Patricia Kolowich MD

Patricia A Kolowich, MD

Specialties: Sports Medicine, Orthopedic Surgery

Board Certification and Education

Board Certifications
  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery
  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Sports Medicine
Education
  • The University of Michigan Medical School, MI, 1982
  • University of Michigan - Ann Arbor, MI, 1982
Residencies & Internships
  • University of Michigan - Ann Arbor, Orthopedic Surgery, MI, 1987
  • University of Michigan - Ann Arbor, Surgery, MI, 1984
Fellowship
  • Ortho Speci Clinc Salt Lake Knee &, Sports Medicine, 1988

About Me

I specialize in Sports Medicine

Title
Orthopedic Sports Medicine Residency, Program Director

I have a special medical interest in sports medicine.

I earned my medical degree form the University of Michigan Medical School in Ann Arbor, MI, and I received my post-graduate training at the University of Michigan Hospitals in General Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery and the Orthopaedic Specialty Clinic, Salt Lake, UT, in Knee and Sports Medicine.

I am board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Philosophy
My goal is to return patients to the level of physical activity that they desire after an injury. To achieve this goal, a thorough history and evaluation followed by appropriate testing and treatment is imperative.

Languages
English
Gender
Female

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Patricia Kolowich, M.D. - Orthopedic Surgery, Henry Ford Health

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  • Henry Ford Hospital
  • Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital
Patient Ratings
Overall Patient Ratings :
4.9 out of 5
153 Ratings 83 Comments

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The comments below reflect the 20 most recent comments for this provider:


05/02/2025

Excellent. Dr. Kolowich is one of the best Doctors I have experienced in the last ten years. Dr. Kolowich is always concerned about my surgical recovery Including how my physical therapy Is progressing and any concerns I may have. I would recommend her to anyone who may need the kind of medical care she and her staff provided.

04/16/2025

Love Dr. Kolowich & the PA. EXCELLENT CARE! Dr. Kolowich's approach really was patient - centered I LOVED having the CPM chair and really had almost no pain post-surgery!

04/16/2025

Excellent dr. - the appointment was for a 1 year visit after a shoulder replacement.

04/15/2025

Dr. Kolowich is a very knowledgeable and deliberate practitioner. She listened to my questions and provided me with clear answers that were easy to understand. My experience with her and her assistant were as always, professional, short and to the point.

04/14/2025

Dr Kolowich took a lot of time with me and answered all of my questions.

04/13/2025

This was a second post op follow up appointment. Dr. Kolowich and her team have taken good care of me since my surgery. Messages sent thru MyChart with questions or concerns were answered quickly.

04/12/2025

Dr kolowich is amazing she's very thoughtful and thorough with her explanation I absolutely would recommend her to anyone experiencing knee issues!

04/09/2025

Dr.Patricia Ann Kolowich is the best. I am so glad she was available when I needed my very sore shoulder repaired. Right after surgery to now , I have been nearly pain free.I cannot thank her and the people that work with her enough. Bless her and them.

04/09/2025

Professional.

04/06/2025

Very good experience.

03/24/2025

Excellent doctor. It was a successful and positive visit

03/18/2025

Dr. Kolowich and staff are always friendly, personable, and professional. I know how busy Dr. Kolowich is and understand the times that I have had to wait. No problem!

03/10/2025

I've only had great experiences with Dr. Kolowich. My right shoulder went so well 3 yrs. ago, I wanted to get the left one done before she retired.

03/01/2025

Both PA and dr Kolowich outstanding providers

02/24/2025

I fell like the resident & doctor did a thorough examination & asked a lot of questions about my complaint.

02/01/2025

Very good

01/31/2025

Dr Kolowich is the best. She's very pleasant, easy to understand, and very talented. The community is very fortunate to have her services.

01/24/2025

I felt that Dr Kolowich was extemely compassionate and knowledgable about about my orthopedic condition. I appreciate her thoroughness and her in depth explanations of the options available for treatment. After my consultation with Dr. Kolowich, I do not feel the need for a second opinion.

01/23/2025

Excellent

01/14/2025

I know that my doctor has hundreds of patients, but I always feel that she remembers me as a person, not just another number. Along with her PA, I feel a professional, yet personal care for y heath.

01/06/2025

It was good.

01/03/2025

Very experienced - Awesome!

12/31/2024

I want to thank Doctor Kolowich for extremely high professionalism, attentiveness, respect and care.

12/22/2024

Great surgeon and followup

12/11/2024

Dr. Kolowich and her CNP were exceptional. Polite, professional, personable. A likeable, country doctor personna. In a word, wonderful.

11/17/2024

Dr. Kolowich is an outstanding physician

11/04/2024

EXCELLENT/Dr. Kolowich is the best doctor!!

10/25/2024

Good satisfaction.

10/23/2024

I'm very happy with Dr. Kolowich.

10/13/2024

Appreciated the time the dr spent with me describing the procedure and the pros and cons.

