Clinton W. Howard, IV, M.D.

He listens. He cares.

A first class surgeon, Dr. Howard is the reason for my ability to walk today. In follow-up visits he listens well and is caring in his practice.

He’s an awesome Dr!

Wonderful and professional doctor

Very thorough

Very thorough and informative. He really cares about his patients and concerned about getting to the root of the pain and then coming up with methods to fix it...Thank God I found him. He came highly recommended from my neighbor....And I would recommend him as well!!

His treatment plans are excellent and he doesn't just insist on one surgical plan only!

Spent time to listen to my issues and gave me a good plan to solve the problem.

Like that he listened before telling me what he thought.

Dr. Howard was very friendly and took time to answer all of my questions and concerns and even helped to get me followed up with another physician.

Dr. Howard is the best!! I love the way he treats me during my appointments. We can laugh although, I am in pain. He is attentive and tries to get down to the bottom of my issue. It’s always a pleasure to be a patient at this spectacular Orthopedic Group! Service with a smile from beginning to the end.

He’s a kind, caring excellent caregiver who first helped my husband and now is applying his skills to me!

Great overview for my issues and a plan! 👍👍👍

Excellent

He really listens. From the 1970's on, my family and I have seen just about every physician in this group in both counties. Today I may have met and been helped by their future #1.

I am feeling good after one day seeing Dr. Howard.

Very please with your service

He's a great doctor.

Combination of professional and friendly.

Great

Always professional and at the same time very personal. Always remembers me (there is a good reason). Would not use anyone else.

Excellent service.

Met Dr Howard for first time today. I was very well pleased by his attitude, treatment suggestions, and concern for my comfort at this time when “elective” surgery is on hold. I highly recommend Dr. Howard based on my experience.

I would have liked more time for explanation and discussion.

Very honorable and like the old school used to say he has good bedside manners. He ask you what's going on with your body and he explains to you what's going on with you.

I finally found a doctor who listens to me !!!! I love Dr. Howard

I really liked him today, And I pray he can help me make the right choices on what to do with my aching back...

Poor manners and an abrupt attitude when he feels he is done with you.

Very knowledgeable straight professional and direct to the point excellent surgeon

If you demand a certain time then he needs to keep it i will not wait for him that’s pitiful wait another hour in pain

He was very Interested in what information I could share to help with a final diagnosis. He didn’t act rushed and bored which was the experience I had with the previous Ortho doctor. The nurse practitioner was also extremely informative and helpful. I finally believe that my medical issue will be resolved and I will no longer suffer. Dr. Howard specializes in spines so if you have an issue with your spine I highly recommend you make an appointment with him.

Excellent Doctor

was late to appointment. Was unconcerned about another spinal pain related issue that I shared.. Was a bit arrogant regarding some info that I asked about pertaining to possible more aggressive treatment.

I appreciated that the default response to my pain was not simply to say “stop doing the physical activities that you enjoy.”

I like him and he has been good for me.

Very thorough

Very friendly was a fast visit and I was in and out. Just hoping he doesn't have to do surgery. But I'd be happy for him to do it

I really like this Doctor, he takes the time to listen to you. Not like that Dr. Peterson, he was rude. Dr. Howard is a good doctor and I look forward to seeing him and hope he cures my Medical condition.

Staff are kind and efficient. I felt better already just talking to Dr. Howard!

I left feeling that I really didn’t get a view on what they think may be going on with me and future plans what to expect!

I love Dr. Howard, he is straight forward and upfront about everything. And he will do everything he can to figure out what's wrong with you.

Dr Howard really is able to explain spine issues well. I really appreciate his level of concern.

Dr. Howard is a true professional. I would recommend him to my family,friends and strangers again I want to tell all you that Clinton Howard is the very best.

There's not much more to add to excellent!

on the negative side, appt was more than 30 min late, on positive side, Dr Howard was very personable, understood my problem and recommended path forward to resolve.

Doctor Howard is a whole patient doctor. His patient Heath and well being is first priority. His professionalism, skills and experience far exceeds other doctors I have entrusted my care to. A true professional.

Did not even examine my back, made assumption from previous mri, whereas i hurt my back post mri

Dr. Howard has a great bed side manner. I would recommend him to anyone which neck/spine issues.

I liked him. He was thorough and to the point. He tended to my needs immediately and that was a huge help to me.

My family has seen Dr Howard for several years. He's honest and trustworthy!!!

