Clinton W. Howard, IV, M.D.

Wish I would have met him sooner.

Friendly. Informative. Thorough.

Dr

Highly professional. I have total, complete confidence in his abilities. I’m so thankful that God sent me to him

Thoughtful, patient, smart and caring Tough combination to beat

Makes you feel comfortable talking to him.

Was able to get in last minute with some serious neck pain. Dr. Howard was very personable and helpful and got me taken care of.

Personable and professional. He cares and gets it right. Now, I can get back to a healthy, productive life style.

once again running late.this time it was 70 minutes

Hopefully the MRI that Dr Howard ordered will reveal something that can be corrected.

For my first visit I thought went very well

First time with DR. Howard and I felt completely relaxed.

Appreciate the time and effort he took to explain.

Best orthopedic doctor I've seen 10stars

Absolutely love and adore his approach medicine It doesn’t seem to make you feel like he’s a doctor more of a peer or a friend. An amazing approach

I enjoyed meeting Dr.Howard.He was to the point,he asked me about my pain and where. He told me what my MRI showed and explained what it showed. Thanks

Very nice and professional.

Dr Howard is an excellent physician in all aspects

I think he is a very nice and friendly Doctor.

Knowledgeable, concerned, good to talk to. I appreciate his recommendations.

Dr. Howard took time to familiarize himself with my health history as a new patient. He was easy to talk to and his responses were easy to understand. He covered many aspects, including my need for certain vaccinations. A very good first visit!

He has always been bright, cheerful and helpful with all my back needs!!!

I feel like is going to help my back pain a great deal with physical therapy and strength training.

I totally trust Dr. Howard and really appreciate his bed side manner. He’s a great doc!

Great Dr. seems to have great diagnostic ability and I appreciate him taking the time to explain things.

Prompt and informative

The best of the best!

Kind and informative.

A fantastic doctor! Very easy to talk to and he listens!!

My pain is not a surgical issue and I was referred to the pain Dr for treatment As he did 6 months ago when this journey began.1st lt no help.So after a cardiac eval to rule out heart I went for 2 epidrals little to no change in pain.Now pain dr who will do more epidurals and or injections in sholder.Meanwhile the pain continues.

Very professional and very friendly place. Recommend this Ortho group to anyone in pain

Dr Howard was very helpful. Wait time was very long.

Excellent physician, couldn’t ask for anyone better.

He states the facts...not what he thinks I want to hear!!

very much impressed with the doctor helpfulness and advice

Terrific care. One of the best doctors I've consulted with for my spine, after 15 years of consultations I've finally found the one.

Highly recommend! Very personable, professional and knowledgeable!

Exceptional in his field. Very thorough and caring.

This is the second time I’ve seen him. He performed my surgery over 2 years ago, and was still just as caring and informative as he was then. Would definitely recommend, he is knowledgeable and to the point.

I’d give him 10 stars if I could!!! Give this man a raise TODAY!! Best in the business. Great guy even better doctor!

Thanks

Dr. Howard is always a pleasure!! I love how he explains everything thoroughly and comes up with a plan we both can feel comfortable with! He is Awesome!

He was highly recommended to me and I found him to be exactly the way I was told.

Dr. Howard really cares about his patients! He takes his time with you. He answers all your questions. Thank you Dr. Howard and staff for exceptional care.

Always great to talk to great conversation an kindest

Appreciated his attentiveness and great bedside manner.

Odd. He talked about things that had nothing to do w my med issues. Did not get clear answers to my questions. He did not explain. Rushed. Very odd.

The doctor is great

Dr.Howard was the perfect Doctor for me. He explained what was the problem and he corrected it.

Very attentive- strong confidence. Seemed excited to make me well.

I waited 1 hour and 20 minutes past my appointment time to be seen and the doctor spent all of 2 minutes with me.

Dr Howard’s demeanor was excellent. He listened to my complaints land each were addressed. We discussed resolutions and I am completely comfortable with his recommendations.

Great Dr

Excellent job no more pain!!!

Dr Howard listened to me and explained the problem with the treatment

Very professional, kind and caring. Simply the best

He has always taken great care of me. He never stops until he gets to the root of the problem. I would recommend him to anyone. To sum it up he is the best!

Dr. Howard is the best! He listens and doesn’t push to have surgery before trying all avenues! A great doctor! He has helped several of my family members!!

Excellent surgeon!

