Steve P. Bowditch, AUD
Otolaryngology
Audiology
- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty
About Steve P. Bowditch
Professional Titles
- Audiologist
Primary Academic Title
Associate Professor of Clinical Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Background
Stephen Bowditch, MS, C.C.C.-A., earned his degree in audiology from Gallaudet University in Washington D.C., and a bachelor’s degree in speech pathology and audiology from Loyola College in Maryland. Steve is trained in the field of audiology with a Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (C.C.C.-A.) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. He offers professional audiological services, including comprehensive audiological evaluation, hearing aid selection and fitting, osseointegrated bone-anchored devices, cochlear implants and assistive listening devices. Research interests include Speech discrimination in background noise, cochlear implants and osseointegrated hearing devices.
Centers and Institutes
Research Interests
Applications of Bone Anchored Hearing Aids
Lab Website
Bowditch Research Group - Lab Website
- Bowditch Research Group conducts research regarding speech discrimination in background noise, cochlear implants and osseointegrated hearing devices
Selected Publications
Bowditch S, Cox K, & Niparko J. Auditory rehabilitation: hearing aids, In: Disorders of Hearing, Balance and the Facial Nerve (Eds: Lustig LR, & Niparko JK).
Leung J, Wang N, Yeagle J, Chinnici J, Bowditch S, Francis H, & Niparko J. Predictive Models for Cochlear Implantation in Elderly Candidates., Archives of Otolaryngology Head Neck Surgery, Vol 131 December 2005.
Lin L, Bowditch S, Anderson M, May B, Cox K and Niparko J. Amplification in the Rehabilitation of Unilateral Deafness: Speech in Noise and Directional Hearing Effects with Bone-Anchored Hearing and Contralateral Routing of Signal Amplification., Otology & Neurotology, Vol 27: 172-182.
Lectures & Presentations
- Audiology, Hearing aids and Assistive Devices, Continuing Education Presentation to the physicians of Community Physicians Hospital, Greenbelt MD, 3/1/07
- Cochlear Implants- Audiology, presentation to George Washington University Students, 12/1/05
- Cochlear Implants: the basics, Cochlear implant seminar, The Listening Center, 12/1/04
Memberships
- American Speech and Hearing Association
- American Academy of Audiology
- Maryland Academy of Audiology
Locations
- Johns Hopkins Community Physicians - Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center, White Marsh
- 4924 Campbell Boulevard, Suite 210, Nottingham, MD 21236
- phone: 443-997-6467
- fax: 410-550-2870
- Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center
- 601 North Caroline Street, Floor 6, Baltimore, MD 21287
- phone: 443-997-6467
- fax: 410-955-9792
- Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center
- 601 North Caroline Street, Floor 6, Baltimore, MD 21287
- phone: 443-997-6467
- fax: 410-367-2365
- Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center
- 601 North Caroline Street, Floor 6, Baltimore, MD 21287
- phone: 443-997-6467
Expertise
Education
Gallaudet University
Graduate School, Audiology, MS, 1996Board Certifications
Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP)
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), 1997Insurance
- Aetna
- CareFirst
- Cigna
- First Health
- Geisinger Health Plan
- HealthSmart/Accel
- Humana
- Johns Hopkins Health Plans
- MultiPlan
- Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
- Point Comfort Underwriters
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- UnitedHealthcare
- Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)
Ratings & Reviews
5 out of 5
81 ratings, 33 reviewsThe Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/11/2025
Very patient and knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/10/2025
I was extremely happy with the service provided and care given.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/4/2025
Dr. Bowditch is very knowledgeable and explains things very clearly. Definitely makes the effort to resolve the issue addressed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/4/2025
Dr. Bowditch is very attentive and explains everything in detail. Very satisfied with services provided.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2025
Easy to communicate with. Helped with my hearing aids
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2025
Competent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/13/2025
Stephen has always been very patient and helpful. He listens to my concerns and addresses them. I feel respected ans heard by him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/9/2024
Dr. Bowditch is always very thorough with my audiologist appointments. He is kind and courteous and treats me as if I am his only client. He does not rush through our visits but takes the time to explain things in away that I can understand it. He goes above and beyond to try and figure out any issues with devices. He promptly responds to messages in my chart or emails regarding device concerns or helping with accommodations recommendations/ letters as needed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/11/2024
Very efficient and through.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/21/2024
Dr. Bowditch was very knowledgeable, attentive and very thorough in his explanations. I was very pleased with his services and would recommend him to others.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/1/2024
Very attentive
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/23/2024
I felt that he understood my condition
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/20/2024
He is the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/17/2024
On time and very professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2024
This was an annual appointment. My experience with provider has always been good. S
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2024
Dr Bowditch was very helpful and answered all f my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/30/2024
Excellent, caring n responsive to all questions,
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/30/2024
Very helpful. Great in explaining possible alternatives.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/30/2024
Honest and practical. Not trying to sell me things that I don't need.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/2/2024
He is an awesome doctor. Always helpful and knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/17/2024
Dr.Steve Bowditch is the best! He is so knowledgeable and answers all my questions in a way I can understand! I would rate his service as 100%.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/17/2024
I came in for a hearing test and adjustment to hearing aids.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/17/2024
Knowledgeable, informative, pleasant, instructive,
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/10/2024
Very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/10/2024
Excellent provider, he listens, helps me understand my condition, and offers good guidance moving forward.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/4/2024
Steve Bowditch is great. Front Desk people very good, too.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/20/2024
Had to do hearing test then discuss upgrading my Oticon Ponto hearing aids
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/7/2024
Rey knowledgable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/6/2024
Very knowledgeable and helpful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/1/2024
Excellent provider, as he has been for years!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/1/2024
We have worked together for several years and I have no concerns over his ability to address any issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/26/2024
He is super.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/25/2024
Dr Bowditch I'd the best! Confirms reason for visit sets out plan and explains all aspects of visit and what will happen. Takes his time clearly explaining results Answered all question In a manner for understandin. Helps with order any supplies needed. Kind patient professional. Loves his job and helping his patients!