Not sure if he really paid attention well to my concerns. As someone without serious issues I’m sometimes not taken seriously tho my pain is real.

Listened, knowledgeable

Today was our first time meeting Dr. Howard. He was very polite and took the time to really listen to my husband need. He’s given us options, if the first option doesn’t work we have a few more we can take. Finally it looks like relief is on its way

Dr Howard doesn't treat you like just another patient, he truly connects with you and is your friend and assures you that everything will be alright. He is a great doctor!

Knowledgeable , informative , helpful , and quickly had a plan to treat my condition . thanks Dr. Howard and N.P. Adam !!!

My first visit with Dr. Howard. Found him to be thorough, attentive and appreciated his straight forward , conservative / non-invasive approach to treatment.

I qould recommend Dr Howard to anyone. Nice staff, great doctor, and very good results!!!!

Good visit and hoping he can help with my problem .

dr howarddid a great job on my back cant thank him and team enough

Kept asking me the same questions over and over. Didn't seem focused on our conversation.

Dr. Howard is great. He has a good bed side manner.

Good guy with clear information.

He has been good professional at his job Thank you!

He asked my husband was, we talked about our families and upcoming trips. He explained my MRI results and listened to what my concerns were.

He has great communication skills for relaying what the patient has to have to relieve pain. Being as good as he is, I pray he doesn’t get arrogant and lose focus on his purpose... the patient.

I like Dr Howard. However, the wait time is unacceptable!! My appointment was @ 3:45 and I didnt see the Dr until 5:30. If a Dr is going to be more than 15 minutes past an appointment time, inform the patient!!! My time is valuable!

Great Guy!

The only reason I really know what's going on with me is because I requested a copy of my MRI results

Very personable and detail.

Awesome

Awesome physician with a blessed talent for spinal surgeries

I was unimpressed with Dr. Howard's arrogant attitude. He acted as if he was doing me a big favor by walking in the room. I have no desire to see him again.

Great person and surgeon!!

He’s a very understanding doctor. Cares about his patients and listens to them.

Really great doctor. Listened and made a plan to try and help me

Very compassionate, concerned doctor. Great personality and bedside manner.

I felt rushed and did not fully understand his diagnosis. I do believe that he is skilled; we'll see if his treatment plan pans out.

Extremely satisfied with Dr. Horward and his staff! They have went above and beyond to ensure that I received top notch health care!

He is a excellent Dr. He takes the time to listen to the patient of current ortho needs and I believe he trys to advise you on what is really best for you.

I liked him. He is no nonsense and straight. What I didn't like is waiting for 1 hr

Very personable! Explained my problem so I knew exactly what my options were!

He listens, pay attention and responds to what i say. He is never dismissive of anything concerns me

Dr. Howard is both friendly and professional. I feel comfortable with him.

He is easy to talk with and he tells it like it is. No sugar coating. He is a professional doctor that knows his stuff.

Good bedside manner

He's a very caring doctor

Good dude

Very professional and takes personal interest

He's very understanding and professional. He is a great doctor.

Great Doctor.....knows what he is doing, I had concerns at my appointment and he made me understand what was going to happen with my surgery.

Best doctor I have ever seen.

Just a long wait for a back patient, but I understand everyone needs to be seen.

Awesome doctor really listens to what you have to say.

He is very nice .. seems thorough... I pray he does well on my surgery.

Love Dr Howard. He is always straightforward with me and answers all my questions the best that he can. If he doesn’t know the answer then he states that. No guessing or nonsense.

We attentive and helpful

He has been my back Dr.for 12 to 14 years with 2 surgeries. I couldn't be more pleased.

He seemed very concerned about my problem and wanted to get me to feeling better as soon as possible.

Wonderful Doctor not only knows what he's doing but shows his compassion for his patients.

Love Dr. Howard, but without fail each time I arrive on time, or even early, for my appointment, the wait time exceeds an hour. Extremely frustrating.

Very kno .. Five star Dr for sure .. would and have recommend him.

didn't take into account what I said about my own health. spent over an hour in the waiting room to see him for 2 minutes. Having me do extra unnecessary work without understanding what caused my symptoms. I fear I will get worse

Great Doctor. Very caring.

I came in not expecting much. Dr Howard made me feel like he cared and wants to find out what is going on with me.

Dr. Howard is very concern about your problems and have time with you.

Dr Howard was very thorough. He showed me pictures on the mri while explaining.