He is a great Doctor, very fast on waiting, didn't have to stay long in the room, thank you so very much

Very concern doctor

He is very thorough!! Very straightforward and has taken very good care of my problems!!

Very friendly Doctor. He seemed very concerned and listened to what I said. He is having more updated test done to see what is actually going on now. I appreciate his bedside manners.

Very nice. Got to the point!

Great doctor

Mr. HOWARD WAS VERY HELPFUL AND COCERNED ABOUT MY SITUATION AND I WAS VERY CONFORDENT ABOUT HIS DIAGNOSIS AND DECISION OF WHAT I NEED TO DO GOING FORWARD

Great atmosphere and great customer service and stuff is wonderful

Dr. Howard was very knowledgeable, professional and personable. He has put a plan of action in place and moving forward with a great plan of treatment.

Dr. Howard is a great Doctor. I appreciate that he takes action and gets me the care I need. Much appreciated!!

Dr. Howard us a wonderful doctor! Friendly and very smart! Love Dr. Howard!

Best doctor ever! Compassionate care , He truly listens to patients concerns and addresses in most professional and caring way! I would and do recommended him to everyone.

exceptional Dr!!

Always good and to the point😎

Always the rockstar of helping hurting backs! Always professional, friendly, caring! The best ever!

I am very thankful to have gotten an appointment on short notice and that he was able to tell me and my daughter he can give us the appropriate care.

No doctor like him! He sits on a little round stool, rests his arm on the examining table and waits until we are satisfied with the answer to our last question. Who does that? No to mention that he “engineered” a return to normal life after a broken neck, without surgery!

Absolutely an amazing job 2 surgeries in 3 years and could not be happier with my results. Great doctor..

Dr. Howard is awesome. The only issue I had was waiting almost an hour to see him.

Informed visit

Dr is very arrogant! Nurses not much better will not be returning. Although the Nurse Practitioner was really nice

I like him, not a big talker, but I didn’t come for conversation. He is to the point and I like that. Answers my questions, I feel good about him. .

So far so good

I’m so happy to have him for my dr cause he makes me feel like I’m family. He did a great job on me. I thank God for him. He is one of the Greatest

Great doctor will stay with him

Did not really explain what was going on with me .

Always helpful and staff is awesome.

He was very personable and kind. Knew what he was talking about and wanted to help solve my issue.

Appt was at 2:45 and I arrived at 2:30. Saw the Dr at 4:00. He was worth the wait.

Dr. Howard is excellent and caring. He has a great personality that makes you feel better. He listens and gives you options for your treatment. He allows for questions and answers.

1&1/2 hour wait is ridiculous for 1 minute with a doctor

Dr. Howard is and always has been for years, an exceptional person. Would not hesitate to recommend him.

Dr Howard was very thorough and informative.I appreciate that he listened to me and took the time to discuss treatments other than medicine. Would definitely recommend him.

Very empathetic and willing to listen to my issues and concerns.

Dr. Howard & his staff are professional, knowledgeable, and compassionate.

Professional, kind, caring, knowledgeable

Very personable. Took time to explain All about the surgery to my Husband and I. We both are confident he really Is one to do my surgery.

Always explains things well.

Very nice and thorough. Compassionate

I adore him!!😘

Came to Dr. Howard in a bad way with a perforated disk and with severe pain shooting down my arm. Glad to be able to say that after surgery by Dr Howard I’m without that pain and on the mend.

Simply the best...

My lower back went completely out three months ago. I could not walk, stand, or sit. Doctor Howard got me into surgery within 48 hours. It has been 3 months and and my back feels great. I can do just about anything without pain with caution. I am so thankful for his skill and concern for my health. My life is back to normal. Thank you so much for the great care.

He explains everything to the patients. Easy to talk to.

Great bedside manner. Highly recommended

Friendly, knowledgeable, excellent customer service

Great Doctor

Very informative and took time to make sure I understood all.

I credit Dr. Howard for his excellent surgical skills that resulted with a successful neck operation. This was a serious spinal cord injury and his expertise is why I recovered 100%.

Im very appreciative for the care Dr. Howard and his staff has provided to me. I couldn't have asked for anything more! Dr Howard is wonderful, great at his craft, the best orthopedic doctor and surgeon!! He explained my diagnosis in lamens terms very insightful only offered medical services i would benefit from, super friendly..... a hoot! Family away from family!!

