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2019 Lubbock Top Docs Ryan Lewis, M.D., FACEP and Bryson Bowman, M.D.
STAR ER Years in Practice: Dr. Lewis has practiced eight years postresidency, while Dr. Bowman has practiced six years post-residency. Specialty: Both physicians specialize in Emergency Medicine, while Dr. Lewis also specializes in Disaster Medicine and Tactical/ EMS Medicine. Staff size: The only local, physician-owned emergency center, STAR ER has 45 employees including nurses, paramedics, radiology technicians and front office staff. Clinical associations: American College of Emergency Physicians; Special Operations Medical Association For what is your practice most known? Dr. Bowman is best known for always making patients smile, while everyone agrees Dr. Lewis is a straight shooter. STAR ER is best known for providing the highest quality care for thousands of West Texans with little to no wait time or the red tape typically associated with more traditional emergency rooms. What is state-of-the-art in your practice? STAR ER was the first ER in the history of Lubbock to have achieved 100% staffing by physicians who are residency-trained and board certified in emergency medicine. Conveniently located at S. Loop and Indiana, with cutting-edge equipment, in-house radiology and labs, no wait time and lower charges than area hospitals, we appreciate the trust
of our community and our colleagues. What does the future hold for your practice? Our practice, by definition, was part of a new wave of medicine. Gone are the days when patients lack choice in emergency care. We seek to keep freestanding emergency care a viable option for Lubbock. What is the best part of practicing in Lubbock? As Lubbock natives, we are thankful to serve our friends, family and community in their time of need. In Emergency Medicine, every patient we treat is having a bad day. We have the opportunity to make a difference in their lives and make a difficult situation somehow better – it’s not something we take lightly. Community involvement: Dr. Lewis served on the Lubbock Board of Health, the Lemonade Day Board of Directors and the Texas Association of Freestanding Emergency Centers Board of Directors. Dr. Bowman serves on the Board of Directors for the Texas Boys Ranch and is the Volunteer Physician for USA Boxing.
STAR ER 7007 Indiana Ave. • 701.4141 staremergency.com
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