LOVE Dr Howard! He was honest and relatable and the surgery he suggested fixed my back problem! I have recommended him to all of my friends!

The best vist I ever had with any doctor. Knowledgeable and to the point. Didn't waste my day thank God dr. Evans referred me. Just knowing my pain can be treated was a best xmas gift other than life.

Very frank and offered several levels of treatment. Cheerful and answered questions.

Dr. Howard is the greatest surgeon I have had the pleasure of using since my back began bothering me in 2005.

Very courteous and listened to my problems.

Dr Howard and his staff are very courteous and professional. Their attitude is great all the time. Dr Howard takes the time to hear you and then responds so that you feel like your problem is going to be addressed.

He will talk to you & not just be in & out. He ask questions.

Wonderful bedside manners

I feel he is very honest, when he talked to me he was very understanding and made no promises, however I think if I can be fixed he is the one to do it.

He didn't see my problem on my mri and said I just had a sore back. Fast forward 1 1/2 years I go back and he then saw it on that same mri! He flies in and out of the room and doesn't explain anything. You better ask while he's in there!

Genuinely concerned about his patients. Unprecedented bedside manner.

Smart and personable, Dr Howard is confident in his approach. I would like to hear more from him than PA or assistants.

Yes and I already have a a couple lined up to get back surgery 😀🇱🇷

Excellent Doctor!

Long wait time

Excellent doctor! Dr. Howard is very approachable; he listens and communicates very well. He has explained my back and neck issues so that I fully understand them.

Professional and great listener. Top notch staff.

He listened, addressed my problem and give me his opinion in a caring way. It was my first visit.

We love Dr. Howard!! He actually listens to his patient.

I have only seen Dr. Howard 2 times, but he seems very thorough. He gets right to the problem.

Great guy! Genuinely tries to help .

Very good personality, professional demeanor, and great charisma. I will recommend this physician to all of my constituents.

Over a one-hour wait past appointment time. Up

Very knowledgeable. Used words I understood. Absolutely A++++

I know people in the community,said Dr.Howards great so I'll be his patient 😃

Very attentive and listened to all of my questions and concerns.

We selected the very best at the Orthopaedic Group. I am pain free in my legs and back. Dr. Howard is the best!

Great bedside manner. Clear and concise diagnosis and care plan.

I love that he is easy to talk to. He tells you what you need to know and not just what you want to hear. He did a great job with my husbands cervical neck surgery and if i need that surgery he will be the one to do it.

He expressed immediate concern and was most professional and helpful.

Always happy with Dr Howard.

Dr. Howard was great.

Takes his time with you. Doesn’t seem to be in a rush to move to the next room.

Wait of 1 1/2 hours is too long. Dr. Howard is excellent clinically and very compassionate.

No bedside manners, quick in and quick out. Got the last visit date confused. He began discussion about my back, did not listen to my response. Appeared to be in a hurry to get out of the exam room and suddenly walked out of the room.

Excellent! He takes time with his patients, and really listens to their medical complaints/issues

Nice bed-side manners--seems to have a genuine concern for his patients.

Excellent, patient-caring attitude and approach to patient's condition.

He was very cordial and easy to talk with. He explained the results of the tests and the treatment options.

all good

He is AWESOME!!!!!

Y'all are excellent

Did a remarkable job with my back surgery. Nothing but great things to say about him and how he cares for his patients. I will recommend him to anyone I encounter that speaks of back problems. Great professionalism.

Explained things to me quickly and concisely and told me what my options were, instilled confidence in my situation and left me feeling well taken care of

One of THE best doctors I have ever had the pleasure of being his patient. Very knowledgeable and caring!

Really listened and understood. Walked me thru my issue and options.. Thanks Dr. Howard

Sat in the waiting room for 2hrs. then the examination room for 20 min. to have a 5 min. conversation. Not my best visit.

I would like to have my MRI explained to me. I had severe pain in my groin when I returned for my follow-up. It was then Dr Howard said well, you have stenosis and pinched nerves.

Dr. Howard is very knowledgeable, thorough and extremely attentive to answer any questions you may have! He and his staff (especially Mrs. Diane) are so very wonderful. We highly recommend him!

Awesome doctor. He listens. He was patient and very kind. Grateful I have finally found someone I can trust and that I know will do all he can to fix my problems.