Receptionist said he was running over an hour behind Rescheduled for a future date. Realized then that the appointments are scheduled 5min apart. Someone should look into this. I will want to see the doctor for more than 5min. This is the first time we have had an issue witj Orthopaedic group

He seems really concerned and treats his patients with the upmost respect!

I visited with Dr. Howard with my sister. This was my first visit. We found Dr. Howard to be knowledgeable personable professional and caring. I would recommend him to anyone having spine or back issues. Even though I was in pain I left with a smile and the assurance that my issues could be managed.

He is always great, very upbeat but also tells you information very frankly.

Good visit!

Absolutely love Dr. Howard. He is to the point and still has a way of caring.

Very clear. 1st visit extremely impressed

Only my second visit with Dr Howard after an MRI of my back and he just didn't seem really concerned. I prefer a much more caring doctor.

Easy to ask questions. Knowledgeable.

Best in the business!!! I would highly recommend Dr. Howard.

Provided us with information as what we needed to do

Great doctor who is very informative and caring !

Very pleasant and informative

Friendly and I feel confident he will be able to help me.

Professional

I appreciate the kindness and concern Dr Howard always shows. He takes time to listen to me and I trust his advice about my lower back problem.

Very professional and has a great bedside manner. I felt very comfortable speaking with Dr Howard. I felt very confident that Dr Howard would be the Dr to do any procedure if I ever needed one.

Easy to talk to.

Appears competent and confident of what I needed to alleviate back and leg pain.

He’s the first person- doctor or layman to really understand fully what my life has become. He is a kind, caring, and capable physician and person.

The best Dr to have for any of your spine problems.Works with and makes you comfortable in any decision that needs to be made. Very easy to talk with. I appreciate everything he did.

Considering that he called me a skinny white woman, I would say that he lacks bed side manner and professionalism. In my opinion that was totally uncalled for.

Very personable! After talking with him, I feel like I'm going to be active again!

I am pleased with Dr. Howard.

The BEST!

Dr. Howard is awesome! He always takes the time and listens.

Great Doctor. Answers questions

Friendly, Professional, & knowledgeable.

Doc Howard is great, he’s been treating and repairing my neck for 15 years ,

Dr. Howard continues to provide me with sound options regarding my care and treatment plan!

He is very confident. He does not beat around the bush and try to sugarcoat anything. He gives you options and the info to make an informed decision.

Friendly, knowledgeable, has a plan that works for me

Dr. Clinton Howard took a personal interest in my concerns. He thoroughly evaluated my issue a took plenty of time to explain my results and forward plan. I had an excellent consultation experience.

The best of the best!

He is caring and collaborative with the patient. I had a much longer wait today, but he explained that he had a walk-in emergency patient

Great visit with the Dr

I liked him he was all about getting answers with my issue.

Excellent Dr. I trust his decisions and he listens to what I have to say regarding my condition and has done all he can to get me thru the pain I'm having before setting me up for surgery.

I feel so much better after my spine surgery. Thanks Dr.Howard!

As always, Dr. Howard was friendly, knowledgeable, efficient and patient oriented. There is no BS with this Dr and that's why I love him and have referred anyone who asks for a spine Dr to him. I love that he's focused on healing me as safely and quickly as possible and he understands how important quality of life is for people. I'm 36 and he did a 2 level ACDF on me in October '21 and I just visited him for a separate lower back spinal issue. In all honesty, my neck feels like nothing ever happened - it's better than I can ever remember it feeling - which is why he was my first choice when my lower back gave me issues. I cannot recommend him enough - Dr. Howard is the VERY best.

Provided us with some great information

Love Dr. Howard, great sense of humor and provides great customer service.

Was a wonderful experience

Rushed visit. Said would provide info to nurse to give me concerning my visit. Nurse didn't provide and when I called back after leaving office to speak to nurse to get info mailed to me. Left message for nurse but I never received a return call from nurse. Do not feel Dr. Howard gave my condition the time I deserved during the visit. Will not return.

Very knowledgeable and caring. I'm so pleased he took the time to work me in his busy schedule. Highly recommend him ! Thank you Dr. Howard !

Dr Howard listens and takes time

The best dr I have. been seen by.

Thorough, thoughtful and son is a good ball player

Prompt and efficient with concise diognosis. Helpful, polite staff.

Didn’t spend much time with me.

