I was fortunate to stumble upon this distinguished surgeon by simply calling the help-line at Sloan-Kettering. He could not have been more gracious, attentive, informative. Dr. Downey brilliantly diagnosed my problem and carefully outlined further procedures. I was very fortunate not to need him as a surgeon, but I would recommend him unconditionally as a outstanding physician and a most humane and caring individual. MTZ May 2013