I go in to see doctor 3rd visit within 2 months, have had 2 epidurals. I tell him my lower back is still in pain only getting worse. The medications he prescribed the first time have done nothing for me. The pain is intense and he still prescribe.

We appreciate all he did for us. So professional and caring!

Dr. Howard is perfection. Great bedside manner....he did not rush....answered all of our questions and he was upfront and honest with his feedback.

Dr.Howard is an Excellent Doctor. Rate him a ten.

1.RUSHED. 2.I spent maybe 3 minutes talking to the nurse practitioner& maybe 45 seconds talking with the doctor. 3. No one explained to me what the issue could be. I got a few prescriptions & that's it. Be more concerned& compassionate to everyone.

Very caring and understanding

Dr. Howard and is PA were very nice. They are both very personable and took time with us. I would recommend him highly.

Awesome bedside manner. Very approachable. He exudes confidence. He makes you feel like you can trust him and his word.

I was blown away by his excellent bedside manner. He was very caring and reassuring. I have a chronic issue and he is the first doctor that treated me like an actual patient rather than just trying to medicate me.

Exceptional good Doctor. So is Adam. Neck surgery went very smooth.

Amazing that a dr can be so thorough and still so kind.

Enthusiastic, explained things well.

I really like Dr. Howard very nice and professional

Dr. Howard is the BEST!!!

Dr. Howard is extremely knowledgeable in everything he does. He is also wonderfully caring. I cannot possibly recommend him more highly.

Great experience Thorough, Wait time reasonable. Dr Howard appears knowledgeable and has concern for patient

Very very personal!!

Dr Howard is amazing!

Excellent dr! He fixed my neck! Amazing staff! Great team!

Dr. Howard was patient, explained treatment options, and recommended an appropriate plan.

Dr Howard Always spends time with me and listens

GREAT!!

He refuses to actually listen to his patients when they have a complaint. When a patient states a specific issue in a specific place and those statements are ignored and an other part of the body is referred to. That’s infuriating.

Great doctor..listens well

He was there with the answers when I needed them. I love this doctor and his PA!

Did not see the doctor, only the PA who was nice but I made the appointment with Dr Howard for a reason.

AWESOME

Dr that cares about his patients. Listens and finds the best form of treatments for you.

He did a great job and appeared to be very concerned about what was going on with me. Thank You Dr. Howard

Great bedside manner and listened to my concerns

doctor explained everything very well he knew I was in pain but would help me with my pain until after surgery

Doctor is nice but needs improvement on time management, planning and communication. Waited too long for prescriptions and instructions and only spent less than 10 minutes with him. He seems rushed at all the time

He is the absolute best and spends time with you. Me and my husband really do like him and his staff!!!

I appreciate his decision to not put me through unnecessary test & cost when he saw my problem thru office xray! To me, that shows actual "care" for the patient!

He was real nice and was understanding and knew what I needed uq

He is very understanding and cares about improving my condition.

Dr. Howard was very courteous and professional. He was very attentive and showed concern for my medical needs!

I think he is honest, straight to the point. Finally a doctor who cares for the patient and not knife happy!! I am very glad to finally see someone who looks at each case differently. For what is best for the patient!! Thank you sir!!

Knows what is best for his patients. Stern and to the point. Very respectable.

Awesome experience!

Professional and courteous. In And out of office quickly if possible.

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He is very nice and shows interest in your problems. Wants to find the best person to help with your health needs even if he is not the doctor you need.

I didn't get a chance to meet him. Me being a new patient he could've came into the room to introduce himself and hear what I had to say,instead of having to talk with the middle man. Instead I had to speak with his Nurse Practitioner Mr. Adam Smith.

Have only had one visit

Highly recommend

Seemed to be very nice doctor; also, I was impressed with his assistant doctor, both very nice.

great personality

Dr. Howard is very personable. Would not use another surgeon for my back or neck.

Great!!

Great doctor.always has your best interest in mind.

He did a great job at explaining my condition.

Competent, listens to my issues and realates to the situation at hand.

Reminds me of my former Dr which was Dr Burt Taylor. He takes time and listens to you.

Very personable, good guy, good doc!

He listened to me and that's so important for pain patients. I was put on physical therapy and have confidence in him. Next appointment is in a month

Very professional and willing to listen.

Dr Howard is the best.

Dr. Howard is through and reassuring . He makes me feel very confortable..

Doctor Howard has always been very caring and knowledgeable. He is also an excellent surgeon. I would highly recommend him to anyone with back, spine problems.