Dr. Howard is extremely nice, caring, and very knowledgeable. He is extremely down to earth and very good at what he does. I am very satisfied with my results after my surgery.

The man with the plan !

Dr Howard is great. Answered all my questions

I highly recommend Doctor Howard. Very professional and compassionate Doctor.

Friendly and informative.

Great doctors and staff…

Good explanation of my problem, but could have used a little more Q & A, need for follow up, etc.

Very tentative and has a caring personality. Just love him

Dr H onward was very thorough and knowledgeable. He explained things well and took immediate action to have further tests done in preparation for a procedure that shoul alleviate my back pain.

Very satisfied. Thanks

Dr. Howard was terrific. Knowledgeable, sensitive, informative and realistic. I immediately felt at ease and knew I was in the right care. I feel confident in my receiving expert medical care. HIGHLY recommend.

With Dr. Howard’s help and expertise I am once again pain free.

Best ortho doc in Mobile

Great ortho surgeon, believes and cares about his patients. He performed my cervical corpectomy and it has been well 2 weeks postop. Looking forward to having a lumbar disc procedure next summer and will definitely be having Dr. Howard as my surgeon!

He is a great doctor. He listens to what you have to say.

Always friendly and caring .

He's Awesome

First I must tell you the kind of work I do. I am a hard working nurse????. Lifting, pushing and transporting patients on a daily basis. In short, wear and tear on the back. Back pain is on another level. I got my MRI report and Dr. Howard saw me the very next day. I’m so grateful to him and his very nice staff. No surgery needed and my epidural will be scheduled. Thank you for your thankless service??.

Dr.Howard greater doctor

Love him

Very professional. Comes right to the point in easy to understand language. Comes across as extremely knowledgeable and I highly recommend him. Easy to talk with and can tell he cares for his patients well being.

Dr. Howard Nurse was very nice and considerate as well as the X-Ray Technician. Dr. Howard was very considerate, he explained my problem and treatment throughly to my understanding. He allowed time for questions and answers. I never felt rushed. This I appreciated very much!

Straight forward and to the point!

Thanks for helping me. Good visit

He went above and beyond to assist me.

Even though he was very busy he actually took the time to talk to me!!

Dr. Howard has the rare quality of compassion for his patient. He listens. We actually had a conversation about my spine. Now, I have hope. I would highly recommend him. Sincerely, Phyllis Demetropoulos

Dr Howard took the time to explain my condition as well as options to treat and correct my problem. Very professional and empathetic. I highly recommend

Dr Howard provided excellent & proficient service ,

Cannot enough good things about Dr. Howard.

He didn't listen to me acted like I was making up my pain

Professional, Informative, Courteous.

Awesome! He really makes you feel comfortable and secure he will get you back up on your feet..great Dr.

Timely visit. Quick diagnosis and referral.

He is very professional and explained real understanding

Dr. Howard was very nice and listened to my daughter.

I like him because he's honest and a donkey he's kinda old school like me lol

In the past, Dr Howard has been rather brief during my appointments, but durig this last appointment, he took ample time to listen to my concerns, and answer all of my questions.

Wonderful personality!

Ignore my pain and symptoms Only spent 1-2 minutes with me Was no help at all waste of money and visit

Outstanding I will be recommending all 11 principals to visit Dr. Howard.

Perfect

Spent the necessary amount of time with me

Great person great Dr Great surgeon

Such a straight forward care giver! I feel comfortable with he and his staff. Highly recommended!

Luv him great bedside manner

Listened and gave good responses

Dr. Howard is very thorough and informative.

Love this doctor he keeps me walking. Dr. Howard knows his job. If he can’t fix you it can’t be fixed. He did back surgery on me in Feb. 2021. I was up walking in a couple of hrs. after surgery & still walking. Everyone couldn’t believe I had low back surgery was doing so great.

Attentive, straight forward and really cares!

Awesome ?? ??

Found a Dr that is going to help with my back problem. I really like this Dr!!

I appreciate the visits I had with Dr. Howard, I felt safe, secure and positive having Dr. Howard as my Doctor, he assured me that he had my Health Interest.. And made me welcome to call upon him if I needed his service again...

Excellent

He is so nice!!

I appreciate his honest feedback on the unfortunate problems following the surgery in March.

Professional, friendly which put me at ease immediately so I was able to communicate the information he needed.

Dr.Howard was very nice and helpful.

Love Dr Howard. He’s a direct communicator and provides plenty of information. Seems to care about finding the root cause of pain.

