Dr. Alicia F. Cowan, M.D. is a fellowship-trained specialist in Hand, Upper Extremity and Microvascular Surgery. Dr. Cowan attended medical school at Temple University School of Medicine and completed her surgical internship at University of California followed by orthopedic surgery residency at Saint Louis University. She pursued additional fellowship training in specialized hand and microvascular at the University of Miami.
Dr. Alicia F. Cowan, M.D. is a fellowship-trained specialist in Hand, Upper Extremity and Microvascular Surgery. Dr. Cowan attended medical school at Temple University School of Medicine and completed her surgical internship at University of California followed by orthopedic surgery residency at Saint Louis University. She pursued additional fellowship training in specialized hand and microvascular at the University of Miami.
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She listened to my symptoms did a thorough hand exam & provided a detailed treatment plan- I feel very comfortable with her
(4 days ago)
Oct-2025
I had a finger trauma and of all the providers I have seen since, she has been the most competent and direct and knowledgeable. I highly recommend her. She reminds me of the care I received when I lived in Chicago. Yes!!!
(5 days ago)
Oct-2025
Dr Cowan was great!!
(6 days ago)
Oct-2025
Dr. Cowan is a good listener. She takes the necessary time to answer questions. Her appointments are always right on schedule.
(1 week ago)
Oct-2025
She answers everything.
(1 week ago)
Oct-2025
I love that she is so polite and she doesn't make me feel rushed. She takes her time in explaining everything and making sure you understand what is going on with your problems. I feel real comfortable with her care.
(1 week ago)
Oct-2025
She is has good bedside manners, friendly and very professional. I will recommend her and will use her if I have any future needs.
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
This was my first time visiting Dr Cowan. She was very thorough and kind. Her staff was kind as well.
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
She was very pleasant,
knowledgeable and thorough. I feel very comfortable knowing that she can treat whatever I may need going forward.
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Great Dr
(3 weeks ago)
Sep-2025
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Fort Myers
12670 Creekside Lane Fort Myers, FL 33919
Dr. Alicia F. Cowan, M.D. is fellowship trained specialist in Hand, Upper Extremity and Microvascular Surgery. Dr. Cowan loves her job because she is able to give form and function back to patients. She specializes in comprehensive treatment of hand and arm pain, tailoring treatment to each patient's special needs. Dr. Cowan has experience in adults and children, and is fluent in Spanish.
Dr. Cowan began her career at Fordham University in New York City, where she received a Bachelor of Arts. She continued on to medical school at Temple University School of Medicine in Philadelphia. Dr. Cowan, known previously as Dr. Worden, completed her surgical internship at University of California, San Francisco, followed by orthopedic surgery residency at Saint Louis University in Missouri. She pursued additional fellowship training in specialized hand and microvascular at the University of Miami in Florida.
She has a passion for medical mission work and pursued opportunities to volunteer in each phase of her training. Her prior trips include Colombia, Ecuador, Honduras, and Malawi. Dr. Cowan plans to continue her volunteerism in the future on other international surgical hand missions. During her free time, she likes to relax surfside at the many beautiful local beaches, travel to foreign countries, and paddleboard.
She is originally from Connecticut and has traveled the country for her training, but fell in love with Florida and decided to stay. Dr. Cowan is happily practicing in Fort Myers supported by her family and dog, Bruno. Dr. Cowan cares for her patients by taking the time to explain diagnoses and treatment plans to obtain the best functional outcomes for her patients.
She listened to my symptoms did a thorough hand exam & provided a detailed treatment plan- I feel very comfortable with her
I had a finger trauma and of all the providers I have seen since, she has been the most competent and direct and knowledgeable. I highly recommend her. She reminds me of the care I received when I lived in Chicago. Yes!!!
Dr Cowan was great!!
Dr. Cowan is a good listener. She takes the necessary time to answer questions. Her appointments are always right on schedule.
She answers everything.
I love that she is so polite and she doesn't make me feel rushed. She takes her time in explaining everything and making sure you understand what is going on with your problems. I feel real comfortable with her care.
She is has good bedside manners, friendly and very professional. I will recommend her and will use her if I have any future needs.
This was my first time visiting Dr Cowan. She was very thorough and kind. Her staff was kind as well.
She was very pleasant, knowledgeable and thorough. I feel very comfortable knowing that she can treat whatever I may need going forward.
Great Dr