10/02/2024

She took a lot of time with me and explained things well

09/30/2024

Dr Kolowich is a very honest, personable end intelligent healthcare professional. She had reviewed my history prior to my appointment and focused on making sure my surgery and recovery was a positive outcome.

09/29/2024

Dr. Kolowich was excellent

09/26/2024

Great

09/23/2024

I saw Dr. Kolowich for pain in my right shoulder, and again on a later date. Her decision on surgery was good before the situation gets worse, and needed invasive surgery.

09/22/2024

Helpful

09/16/2024

Thorough, professional, intelligent, well spoken, personable.

09/13/2024

Experience was superb! Looking forward to the next round.

08/20/2024

Very good

08/16/2024

Dr. Kolowich was wonderful.

08/15/2024

Patricia is the best surgeon I've come in contact with, very thorough, right on the money. Love her and what she does.

08/10/2024

From the moment I walked into the Henry Ford facility, every person I encountered made me feel "taken care of". Dr. Kolowich and her PA were excellent! I was impressed with how thorough the exam was. I left knowing that we had a plan and I would be back for a follow up appointment.

08/08/2024

Positive experience.

08/06/2024

This was my first visit to Dr. Kolowich. I found her to be very professional and very though. She took measurements of my movement, did X-rays, and studied my MRI. She gave me 2 options for surgery.

07/30/2024

Excellent

07/19/2024

Overall experience was excellent..

07/10/2024

She knew her stuff.

06/26/2024

Dr Kolowich is the best

06/26/2024

Dr Kolowich and her entire staff from start to finish were SPECTACULAR!!!!

06/24/2024

Excellent.

06/18/2024

She took the time she needed to review my records before coming in and did a great job understanding my issue. She took the necessary time to explain things clearly and answer my questions.

06/18/2024

Excellent in every way.

06/13/2024

Excellent Dr and expertise would highly recommend

06/11/2024

If I had MY CHOICE of ONLY ONE doctor to care for my entire being and trust that person with out a doubt to take over the care of my life, I would choose Dr. Kolowich. I have NEVER met a doctor quite like her in every sense of the word. I know I have to wait to see her...sometimes a couple of hours, but the wait cannot compare to the care I receive from her and the time she spends with me, in no hurry, explaining all that needs to be done. She has been the ONE AND ONLY Doctor I have had throughout my history of over 35 years with Henry Ford that I cannot do without. I have had so many surgeries it would be long list to number them all, and have had many good drs., but none can compare to her

06/05/2024

Profesional care

05/24/2024

Dr. Kolowich & her staff are the best!

05/22/2024

Could not be better

05/19/2024

Dr Kolowich and her team are dedicated to providing the best care possible.

05/15/2024

The provider was very easy to relate to and seemed to understand my issue.

05/13/2024

Dr. Kolowich is very caring and reads my medical chart before my visit. She referred me to a vascular surgeon that I was able to see within a week's time. She is attentive and thorough.

05/12/2024

Takes all the time needed. Compassionate care.

04/29/2024

She is very professional, checked my condition over a period of time and discharge me because I was stable.

04/26/2024

Dr. Kolowich is an excellent compassionate provider.

04/19/2024

I trust Dr Kolowich with my shoulder needs. One successful shoulder replacement. She does not rush into surgery just to do it she does when most needed. She Is a very good surgeon and goes out If her way to follow up with her patients on their recovery and needs. She Is patient, truly listens to what patient Is saying, conducts testing and recommends course of action.

04/16/2024

Professional/courteous.

03/30/2024

Saw this provider long ago for the same issue. Then and now, she provided good advice and care.

03/29/2024

She was very thorough with explaining the surgery she performed and the restrictions that follow.

03/22/2024

Overall very good.

03/15/2024

My provider has always taken the time to listen to my concerns and problem-solved to ensure I am treated properly.

03/13/2024

Dr. Kolowich is patient, kind, and compassionate. Anyone work them has the same qualities.

03/09/2024

Good free flow communication

03/05/2024

One of the most professional doctors I've ever met, including her assistant outstanding

02/29/2024

Dr.Kowlowich is the best as well as her whole team

02/21/2024

Dr. Kolowich completely explained my condition and explained all options available with pros and cons for all. Very informative and patient.

02/18/2024

Top shelf

02/18/2024

Excellent communication, thorough

02/16/2024

Answered all of my questions.

02/06/2024

Dr. Kolowich was very clear when communicating with me. She asked questions and listened well. She showed me pictures of my injury and explained the details about it. Excellent physician!The PA was also great, very detailed and showed interest in my descriptions of the injury and its impact.The Xray tech was great.

02/05/2024

Good

02/02/2024

From the moment you meet Dr. Kolowich, she has a friendly smile that makes you feel comfortable and safe. She's very professional, straightforward and would highly recommend her to anyone!

01/30/2024

Dr. K is very professional, kind and interested in my concerns and condition.

01/30/2024

She has always treated me respectfully, and fully answered my questions.

01/08/2024

The resident and dr. were both excellent and helped get me other provider appointments.

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