Dr. McDowell joined the BVCHD team in 2024. He studied at Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific-Northwest. He then had a fellowship at Midwest Orthopedics at Rush and a residency in orthopaedic surgery at Riverside University Health System.
Dr. McDowell’s subspecialties include Hip & Knee Reconstructive Surgery, Orthopedic Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Trauma. He was the first surgeon in Southern California to perform the Jiffy Knee procedure, offering patients a less invasive, rapid‑recovery option for knee replacement. His clinical interests include regenerative health, orthobiologics, mobile health technology, and extracorporeal shock wave therapy. He considers himself a mentor at heart and has published and presented research at national orthopedic conferences.
Dr. McDowell is originally from Covina, CA. In his spare time, he plays guitar and enjoys spending time outdoors hiking with his wife Mareena, their five children, and their dog Luna. Outside of surgery, he also enjoys woodworking and cooking—hobbies that mirror the precision he values in the operating room.