Competent, knowledgeable, and friendly. Spent time with me. Friendly and personable. Answered all my questions. Proposed good treatment program.

Bobby saw Dr. Howard yesterday. Was very pleased with the appointment. He likes Dr. Howard's down to earth personality.

Professional, compassionate, and helpful.

Couldnt ask for better service

Pleasant group and spent the time with me to answer all questions

he’s cute..

Spent little time discussing, was unclear of prognosis & next steps

Very personable, immediately put me at ease. I felt reassured by his assessment of my conditions.

Offered many options for my problem. Great bedside manner.

He was very kind, quick, and straight forward.

I waited for 40 minutes and then was told that I had four people in front of me.after I asked. In that 40 minutes not one person was called back by a nurse.i was told that the doctor was here and not in surgery. I left and made another appointment with another doctor. Eddie Jones .6392233.

Great Doctor, really helpful.

My husband had back surgery and he recommended I go to him as he did such a good job before during and after surgery. I went for my first appointment today so far so good. will keep you posted.

Extremely knowledgeable and professional.

Too new to rate but initial visit wait time was over 11/2 hours.

Great bedside manner and very knowledgeable.

Did a excellent job

Great Doctor

Dr.Howard, was fast and accurate with the medical diagnosis he gave me... EXCELLENT...THANK YOU...

Thorough evaluation and reviews all data including radiology images with me. Also discussed all options along with pros and cons of each

Thorough and caring. I'm glad he's my doctor!

Good

Excellent Doctor Explained Everything and Options

Thorough. Explained findings well. Explained what could be done if conditions get worse. Personable.

easy to talk with

Always courteous, compassionate, and professional. I’m thankful he is my Dr. He’s a super hero!

Great doctor had me in and out in a timely manner. Great communication, friendly people person. I recommend him!!

Took time with me

Dr. Howard and his staff are AWESOME!!!

He is a great doctor. I felt so comfortable with him, and I look forward to him treating me. Very Very happy to give him five stars!!!!

Always a joy to see Dr. Howard he’s one of the nicest doctors that I’ve ever met

Awesome Doctor who will answer you questions.

Very friendly and informative.

Very Professional,entire staff made me feel very comfortable!!!

Awesome visit and Amazing Doctor

Very professional, prompt and knowledgeable.

He was great! He came in room, told me that I had pinched nerve in my back, and that I needed an epidural and some serious. He could not

Dr. Howard is a great surgeon! I have referred others to him as well and they have been very happy with him.

He listens to me and doesn’t push but makes recommendations that are easy to follow. He has done more for me in 2 visits than anyone else did in 2 years for my back.

Super sweet!!!

Dr.Howard is a great Dr.he has a perfect bedside manner. I have already told many of my friends about him and the group.

didn't spend enough time

Listens, cares, covers everything!

Lack of communication

He is such a great Dr. Very nice and kind!

My doctor visit went well everyone was awesome thanks for your service

I absolutely love Dr. Howard. From his personality to his professionalism! He’s the absolute best!

He was very attentive. He listened and that is a plus in my book. Courteous and great bedside manners. He understood my pain and gave me a plan we were going to take. Even though I was in extreme pain. I enjoyed my visit today.

He is straight up with what I need to know and what I need to do to help myself along with the Dr Howard suggests.

He was very friendly and seemed to know his job

Always makes you feel comfortable Explains so you can understand. He is just so very nice.

He took time, after requested, to discuss procedure and most likely outcomes Honest to a fault but I appreciate truth and frankness

He is taking great care of me.

Always exceptional and takes time to listen.

Entire staff including MD very professional and kind.

He was very friendly and professional. He listened to all my concerns. and came up with a plan to address my issues.

He may know what he’s doing but fails to explain it to the patient

Very knowledgeable, good explanation of the problem and options. The office staff is kind and efficient.

Waited an hour and a half and never saw the doctor!

Dr. Howard provides excellent care & is concerned with my well being.

Very personable and professional.Provided a clear understanding of the problem and treatment recommendations.

Dr. Howard the the best! He is funny, kind, and a great back doctor. He is always punctual. I rarely have to wait.

If there was a higher score, I'd give it to Dr. Howard. He's the best.

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!!!!

Dr. Howard took my concerns seriously and provided appropriate information in a clear, concise manner.

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.

Knowledgable as it relates to orthopedics

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.