetrics, Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine, 2021

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4.8out of 5
  • March 20, 2023

    Everyone was nice, helpful

  • March 11, 2023

    My appointment was at 2:50 I check in at 2:38 and I wasn't seen until 3:48 that was a long wait in the room

  • March 9, 2023

    I love the Center Street location. Everyone is so kind and helpful. Dr. Cowden is a wonderful, kind and caring doctor. I highly recommend this location.

  • March 8, 2023

    Y'all are amazing!!

  • March 2, 2023

    Very helpful staff from the front desk to the doctors . Had to have a procedure and my primary ob wasn’t available Dr. Cowden was super helpful and eased any fears I had about the procedure . Was very detailed in his instructions about what he was doing and why and had a good sense of humor to boot .

  • March 1, 2023

    The time the DR took to understand my issues and discuss options

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