He is very friendly and straight forward, no beating around the bush. He tells you exactly what you need to do and that's it.

Fantastic Dr. I put off back surgery for over 5 years until i couldn't put it off any longer. Dr Howard said he could get me back up and moving in a few weeks after surgery, literally the night of surgery I walked a mile. Amazing doctor.

I love the way he tries to take care of me and my husband

very professional and little wait time....Let us know he had the problem under control.....

He's awesome! I like him because he has a great bedside manner and doesn't jump to let's do surgery now. He makes sure it's the right thing to do.

He is the best dr I've ever had and has always been concerned when I come in.

I’m doing great since my fusion surgery. First time since 2014 I have had no back pain! Thanks

He's the best

Spend time with me and listen to me. Dr. Howard will be my specialist . He talked to me ,not down to me. Explain everything to me.

I have been seeing him since I was a child and he has always cared so much for me ! Wonderful doctor and surgeon.

Thank you

Dr. Howard is the best!

Great doctor.

The surgery was handled in a professional & caring manner.

Great doctor

Listened to me and responded to my needs, very helpful.

If a patient comes in and the doctor orders x-rays . The results of those x-rays should be explained to the patient.. This was my 3rd or 4th time seeing this doctor but this last time was for a different issue.

We will see if his diagnosis is right. He was very personable, fast, and confident.

Dr. Howard was such a pleasure to meet. He was very thorough and knowledgeable about my issues. After having a horrible experience with another Dr at the Spring Hill location, what I could have agreed to without much explanation, is non surgical.

I wouldn’t change from this doctor, but some communication from staff as to why the long wait would b greatly appreciated. Appt at 2:30. Called back about 3:50. Was already hurting & this made it worse.

Dr Howard was great with my 13 year old son. Made the break in the wrist not such a bad experience.

Extremely knowledgeable takes time to listen to you and your needs. Explains things so the average person can understand.

Dr.Howard is one of the best ms I have ever I countered.

Dr Howard gave me hope My prayer is he will be able to get my pain level down

DR. HOWARD WAS QUICK TO RESPOND WITH THE EVIDENCE OF MY MRI /XRAY AND REFERRED ME TO A PHYSICAL THERAPIST. I HOPEFUL THAT IT WILL HELP ME REGAIN MY LIFE IN A POSITIVE WAY ! ( HOWEVER ...MY APPT. WAS FOR 10:25 , I WAS NOT SEEN UNTIL 12:00. )

Dr. Howard addressed my injury and treatment plan while listening to my areas of concern. I left with peace of mind.

He spent maybe 5 minuets in the room after I waited for over an hour. To only tell me stuff I already knew! Waste of time.

Very good experience Great staff Reasonable wait time. Easy to make timely appointment @ location I need Knowledgeable about my problem and treats accordingly

Dr. Howard is my very favorite physician. Competent, compassionate and thorough! I refer all of my friends to him without hesitation.

he is easy to communicate with...very friendly

Dr. Howard is always kind and caring.

I can't imagine better! I am lucky to have had Dr Howard for my surgery, a Spinal Laminectomy, Discectomy.

He has been my doctor for a dozen years and I could not be more pleased with the care he provides.

The best, period;-)

Smart, knows what he is doing and Answered all my questions.

He is a dedicated and experienced surgeon that was 100 percent effective in my treatment and surgery. I would recommend Dr.Howard to anyone experiencing issues with their back.

He was knowledgeable about my daughter’s chronic condition and was sympathetic but straightforward.

Very up beat and thorough .

After 18 months of excruciating, debilitating pain, I'm well on my way to complete recovery, thanks to the care I received.

Don’t feel rushed when discussing all the treatment options. Excellent explanation of test results.

Dr. Howard has an excellent bedside manner. He is caring and listens to your concerns and knows what he is doing. I like that he doesn't want to do surgery right away but tries other options first. He is awesome! Office staff are great too!

I am blessed to have Dr Howard take the time to tell me about my back issues and recommend treatments/next steps as we progress through the stages.

Dr. Howard is extremely competent and an excellent surgeon. He is always on point and a straight shooter who cares about his patients wellbeing. I would never choose anyone else to perform another surgery.

Clear, concise and understandable with diagnosis. Flexible with treatment for what works best for me. Highly recommended

Take the time to care about your feeling. And want stop till him get to the bottom of your pain.

professional personable...

Very good surgeon. Highly recommend.