Richard Howell, M.D. is a Fellowship trained Orthopaedic Surgeon specializing in Sports Injuries and Surgery, Shoulder Surgery, and Hip Arthroscopy. His clinical interests include Shoulder Dislocations and Labral Tears, Rotator Cuff Tears, Shoulder Arthritis and Arthroplasty (Joint Replacement), Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) tears, Multiple Ligament Knee Injuries, Meniscus Tears, Cartilage Damage, Hip Labral Tears, Femoroacetabular Impingement, and Joint Preservation.
Richard Howell, M.D. is a Fellowship trained Orthopaedic Surgeon specializing in Sports Injuries and Surgery, Shoulder Surgery, and Hip Arthroscopy. His clinical interests include Shoulder Dislocations and Labral Tears, Rotator Cuff Tears, Shoulder Arthritis and Arthroplasty (Joint Replacement), Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) tears, Multiple Ligament Knee Injuries, Meniscus Tears, Cartilage Damage, Hip Labral Tears, Femoroacetabular Impingement, and Joint Preservation.
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Great experience with Dr Howell, Attentive, conversational and helpful. His entire staff was the same.
(5 days ago)
Jun-2026
Dr. Howell listens patiently and gives a thorough exam.
(1 week ago)
Jun-2026
GREAT BED SIDE MANNER. PLEASANTLY SURPRISED.
(1 week ago)
Jun-2026
He was very informative and helpful
(1 week ago)
Jun-2026
Dr. Howell was professional, thorough, and spoke to me with respect laid out my concerns all were dressed. I would highly recommend him.
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
Dr. Howell was professional and explained everything well.
I Highly recommend him
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
Very impressed with his professionalism! He listened to my concerns and I feel very confident in his care!
(1 month ago)
May-2026
Great first visit! The doctor took his time to answer my questions and provide alternative treatment options.
(1 month ago)
May-2026
Doctor Howell was very polite and personable. I had all my questions answered plus I felt very comfortable with the expert service I received.
(1 month ago)
May-2026
My 1st visit with Dr Howell was a good experience. He and his office staff are top notch.
Richard Howell, M.D. is a Fellowship trained Orthopaedic Surgeon specializing in Sports Injuries and Surgery, Shoulder Surgery, and Hip Arthroscopy. His clinical interests include Shoulder Dislocations and Labral Tears, Rotator Cuff Tears, Shoulder Arthritis and Arthroplasty (Joint Replacement), Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) tears, Multiple Ligament Knee Injuries, Meniscus Tears, Cartilage Damage, Hip Labral Tears, Femoroacetabular Impingement, and Joint Preservation. Dr. Howell is a native of Carlisle, Pennsylvania. He attended Messiah College in Grantham, Pennsylvania and earned a Bachelor’s degree, graduating Magna Cum Laude. He went on to receive his Medical Doctorate from Drexel University College of Medicine in Philadelphia where he was also inducted into the medical honors society. Following medical school, Dr. Howell remained at Drexel University for five years of orthopaedic surgery residency training with extensive experience in joint replacement and trauma surgery. He was selected as Chief Resident during his final year. He then completed a fellowship in Sports Surgery at University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine. His fellowship encompassed all areas of sports surgery, in addition to an emphasis on shoulder replacement and hip arthroscopy.
Dr. Howell has published manuscripts in peer-reviewed scientific journals on the subjects of meniscus injury, nerve blocks for knee surgery, and spine column injuries. He has presented his research at orthopaedic meetings and frequently gives lectures to train other surgeons.
He served as Team Physician for the Chinese National Olympic Men’s and Women’s Volleyball teams, Women’s NBA Chicago Sky, University of Chicago, and Concordia University.
In his free time, Dr. Howell enjoys running, golf, hunting, attending sports events, and being on the water. His wife, Marta, is a native Floridian. Together they enjoy traveling, hiking, and anything outdoors.
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Great experience with Dr Howell, Attentive, conversational and helpful. His entire staff was the same.
Dr. Howell listens patiently and gives a thorough exam.
GREAT BED SIDE MANNER. PLEASANTLY SURPRISED.
He was very informative and helpful
Dr. Howell was professional, thorough, and spoke to me with respect laid out my concerns all were dressed. I would highly recommend him.
Dr. Howell was professional and explained everything well. I Highly recommend him
Very impressed with his professionalism! He listened to my concerns and I feel very confident in his care!
Great first visit! The doctor took his time to answer my questions and provide alternative treatment options.
Doctor Howell was very polite and personable. I had all my questions answered plus I felt very comfortable with the expert service I received.
My 1st visit with Dr Howell was a good experience. He and his office staff are top notch.